Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Physicians Immediate Care

Registered Nurse II

Location: Tartan High - District-Wide (Rotating Building Sites)

Work Schedule: Mon-Fri, 8 hours per day, 192 days per year

Start Date: ASAP

Pay: $41.38 - $46.27

Benefits: Per Non Unit Guidelines

Summary: The Registered Nurse II position will support the students of 622 by triaging student health concerns in the health office, planning for students with health conditions, and managing the health needs of our students. This position will also include management of special education student evaluations and plans.

Required Qualifications:

BS/BA in nursing

Licensed as a Registered Nurse in accordance with the MN Board of Nursing

Licensed as a Public Health Nurse in accordance with the MN Board of Nursing

Current CPR certification

Valid Driver's License (in-district travel required)

Knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations

Commitment to confidentiality regarding students and staff

Skilled in developing and maintaining good working relationships with school personnel and the community.

Preferred Qualifications:

Licensed School Nurse in accordance with the MN Professional Educator Licensing and Standards Board (PELSB)

Previous experience as a school nurse

Previous experience in public health

Responsibilities:

Delegates to school personnel the performance of skilled nursing procedures, according to the MN Nurse Practice Act

Assigns skilled nursing procedures with direct supervision to LPN's, according to the MN Nurse Practice Act

Demonstrates knowledge of ISD 622 policies as well as state and federal laws related to school health service programs

Participates in research and evaluation of school health services

Administers medications in accordance with physicians' orders and parent authorization, using ISD 622 procedures and School Board Policy

Communicates medication administration policies and procedures to parents

Maintains health service records within the Campus System

Participates in multi-disciplinary special education teams

Completes health assessment, develops health component of the IEP (individual Education Plan)

Observes students for developmental and health related status

Maintains, evaluates and interprets health data to access and accommodate individual needs in accordance with ISD 622 and the MN Data Practices Act, HIPAA, FERPA

Promotes and assists in communicable disease control through immunization programs, early detection, monitoring and reporting

Initiates referrals to parents, school and community resources for intervention and follow-up

Provides on-going health counseling and health education to students and families

Recommends and assists with implementation of school programs to meet students' health needs: 504 plans, Individual Health Plans (IHP's), and Emergency Care Plans (ECP's)

Implements school health management protocol for students with acute and/or chronic health conditions (includes the administration of medication and other medically directed treatments)

Utilizes District 622 first aid guidelines and infectious disease guideline when caring for students and staff

Participates with the crisis intervention team for acute illness, injury and emotional crisis

Promotes parental skill development and learning

Provides support, outreach and referral to students regarding reproductive health issues, mental health concerns and substance use/abuse

Serves as a resource to teachers providing health information and supports employee wellness programs

Obtain knowledge of OSHA standards

Attend annual mandatory Blood Borne Pathogen Training

Assist legal authorities as requested by Principal

Attends required in-service education offerings, CPR and First Aid Training

Perform duties applicable and accountable to the level of education and/or licensure

Perform general office duties: Answer phone, voice mail and e-mail; File; Record pertinent data into Campus; Order and inventory supplies bi-annually

Independent School District No, 622, North St. Paul-Maplewood-Oakdale, does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity. ISD 622 is an equal opportunity employer and supports an inclusive workplace environment.

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