LPN School Nursing Full Time

Middlesex County Stem Charter School
Middlesex County STEM Charter School (MCSCS) is a public school serving grades Kindergarten through 10th grade and open to all students who reside in the City of Perth Amboy and nearby towns. The school is free to all students and families and is a replication of the Central Jersey College Prep Charter School, a recipient of the 2016 Blue-Ribbon Award and other prestigious awards. The mission of the Middlesex County STEM Charter School is to provide rigorous science, technology, engineering, and math curricula in a diverse and nurturing environment to spark students' interest at an early age in STEM careers. School Nurse Responsibilities Include:

Deliver direct nursing care to students under the direction of a Certified School Nurse or School Administrator, fostering a safe and healthy learning environment.
Implement prescribed healthcare plans and provide routine treatments for students with chronic conditions, such as diabetes management or tube feedings.
Regularly assess student health complaints in the health office, providing first aid and emergency care as needed within the LPN scope of practice.
Establish and maintain a clean, welcoming health office environment that supports student wellness and privacy.
Manage and administer medications to students in strict accordance with physician orders, state regulations, and district policy.
Organize and maintain accurate health records, documenting all clinical visits, treatments, and communications in the student information system.
Engage in ongoing professional growth to stay current with pediatric nursing trends and school health safety protocols.
Prepares adequately for health office coverage to be assumed when absent.
Integrates appropriate health-office technology for electronic health record (EHR)
Performs other health-related duties as assigned by the appropriate administrator or lead nurse.
Proven clinical skills in first aid, medication administration, and vital sign monitoring.
Strong triage and classroom-based medical support skills.
Excellent communication skills both orally and in writing.
Ability to work collaboratively as part of a school-wide health team.
Valid New Jersey Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License.
Valid New Jersey Criminal History Review (fingerprinting) and background check.
Proof of US citizenship or legal resident alien status.
Comprehensive health, dental and vision insurance at a low cost.
NJ State Pension Plan.
8 hour shift - Monday to Friday. Job Types: Full-time, 10-Month Contract.