School District LPN

Under the direction of the Regional School Nurse, the School District LPN implements, manages and delivers school health services to schools districts and /or agencies. The school nurse scope of practice is defined by law and regulation and professional school nursing standards.

Assignment:
This position is 35 hrs/wk, school year schedule, and will serve the Castle Rock School District.

Essential Functions:

1. Assist in Regional School Nurse in performing nursing assessments.
2. Within LPN scope of practice and in accordance with district policies and procedures, provide nursing care to students.
3. Implement student health care plans and emergency plans as directed by the Regional School Nurse.
4. Collaborate and consult with the Regional School Nurse and other staff to identify and address school safety and environmental health needs.
5. Maintain accurate records pertaining to medication and treatment administration, immunizations, screening results and injury records.
6. Serve as an advocate for the health rights of students as a profession liaison between the school, family and health community.
7. Collaborate with the RSN to coordinate and implement mandated health screenings.
8. Collect health care services data.
9. Participate in health-promoting and prevention efforts.

1. Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Hold or be eligible to hold a valid Washington State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
2. Current CPR/1st aid certification.

1. Experience as an LPN in a school setting.
2. Experience in pediatrics.

Working Conditions:

1. Exposed to diseases carried by students, exposed to student noise levels.
2. Travel to school buildings and districts to provide services.
3. Ability to physically move and/or lift equipment varying in weight up to 35 lb.
4. Regular attendance during assigned work schedule.

1. Successful completion of a criminal history and fingerprint check through Washington State Patrol and FBI.
2. Proof of immunization/disease including MMR/Td/Hepatitis B/Varicella.