Licensed Practical Nurse (District Wide)

LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE Qualifications: Must hold a current license as a Registered Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of LA Reports To: PAC Manager Salary Schedule: LPN Job Category: 4126 Specific Job Duties: Helping students achieve and maintain maximal health, thus allowing the student to funciton to the best of their capabilites- physically, emotionally, intellectually, educationally and socially- by serving as an advocate for the student, promoting positive approaches to optimal healthShall assist students with chronic health problems by assisting the student, the family, and school personnel increase or maximize the student's potential for participation in school and related activites.Will be responsible for daily, monthly, and yearly charts of work activities as well as other required reports by the central office.Assist in medical screenings on EPSDT- eligible students according to EPSDT guidelines under the direction of a school nurseFollow an established routine for all students assigned for careAssist school principals and teachers in reviewing student immunization records as directed by the school nurseAssist school principals and staff in carrying out medical procedures that have been assigned by the school nurse.Perform follow-up to health screenings of all students in assigned schools who failed the first screenings performed by parents or volunteers. Notification of parents for students who fail any health screening will be handled by the school nurse. The school nurse must refer additional screenings of the student.Actively follow or monitor students with suspected defects or health problems as assigned by the school nurse or principalAssist in training the appropriate school personnel on the proper techniques to follow in the implementation of medical procedures prescribed by a doctor to be performed for or by the student for whom it was prescribed under the direction of the school nurse.Act as liaison to school personnel in all phases of health problems, health education, and student counseling in such areas as:a.

Communicable Diseasesb. Care of lesions, ringworms, ans skin disordersc. Control of lice and scabiesd.

Intestinal parasitese. Student personal hygienef. Seizures g.

Diabetic complicationsh. Emergency treatments i. Visual and hearing acuity testingj.

First aidServe as a liaison between the school nurse and the schoolMaintain complete records of all school nursing activities performedAssist in the coordination of school health services within the school environmentAssist in the diapering for students assignedCarry out medical procedures such as tube feeding, catheterizations, suctioning, glucose readings, etc., as directed by physician's orders or the school nurseParticipate in appropriate student activities as designated by the classroom teacher as assinged by the school nurse or principalMaintain an adequate inventory of latex gloves and other supplies and equipment necessary for the efficient, continuous functioning of the health programs at the school assignedPerform other health or educational duties as established by the Superviosr of Child Welfare and Attendance and/or the Director of Special Eudcation for Lafourche Parish in accordance with credentials.Will rotate through area schools to become familiar with other students and their plan of care.Performs all other duties as assigned by immediate supervisor or by Superintendent Professional Attitude and ConductEstablishes and maintains appropriate respectful, harmonious relationship with administration, school faculty, other employees, students, vendors, and the general publicObserves professional ethics as prescribed by the employee's profession/craft and in accordance with state law and board policy (GAl Solicitations, GAIB Solicitations of Staff Members, GAJ, Gifts)Adheres to Board policy, administrative rules and regulationsSeeks, shares, and respects ideas of othersExhibits a caring, positive attitude towards othersMaintains the confidentiality of all School Board business by refraining from accessing discussing or disclosing anything outside the scope of employment unless authorized by immediate supervisorParticipates in professional growth activities, such as participation in seminars, conferences, workshops for improvement of knowledge and skills relating to best practices in the use of supplies, tools or equipment, and methods of operationParticipates in professional activities on a local, state, and national level in assigned areas (include for appropriate personnel)CommunicationUnderstands and interprets written and verbal instructions from immediate supervisor and gives clear written and oral instructions to others as requiredAccurately compiles data, summarizes information and provides written reports when requiredAnswers the telephone and receives visitors in a courteous and efficient mannerFollows the chain of command for various administrative proceduresAttendance and PunctualityReports to work at the assigned timeAttends work consistentlyContacts Supervisor when absentScan in or out using the employee scan system as appropriate SafetyCompletes task in a safe manner as prescribed by the Safety Department or by the employee's profession/craft Maintains a neat and orderly work environmentDresses appropriately for the job assigned and in compliance with state law and board policy GAMB Employee Dress CodeDisplays employee ID tag at all times while on dutyReports any unsafe conditions or any incidents of injury or damage immediately to the appropriate officialComplies with policies GAMA Employee Tobacco Use and GAMD Drug-Free Workplace when on duty Terms of Employment7 hours per day - (180 days) There shall be a probationary period of 90 days from date of employment for new employees. After 90 days, a decision based upon an evaluation will be rendered in regards to the employee's status as a permanent employee.Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board's policy on evaluation of non-instructional personnel The Superintendent reserves the right to change the job and any other duties, as required, with advance written notification.