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Form of workMaxim Healthcare Services is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) to in the school setting
Position Details:
Role:One on One or Multi-Needs Classroom Nurse
Schedule:Monday-Friday, 8a-3p
Skills: Low-skill, g-tubes, seizure monitoring
Duties and Responsibilities:
The Medical/Teacher Assistant's primary responsibility is to the individual student's health and
safety needs. When these needs are met, the MA/TA will follow the duties outlined for the
general Teacher Assistant.
1. Along with the Certified School Nurse the MA/TA will assist in the development of the
classroom health plans and provide classroom staff inservice regarding health plans.
2. Perform medical procedures that are necessary for students who require medical
assessment (i.e., blood glucose monitoring, catheterizations, gastrostomy tube care,
tracheostomy care.)
3. Monitor and assist students in daily routines and help students follow individual daily
schedules.
4. Document procedures and health status of student on daily log.
5. Communicate changes in health status of student to Program Nurse and/or Teacher.
6. Handle medical emergencies appropriately and classroom problems quickly and efficiently.
7. Provide instruction to students individually and/or in small groups following the
Teacher's lesson plans and with Teacher direction.
8. Accompany, assist and monitor students as needed in all other areas of school program
outside of classroom (i.e. mainstream classes,
community, vocational, transportation to and from home as appropriate, etc.)
10. Implement established classroom and individual behavior management plans.
Why Join Maxim?
- Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
- Flexible scheduling
- College Partnership programs & opportunities for continuing education
- Benefits*: Health, dental, vision, and life insurance. 401(k) savings plan. PTO.
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care for student(s) with medical needs (Trach, vent, G-tube Feedings, seizure monitoring with rescue medications, personal care, Diabetic care, etc.),
- May ride the bus to and from school with patient
Requirements:
- Current Registered Nurse License (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)/Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) licensures in the state in which the nurse practices in
- 1 Year experience in the nursing field
- Current Health Certificate (per facility).
- Current PPD or Chest X-Ray.
- Current BLS card.
- One year prior LVN/LPN experience preferred.
About Maxim Healthcare Services
Maxim Healthcare Services has been making a difference in the lives of our patients, caregivers, employees and communities for more than 30 years. We offer private duty nursing, skilled nursing, physical rehabilitation, companion care, respite care and behavioral care for individuals with chronic and acute illnesses and disabilities. Our commitment to quality customer service, compassionate patient care, and filling critical healthcare needs makes us a trusted partner wherever care is needed.
Maxim Healthcare Services is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Employment Type: ["OTHER","FULL_TIME"]
