Staff Nurse/Teacher Assistant - Student Services

Two vacancies exists for a Staff Nurse/Teacher Assistant position to work within the Office of Student Services at the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit!  The Staff Nurse serves in a school setting who strengthens and facilitates the educational process by improving and protecting the health status of student(s).  The major focus of school nursing services is administer, and provide nursing care appropriate for an Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).  This position is qualified in preventive health, health assessment, and referral procedures. The Staff Nurse also serves as a Teacher Assistant in the classroom.  Locations include:

• 1 Floater - Travels throughout the county to various School Age classrooms as needed
• 1 at Evans Elementary School (125 Sunset Rd. Limerick, PA 19468) 

Qualifications:

• Appropriate License as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN); 
• Associate degree or higher in nursing from an accredited school of nursing.
• Three years' experience as a nurse preferred.
• Prior experience in public school nursing or pediatric nursing is desirable.
• Ability to work cooperatively with students and their parents, district staff and community members who are culturally, racially, and linguistically diverse.
• Ability to effectively communicate tactfully and effectively with parents, students, staff and the public both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to remain flexible to changing situations, prioritize duties, organize activities and work independently.
• Must have training in ventilator treatment and care.
• Ability to administer First Aid and CPR to students and staff.
• Ability to problem solve and use technology to gain information and communicate with others.
• Ability to work under stress and with frequent interruptions.
• Ability to schedule time to meet deadlines, to communicate effectively, and to read and analyze written and verbal information.
• Original certificates of clearance from the State Police, Child Abuse Registry, and PDE FBI
   

Duties & Responsibilities:

• Perform, administer, and provide nursing care appropriate for an LPN but not limited to the following:  Triage, assess illnesses and injuries. Nursing care may include non-oral medications (i.e., injections, eye/ear medications), mixing medications, blood glucose monitoring, nasogastric and J-tube feedings, suctioning and tracheotomy care, feeding and medication by G-tube, performing clean intermittent catheterization, providing nebulizer treatments, ventilator care and other nursing care.  Administer medication and treatments according to state law.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding all school and health-related issues.
• Knowledge of all health care related policies and procedures, i.e. OSHA, Blood borne Pathogen Control Plans, state mandates, district policies, and maintain compliance with current health practices.
• Work as a member of a team with health services staff to coordinate and carry out services. May participate in crisis intervention
• Maintain communication with administrators, teachers, other school personnel, and parents/guardians
• Develops procedures and provides for crises intervention for acute illness, injury and emotional disturbances.
• Maintain health records for each pupil as well as records of nursing services.
• Identify school health problems and inform faculty, members and professional     associates.
• Dispense prescribed medication when necessary. Provide clean intermittent catheterization when necessary.
• Assume responsibility for handling first aid, accidents and illnesses.
• Encourage parents to provide for periodic health examinations of their children by utilizing the services of private physicians, dentists, and clinics.
• Provide for intercommunication between private physicians and private dentists to coordinate their services with the school health services program.
• Serve as a resource person in the health services area to faculty, administration, and parents.
• Organize, schedule, and perform regular and special health examinations and screening.
• Observe for possible health and safety hazards in the school and its environment.
• Required to follow Board policies and stay abreast of updates and charges.
• Assume additional duties as assigned by the program supervisor.

Location:
The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit services programs located throughout Montgomery County, PA. Current position needs are as follows:

• 1 Floater - Travels throughout the county to various School Age classrooms as needed
• 1 at Evans Elementary School (125 Sunset Rd. Limerick, PA 19468) 

 
Work Schedule:
Monday-Friday, 7.5 hours/day, 10 months (194 days/year)
 
Hourly Rate:
$31.00/hour
 
About Us:
The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, a regional educational service agency, provides dynamic, visionary leadership and effective, efficient services for constituent school districts, schools and students.
 
Why Should You Apply?

• Competitive salary.
• Family-friendly schedule.
• Comprehensive benefits, including medical, dental, prescription, and vision insurance coverage.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Eligibility for federal student loan forgiveness.
• Participation in PSERS (Public School Employees' Retirement System).
• Paid time off benefits.

 
How to Apply:
Applications can be submitted online at www.mciu.org/jobs (Job ID: 1187). 
 
Please contact the Human Resources Office at jobs@mciu.org or 610-755-9307 if you have any questions or need assistance.
 
The Montgomery County Intermediate Unit is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, religious creed, national origin, sex, age, or disability.
 
Key Words:
Education
Nursing
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Montgomery County