Fowler Elementary School District

 

Job Title:               LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE

 

Classification:       Support Personnel Pay Scale

 

Range:                   IV

 

Description:           The School Licensed Practical Nurse performs basic health services and assists in creating a climate of health and well-being among students and personnel in the school.   He/she works with the administration and the staff to increase the educational opportunities for students by minimizing school absences due to illness and family issue(s).

Qualifications:

• Valid Arizona License as a Licensed Practical Nurse
• CPR and First Aid Certification from an accepted agency (ARC/AHA)
• Valid Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Valid Arizona Driver’s License
• MMR and TB Vaccinations
• Knowledge of medical equipment including stethoscope, nebulizer, sphygmonomanometer, thermometer, blood glucose monitor, SVN machine, etc.
• Knowledge of State and Federal guidelines regarding health practices in public schools
• Strong knowledge of the English language including reading, writing and oral communication with extensive skills in spelling, punctuation and grammar
• Knowledge of Spanish including reading, writing and oral communication is desired
• Knowledge of technology including computers (Word, Excel) copiers, fax machines, printers, etc.
• Ability to respond quickly and appropriately in emergency situations
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills when dealing with students, parents, all school personnel, administration and the community
• Ability to exhibit mature judgment
• Communicate effectively and politely on the telephone
• Experience with diverse student populations
• Ability to comprehend and perform functions from written and oral instructions
• Prioritize work, take initiative, adhere to time restraints and attend to multiple tasks concurrently
• Must be able to perform duties that require physical exertion, such as, reaching, bending, kneeling, etc.
• Must be able to lift and/or carry up to 35 lbs
• Must be an energetic, highly ethical and possess good emotional and physical health
• Prior work experience is preferred

Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Governing Board or the Superintendent may deem appropriate

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Administer first aid and emergency care to students and staff; follow-up with professional help in severe or extreme emergency cases
• Dispense medications according to district policy and state law
• Use various types of medical equipment and machines as needed
• Prepare and maintain clear, well-organized student health records; including, but not limited to:

• Height and weight
• Hearing/vision screening
• Emergency cards
• Immunization records
• Allergy information
• Handicapping condition(s), if applicable
• Accident reports including treatment records/logs

• Schedule and implement school based health screening and prevention programs
• Prepare, maintain and submit current records on all school personnel
• Prepare and submit state reports as required
• Identify sensitive issues and immediately inform Principal of any adverse situation(s)
• Implement policies regarding communicable disease, infection, and animal bites; including, but not limited to, exclusion and readmission of students, classroom inspections, and communication with parents, the administration and government agencies as required
• Inform staff of health and safety issues for students and personnel
• Attend and serve on school based meetings and committees such as Child Study, 504’s, Safety, etc.
• Participate and/or facilitate in the implementation of school health programs
• Assist school personnel in establishing sanitary conditions
• Assist with identifying, reporting and following up on any potential or existing hazards on campus
• Plan, budget and order school based health supplies and equipment
• Provide referrals for children and families regarding health, safety and community support services
• Provide specialized medical training and procedures to staff and families
• Make home visits as necessary
• Assist with all student registrations to screen, identify and address health related issues
• Assist in the school office as needed
• Participate in district sponsored professional development workshops/inservices, attend on-going training classes and meetings as directed, and read professional journals and publications, etc. for continued professional development
• Maintain strict confidentiality and use appropriate discretion when working with all district personnel and student and family records and/or information
• Support and follow the rules, regulations and policies set by the School Board, the assigned school and the District
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Governing School Board, the Principal and/or Head Nurse for the District

Length of Employment:

• Ten (10) Months
• School calendar will determine the days worked during the school year.

Reports to:           

• School Principal for daily activities and emergencies
• Head Nurse for the District for health related duties

Evaluation:             Performance to be evaluated in accordance with Board Policy GDO