Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)-Substitute

• Position Information:
  
• The district is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and flexible Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide health and medical support to students in the absence of one of the district's LPNs.
• The LPN will work under the direction and delegation of a Licensed School Nurse and collaborate with school staff, families, and healthcare providers to help students safely access their educational programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to students according to individualized healthcare plans, emergency care plans, physician orders, and district procedures.
• Administer medications and perform authorized nursing procedures under the direction and delegation of a Licensed School Nurse.
• Support students with chronic, acute, or complex health conditions during the school day.
• Monitor students for changes in health status and promptly communicate concerns to the Licensed School Nurse and other appropriate personnel.
• Respond to student illnesses, injuries, and medical emergencies.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential health documentation.
• Assist with implementing student health plans and emergency response procedures.
• Follow infection-control practices, medication procedures, emergency protocols, and all applicable district policies.
• Perform other health-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in good standing.
• Ability to provide nursing care to children and adolescents with a range of health and medical needs.
• Ability to respond calmly and appropriately during medical emergencies.
• Strong communication, organization, documentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to maintain student confidentiality.

Physical Requirements

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, including responding quickly to student health needs; standing, walking, bending, and lifting; assisting with student positioning or mobility when required; and safely performing assigned nursing procedures.

Rate of Pay

Per the Licensed Practical Nurse Association Master Agreement the hourly rate is $27.10.

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