Substitute Licensed Practical Nurse

Initial Posting Date:

07/26/2024

Final date to receive applications:

Agency:

Oregon Department of Education

Salary Range:

$28.62 - $36.18

Position Type:

Employee

Position Title:

Substitute Licensed Practical Nurse

Job Description:

This position will remain open until filled. Applications will be reviewed biweekly starting August 5, 2025. We encourage interested applicants not to delay application.

Position Title:
Substitute Licensed Practical Nurse

Classification:
Licensed Practical Nurse

Salary Range: $28.62 - $36.17 hourly (before PERS)

We are currently hiring a Substitute Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our Oregon School for the Deaf (OSD) beginning in the  school year. This position works during the school year (academic year). This position is on call, there is no set schedule or working hours. OSD operates 24 hours a day Sunday-Thursday during the Academic Year.

The Oregon Department of Education’s (ODE’s) mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its mission, ODE has the vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well–rounded, and equitable education system.

The Oregon School for the Deaf (OSD) provides 24-hour service, care and education for approximately 130 deaf and hard-of-hearing students who reside in Oregon from K-12 grades and an adult transition program.

Our Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Substitute works with our supervising nurse in carrying out prescribed orders to meet the students’ medical needs. The LPN is a member of the student health services team and cares for the physical and emotional well‐being of the students.

LPN’s are a critical part of OSD’s Health services and are a support service to the student population. The program provides nursing care, medical screening, diagnosis, treatment, and follow‐up care as needed. The nursing staff provides 24 hour infirmary care to protect, promote, and improve the health of school age children. Nurses at OSD will utilize ASL for interactions with staff, students and parents.

Sign language communication is essential to communicate at OSD.

Typical daily tasks include:

• Respond to all medical emergencies of the students.

• Direct care of the students' health care needs of both verbal and nonverbal students who may or may not be able to demonstrate illness and/or injury through traditional methods.

• Prepare and dispense prescribed medications to students. Perform prescribed treatments.

• Complete documentation, maintenance of medical records, paperwork (field trips, screenings, filing, etc.).

• Participate in the formulation, development, implementation and evaluation of health care plans for the students and other nursing as necessary for the safety and well‑being of the students

• Receive shift report. Count narcotics. Survey needed supplies and restocking of supplies. Perform receptionist duties (i.e., answer phone, sign in students, transport students, make appointments, attend staff meetings, in-service programs, and committee meetings as assigned).

• Assist with housekeeping duties as needed, cleaning (i.e. maintain examination, clean patient care areas, laundry), dorm coverage and other duties as assigned.

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You must possess a valid Oregon Practical Nurse License at the time of appointment.

Candidates who are the most competitive will possess a compelling combination of the following background, skills, and experience:

• Knowledge of pediatric nursing.

• Current CPR/1st aid certification (or the ability to obtain prior to start date)

• Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.

We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed.

• The employee in this position is required to pass a criminal history background and…