School Nurse LPN

School Nurse – LPN

Position:
School Nurse – LPN

Supervisor:
Director of Special Education

Payment Rate:
According to Educational Support Staff Salary Schedule

Qualifications:

• Current Kansas Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License
• Completion of an approved practical nursing program
• Current certification in BLS
• Experience in pediatrics and/or school setting preferred
• Knowledge of health equipment and computer applications
• Maintain current TB testing as required by Health Department regulations

Position Function:
The School Nurse-LPN provides school health services under the direction of The Director of Special Education. The LPN assists in implementing student health services, supporting student wellness, and maintaining a safe school environment.

Essential Functions:

• Serves as a health advocate for students under RN supervision
• Promotes a safe and healthy school environment
• Supports health education efforts
• Implements health care plans as delegated
• Performs basic health screenings
• Collaborates with school personnel
• Communicates routine health concerns; refers complex issues to RN
• Supports communication with families and healthcare providers
• Participates in student support teams as appropriate
• Monitors communicable diseases and immunization compliance
• Provides first aid and emergency care
• Administers medications per policy
• Maintains accurate health records
• Ensures supplies and equipment are maintained
• Maintains confidentiality

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic nursing care and student health needs
• Understanding of child growth and development
• Familiarity with public health practices
• Awareness of applicable laws and regulations
• Ability to recognize signs of illness
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to collaborate with supervising RN

Interrelations:

• Frequent contact with students, staff, and families
• Ability to work with diverse populations professionally

Physical Requirements /

Environmental Conditions:

• Work in noisy and crowded environments
• Use of protective equipment when needed
• Ability to lift and move objects

Terms of Employment:

• At will employment
• Up to a 40-hour work week
• Report to school 15-30 minutes before school begins and stays 15-30 minutes after school ends.
• Remain on campus unless approved

Performance Review:

Evaluated in accordance with Kansas Statutes and Board of Education Policy