Nursing, Healthcare Nursing

Regional Nurse

Qualifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with current nursing license or RN
• Experience with preschool children preferred
• Experience in community health preferred

Responsibilities/Duties:

Implement health and safety practices which conform to Head Start Program Performance Standards. Monitor each child's health by performing periodic health checks, screenings, and observation. Assist the Family Worker in helping families obtain medical and dental services, with referrals, follow-up, and treatments. Teach, practice, and implement health and safety practices to children, staff, and families.

Terms of Employment

Conditions of Employment This position will require record check approval of driving record by LCHS Insurance Provider, as this position is considered a designated position requiring driving as an essential job function.

Location, Hours & Salary

Full Time (37.5 hrs/wk), 10-month position working a school year August - June annually with an established summer break between school years. Rate of pay: $21.70/hr bilingual abilities preferred (Eng/Spanish) – 5% additional pay.

Fringe Benefits Package:

STUDENT LOAN FORGIVENESS – As a non-profit organization that is tax-exempt under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code, LCHS is a qualifying employer under the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program; SEE this valuable LINK on PSLF Program HEALTH INSURANCE – Coverage begins after 60 days:
Two (2) health plan options allow you to choose the coverage that works best for you and your family. Low-cost Geisinger medical plan options that includes a Health Reimbursement Account with LCHS paying 1/2 the plan deductible;
Optional Vision and Dental plan with orthodontics. RETIREMENT PLAN – LCHS 401(k) with 7% agency contribution with a voluntary pre-tax and/or Roth after-tax investment option WORK SCHEDULE – August thru June, with an established summer break in employment between school years PAID Life Insurance (1x annual salary) PAID Long Term Disability Insurance PAID Sick Time – Accrues up to 65 working days PAID Personal Time – 3 days/year PAID Holidays immediately – 18 days during the regular school year, including extended break between Christmas-New Year PAID Education/Tuition Assistance at $322/credit, up to $5,250/year PAID Training Opportunities Flexible Benefits – Flexible Spending Plans:
Pre-Tax Medical and Dependent Care Spending … and much more!

Our employees… receive attractive salaries and unique career opportunities; …do meaningful work that is constantly changing and evolving; …enjoy successful careers without sacrificing their personal lives; and …work in an environment of professional respect.

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