School Health LPN

Surfside Academy, Panama City Beach, FL, US

2 days ago Requisition

Pan Care of Florida is seeking a caring and dependable Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join our School Health team. This position provides an exciting opportunity to support the health, safety, and well-being of students by delivering compassionate nursing care within a school-based setting.

• Following and enforcing school policies and procedures affecting the health, safety and well-being of employees and students in the school health setting.
• Perform specialized medical procedures for students after receiving child specific training and delegation by registered nurse, including, but not limited to, clean catheterization, enteral tube feeding/medication, seizure care. Administers prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with nursing standards and as directed by the physician.
• Perform routine diagnostic tests, medical treatments and procedures such as taking and recording temperatures, pulse, respiration and blood pressure; changing sterile dressings, giving irrigations; EKGs, and diabetic management.
• Assists with the preparation of equipment and aids in the treatment, examination, and testing of patients.
• Observes, records, and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatment to physicians/nurse practitioners, School Health Supervisor, School Administrators and parent, as needed.
• Instructs patients on sample collection and testing.
• Arranges for patients testing and information.
• Orders, prepares, and inspects patients’ charts. Posts tests and examination results.
• Adheres to Clinical/Nursing Department policies and procedures.
• Complies with Infection Control and OSHA Regulations (handling and disposal of biomedical waste) for the center as per regulations.
• Participates in professional development activities and maintains professional affiliations.
• Monitors patient medication, supplies and equipment; notifies parent of the need to restock medication, supplies and equipment.
• Maintains patient charts and documentation per School Health program requirements.
• Perform CPR/AED as needed.
• Performing other related duties as assigned, including but not limited to, those duties performed by a School Health Technician and Telehealth LPN.

• LPN Program:
  Completion of a state-approved practical nursing program, typically lasting about one year, which includes both classroom instruction and clinical practice.
• Licensing:
  Successful completion of the NCLEX-PN (National Council Licensure Examination for Practical Nurses) to obtain LPN licensure in Florida.
• Clinical
  
  Experience:
  
  Practical experience gained during the LPN training program, which typically includes clinical rotations in various healthcare settings, such as hospitals, nursing homes, or clinics.
• Experience in Healthcare:
  Previous experience working in healthcare or a clinical setting is often preferred but not always required for entry-level positions. This can include internships, externships, or volunteer work.

Pan Care provides a comprehensive benefits package to include medical, dental and vision insurance. In addition, to health coverage, we offer 14 paid holidays and 3 weeks of paid vacation per year. Employees are also eligible to participate in our 403(b) plan with a 6% employer match and 3% base employer contribution.