Special Needs Care - Practical Nurse K-12TH Job Sterling Heights area,Michigan USA,Nursing

Position: Special Needs Care For Students - Practical Nurse K-12TH

Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Interview Question: How would you calm down an irritated patient?

Location: Throughout Michigan Schools

Pay Rate: $30+ – depending on experience

Health Assessments: Perform health assessments of students, including vital signs, vision, and hearing screenings.

Medication Administration: Administer prescribed medications and treatments to students as directed by healthcare providers and according to school policies.

First Aid and Emergency Care: Provide first aid and emergency care to students and staff as needed, including assessing injuries and illnesses, applying basic medical treatments, and initiating emergency protocols.

Health

Education:

Educate students, families, and school staff on health‑related topics, such as proper nutrition, hygiene practices, and illness prevention.

Health Records Management: Maintain accurate and confidential health records for students, including documentation of assessments, treatments, and communication with parents/guardians and healthcare providers.

Collaboration: Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, counselors, and other healthcare professionals to support the overall health and well‑being of students.

Health Promotion Programs: Participate in the development and implementation of health promotion programs and initiatives within the school community, such as immunization clinics, health fairs, and wellness activities.

Compliance: Ensure compliance with state regulations, school policies, and healthcare standards related to nursing practice in the school setting.

Continuing

Education:

Participate in continuing education opportunities to stay current on best practices, trends, and developments in school nursing and healthcare.

Qualifications

Education: Completion of a state‑approved practical nursing program and attainment of a diploma or certificate in practical nursing.

Licensure: Current and valid LPN license issued by the state licensing board.

Clinical

Skills:

Proficiency in performing basic nursing skills, including medication administration, wound care, vital sign assessment, and patient monitoring.

Critical Thinking: Strong critical thinking and problem‑solving abilities to assess patient needs, identify priorities, and make sound clinical judgments.

Physical Stamina: Physical stamina and endurance to perform nursing duties, including standing for long periods, lifting and transferring patients, and responding to emergency situations.

Continuing

Education:

Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuing education to stay current on nursing practices, regulations, and healthcare advancements.

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