school nurse, lpn or rn - Covington, KY , USA, United States - Covington Independent Public Schools

    Covington Independent Public Schools
    Covington Independent Public Schools Covington, KY , USA, United States

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    Position Type:
    Student Support Services/School Nurse

    Date Posted:
    3/8/2024

    Location:
    James E. Biggs Early Childhood Education CenterCOVINGTON INDEPENDENT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
    POSITION VACANCY

    POSITION: SCHOOL NURSE, L.P.N. OR R.N.
    SCHOOL/PROGRAM: JAMES E. BIGGS EARLY CHILDHOOD EDUCATION CENTER
    DATE POSTED: MARCH 8, 2024
    APPLICATION DEADLINE: POSITION WILL BE FILLED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE

    QUALIFICATIONS:
    • Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma or G.E.D. and graduated as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.
    • Current license (L.P.N. or R. N.) in the State of Kentucky or proof of temporary work permit from Kentucky Board of Nursing.
    • Two to Four year degree from an accredited university.
    • One year comprehensive nursing experience.
    • Valid Kentucky driver's license.
    KNOWLEDGE OF:
    • First aid, CPR and nursing practices and procedures.
    • Various health-screening practices, procedures and techniques.
    • Oral and written communication skills.
    • Record-keeping techniques.
    • Policies and objective of assigned program and activities.
    • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
    • Health and safety regulations.
    • Contagious diseases.
    ABILITY TO:
    • Administer first aid according to established procedures.
    • Conduct variety of health screenings.
    • Prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.
    • Make referrals and perform follow-up.
    • Maintain medical equipment in proper working condition.
    • Understand and follow written prescriptions.
    • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
    • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
    • Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.
    • Complete work with many interruptions.
    • Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
    • Observe health and safety regulations.
    JOB GOAL:
    • Administer first aid according to established procedures; conduct a variety of health screenings; prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.
    PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
    • Administers CPR, first aid or nursing care for accidents, seizures, preventive medicine and other educational-related medical problems to students and school employees as needed.
    • Conducts height, weight, vision, hearing, scoliosis and other health screenings as required; and observes students on a regular basis to detect health needs.
    • Refer students to appropriate personnel, resources or clinics and follows-up as necessary.
    • Maintains health records and medical logs; updates immunization and student records as needed; prepares and submits periodical medical reports for appropriate organizations or District personnel and assures compliance with established laws and regulations.
    • Dispenses and retains medication and performs medical treatment in accordance with physician's instructions within District guidelines.
    • Communicates with various community health agencies and civic organizations to exchange information, and obtains student needs such as medication, glasses, hearing aids and clothing as needed.
    • Provides information and makes recommendations to principals, substitutes, teachers and parents regarding health issues of students.
    • Makes home visits as requested in order to support student health needs.
    • Maintains stock of first aid supplies; assures medical equipment is in proper working condition; orders supplies and equipment as needed.
    • Participates in screening for health defects and sanitary conditions in schools.
    • Maintains current knowledge of medical advances and information, public health issues and treatment procedures.
    • Attends committee meetings and conferences regarding health service and health curriculum.
    • Completes work with many interruptions.
    • Participates in in-service training programs.
    • Performs other assignments consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the immediate supervisor and/or Superintendent of Schools.
    RESPONSIBLE TO: Director of Health Service
    CONTRACT: 185 Days - adjusted for the remainder of year
    SALARY: $20.80 @ 0 Experience LPN
    $28.08 @ 0 Experience RN
    $43,736 @ 0 Experience RN-BSN

    APPLICATION PROCEDURE:
    • Complete the online application at:
    • Complete the Classified application.
    • Please direct questions about the online application process to Aisha Payne at or
    • For information regarding this position contact Jennifer Fowee at or Janice Wilkerson at .
    An Equal Opportunity Employer