Tumwater- Licensed Practical Nurse - Tumwater SD

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    Certificated - Special Education - Other

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    Start Date

    Open Date 01/30/2024

    Closing Date

    TUMWATER SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 33

    621 Linwood Avenue
    • Tumwater, Washington 98512



    LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN)

    LINCS
    Special Services


    Continuing
    School Year

    6.5 Hours/day
    Rate of Pay: $ $33.93
    Benefit Information

    THIS POSITION IS OPEN UNTIL FILLED

    The job description is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

    QUALIFICATIONS: High School diploma or GED. Valid Washington State LPN License, Washington State Driver's license and State/FBI background clearance required. Current First Aid/CPR certification.

    ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

    • Administer first aid, CPR, and emergency care to students who are sick or injured; notify ESA certified school nurse, administrator, and parents, as required. In collaboration with ESA Registered Nurse, assist with making adjustment in the care plan. Complete accident and suspected child abuse reports as required
    • Administer prescription and non-prescription medicine as prescribed by health care professional or parents; maintain daily log
    • Perform standard physical health care procedures as required, including sterile procedures and administering medication by injection
    • Coordinate and perform vision and hearing screening and record results; measure weight and review immunization status of students
    • Assist with the identification, prevention, and control of communicable diseases; observe universal precautions at all times
    • Assemble, organize, and maintain student health records, files, and supplies
    • Attend training as needed
    • Provide training as needed to staff regarding student health and medical treatment needs as allowed by licensure
    • Serve as a cooperative member of the health services team
    • Know and observe safety procedures; maintain safe working conditions; comply with safety rules and regulations
    • Maintain appropriate physical condition and health status necessary to perform duties and responsibilities as assigned
    • Must be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation
    • Perform other duties as assigned
    REQUIREMENTS:
    • Knowledge of principles of nursing and medical terminology
    • Knowledge of the principles and practices of aseptic/sterile techniques and infectious disease control
    • Knowledge of care and maintenance of medical supplies and equipment
    • Knowledge of first aid and CPR
    • Ability to learn and integrate policies and procedures adopted by the school building, the District, and the State of Washington
    • Ability to communicate with students, staff, parents and the community as well as the ability to demonstrate patience and flexibility in providing for students with special needs in a pleasant and helpful manner, to remain composed and effectively employ judgment in emergency situations
    • Demonstrated sensitivity to cultural, developmental, religious and ethnic diversity of student and community
    • Ability to be entrusted with confidential and sensitive information
    • Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computer technology and internet usage
    • Demonstrated proficiency in writing and oral communication skills
    • Proficient math skills to calculate medication dosage
    • Ability to establish rapport with students, colleagues, and administrators
    • Willingness to benefit from building supervision, evaluation programs and professional development
    • Follow School Board policies and procedures
    RESPONSIBLE TO: Executive Director of Special Services

    SCHEDULE: Tumwater School District Calendar

    SALARY: Tumwater School District Salary Schedule

    CONTACT: Human Resources

    EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: Tumwater School District does not discriminate in any programs or activities on the basis of sex, race, creed, religion, color, national origin, age, veteran or military status, sexual orientation, gender expression or identity, disability, or the use of a trained dog guide or service animal and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following employee(s) has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Civil Rights Coordinator: Shawn Batstone, , , Title IX Coordinator: Wendy Bromley, , and Section 504 Coordinator: Chris Burgmeier, , Address: 621 Linwood Avenue SW, Tumwater, WA 98512

    Other Job Type (if applicable) LPN

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