SUBSTITUTE LPN

6.5 hours/day

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Assess and treat minor injuries and provide first aid and basic health care for ill, injured, or medically fragile students in accordance with established procedures.
Respond appropriately to student health concerns and emergencies occurring while students are under school supervision.
Assist in implementing health care plans for students with chronic conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes, allergies), including supporting diabetic students as needed.
Assist in the safe administration of medications in accordance with state law, district policy, and under the direction of the District Nurse.
Perform delegated health procedures for students with special needs as directed by the District Nurse.
Maintain accurate documentation of student health needs, services provided, and required health records in compliance with legal and district requirements.
Communicate and collaborate with the District Nurse, school staff, and when appropriate, students’ private medical providers to support student health and well-being.
Assist with maintaining immunization records, health screenings, and other assigned health room tasks.
Complete accident and incident reports for students and staff as required.
Perform clerical duties related to health records and other student documentation.
Maintain a safe, sanitary, and organized health room environment.
Follow confidentiality requirements and perform other related duties as assigned.

OTHER JOB DUTIES

Models healthful practices.
Performs related duties as assigned for direct care of student.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Associate degree in nursing from an accredited college/university or Bachelor in Science of Nursing is preferred; pediatric nursing experience is preferred; community health nursing or school based nursing experience is recommended; or, any combination of experience and training which provides the applicant with the knowledge, skills, and ability required to perform the work.
Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license, WA state preferred.
First aid, CPR, and AED certification prior to starting employment.
Valid driver’s license and access to personal transportation.
Maintenance of all licenses and certifications as a condition of continued employment.
OSPI fingerprint clearance

PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS:

Ability to lift 60 pounds
Job requires work in noisy and active environments both indoors and outdoors.

RESPONSIBLE TO: Building Principal and District Nurse

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:

Internal applicants, please send a letter of interest to nwendt@dieringer.wednet.edu or to the Dieringer School District Office.

External candidates, please use this link to apply and upload the following required documents:

Letter of Interest

Current Resume

Email for three (3) professional/personal references

Transcripts

The Dieringer 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, 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 has been designated to handle questions and complaints of alleged discrimination: Dr. Paula Dawson, Superintendent: Phone: 253-862-2537.

Substitute LPN