ESD 113- Licensed Practical Nurse (On Call/Temp)

Capital Region ESD 113 is committed to closing gaps, growing people, influencing change, and eradicating racism through our service to our region and state. BIPOC as well as culturally and linguistically diverse candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Job is open until filled.

The Licensed Practical Nurse position may provide services to areas throughout the ESD 113 Region, which includes school districts throughout Grays Harbor, Lewis, Mason, Pacific, and Thurston counties.

This position is up to 8 hours/day and days/year to be determined by placement.

Depending on overall yearly work hours, benefits may include Medical/Vision/Dental Insurance; FSA/DCAP; Life/AD&D Insurance; LTD Insurance; EAP; Retirement; DCP; and Sick/Personal Leave. 

Required attachments: Transcript, Resume and Cover Letter

Please see the job description below for a list of Essential Functions.

Licensed Practical Nurse Job Description

Purpose Statement

The job of Licensed Practical Nurse is done for the purpose/s of implementing, managing, and delivering school health services to school districts and/or programs or agencies, under the direction of the School Nurse. The school nurse scope of practice is defined by law and regulation and professional school nursing standards.

This job is distinguished from similar jobs by the following characteristics: Per the essential functions and educational requirements listed below.

This job reports to Senior Director- Health Services and Integrated Student Supports or designee

Essential Functions

• Assists the School Nurse in performing nursing assessments for the purpose of identifying problems, referring for proper treatment, and complying with legal requirements.
• Collaborates with the School Nurse to coordinate and implement mandated health screenings for the purpose of facilitating follow-up medical care and ensuring access to health care providers.
• Implements student health plans and emergency plans as directed by the School Nurse for the purpose of addressing student health needs and implementing prescribed health care.
• Maintains accurate records pertaining to medication and treatment administration, immunizations, screening results, and illness/injury records for the purpose of providing documentation, conveying information, and collecting data required.
• Manages first aid, medication and specialized medial treatment (oral suctioning, catheterization, illness referrals, etc.) within the LPN scope of practice for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile, and injured children.
• Participates in training on various health related subjects (e.g. CPR, disaster preparedness, child abuse, health education, etc.) for the purpose of promoting a healthy lifestyle and acting as a resource to students, teachers, and other school personnel.
• Serves as an advocate for the health rights of students for the purpose of conveying and receiving information, assessing student health status, and serving as a professional liaison between the school, family, and health provider community.

Marginal Functions

• Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting the completion of departmental work.
• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform multiple, highly complex, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; administering first aid; handling hazardous materials/waste; operating equipment used in clinical setting; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: health standards and hazards; safety practices and procedures; stages of child development; pediatric and family nursing practices; community health concepts; and pertinent policies, codes, regulations and laws.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather and/or collate data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing specific, defined processes; and operate equipment using a variety of standardized methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with similar types of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Problem solving is required to identify issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data may require independent interpretation; and problem solving with equipment is limited to moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; dealing with distraught, angry or hostile individuals; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; and working with detailed information/data.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; operating within a defined budget. Utilization of resources from other work units is often required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the organization's services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 40% sitting, 40% walking, and 20% standing. The job is performed in a generally hazard free environment.

Experience

Job related experience within a specialized field is required.

Education (Minimum)

Community college and/or vocational school degree with study in job-related area.

Equivalency

None specified.

Required Testing

None Specified

Certificates and Licenses

• BLS or ACLS/PALS Certification
• Valid driver's license & insurance coverage as required by law
• Washington State Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) License

Continuing Educ. / Training

Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses

Clearances

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance WA State Sexual Misconduct Disclosure Release

FLSA Status

Non Exempt

Salary Grade

54

Capital Region ESD 113 is an Equal Opportunity Employer