Job Title Licensed Practical Nurse (2021-2022) - various schools

Location Upper Marlboro, MD, US

Organization Name Human Resources Operations and Staffing

Department Description

The School Licensed Practical Nurse provides day-to-day screening services, health services, special care and technical procedures for children in assigned schools within the scope of his/her practice under the supervision of a registered nurse.? In accordance with the Nurse Practice Act, Board of Education Policies, Maryland and Federal laws, the School Licensed Practical Nurse is responsible for implementing plans for the health and safety of students, to provide appropriate first aid services and health maintenance making appropriate nursing judgments within the scope of his/her practice. Work is performed in a team relationship under the general supervision of a registered nurse.

Brief Description

This is a 10 Month, ACE-AFSCME Local 2250 Position - Pay Table 600 - Grade 6

CLOSING DATE: December 31, 2022

Detailed Description

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

Carries out physician's orders for the administration of medications (administered orally, nasogastric or gastrostomy); and is familiar with normal and adverse medication reactions; reports suspected adverse reactions and contraindications to registered nurse;

Performs procedures ordered by student's physician, which can include catheterization, ostomy care, tracheostomy care, suctioning or other approved procedures;

Uses safe handling and disposal of used sharps, syringes, tissues, compresses and solutions in touch with body fluids of any kind;

Follows hazardous and Infectious Waste Disposal Policy of Prince George's County Public Schools;

Maintains inventory and orders needed health room supplies; maintains First Aid Station in health room in an always clean and safe manner;

Provides care to ill students until picked-up by parent;

Performs necessary screening procedures, such as vision, hearing, scoliosis, head lice or others, in compliance with Maryland State Law, reporting positive findings in accordance with school policies;

Conducts student observations based on developed criteria, reporting positive findings to registered nurse;

Administers CPR and First Aid according to established guidelines and procedures;

Reviews immunization records, following established procedures for non-compliance;

Reports all cases of suspect or diagnosed communicable disease to the registered nurse;

Reports all cases of environmental conditions, which may adversely affect the safety of health of students or staff to the registered nurse;

Maintains all necessary documentation on student health records; complete all required statistical reports, maintains confidentiality in all matters related to student and staff health;

Confers with registered nurse and other school personnel to evaluate services, performance, problem solving and plan future activities as it relates to student health;

Attends all required meetings or in-services, in order to maintain appropriate professional level of competence; refers students and families to appropriate resources;

Maintains and adequate stock of first aid equipment; and

Perform related duties as assigned.

Job Requirements

QUALIFICATIONS:

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Knowledge of the principles and practices of general health care and their application to children;

Knowledge of nursing procedures and the ability to perform them;

Ability to handle highly sensitive areas, such as AIDS, Hepatitis and or other communicable diseases that require skillful interventions;

Ability to travel between schools as required or if necessary;

Tact, support for staff, parents and students;

Ability to work with children using sound judgment in dealing with related problems and concerns; and

Ability to assist the registered nurse in data collection and statistical analysis.

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS:

Graduation from an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing school is preferred with at least one (1) year prior experience in a health care setting.

CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

Possession of a current Maryland License, current Cardiopulmonary Pulmonary Resuscitation and First Aid certifications and a valid Motor Vehicle Operator's License.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

No direct supervisory responsibilities.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.? Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, talk, hear, walk, sit, and use fingers, tools or controls.? The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl.? Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus, and depth perception.? While performing the duties of this job, the employee may occasionally push or lift up to 25 lbs.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job.?

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

None.

Additional Details

Direct Deposit is expected as a condition of new hire employment.

As a condition of employment, all applicants for employment must be qualified to work in the United States without sponsorship by PGCPS.? If you are not work-authorized and would require PGCPS to sponsor you for a work visa you will not be considered for employment.

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How To Apply

Instructional/Support

To submit an application online select apply.

Please complete ALL sections and provide applicable details to ensure full consideration.? If you need assistance with submitting your application online, please contact the Employee Support Center & Substitute Services at 301-780-2191.?

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.

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To submit an application online select apply.

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Please provide three (3) current professional references on resume.

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Please complete ALL sections and provide applicable details to ensure full consideration.??If you need assistance with submitting your application online, please contact the HR Employee Services Center at 301-780-2191.

Appropriate accommodations for individuals with disabilities are available upon request.

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Minimum Salary 23.87

Maximum Salary 47.54

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