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Special Education Nurse - GWHS

Employer
Danville Public Schools
Location
Danville, VA, US
Salary
Competitive
POSITION TITLE: Special Education Nurse - GWHS
JOB STATUS: OPEN
POSTING DATE: 06/19/2018
DEADLINE DATE: Applications will be reviewed upon receipt and interviews conducted immediately, with a selection to be made as quickly as possible thereafter.

POSTING NUMBER: 001782
NATURE OF POSITION:
Serving under the direct supervision of the school principal, the major duties include but are not limited to: serving as the nurse in a self-contained classroom meeting the medical requirements of special needs students; serving as a substitute nurse in the same or other schools, as needed; administering all medications to students, including injections; monitoring blood sugar levels; and performing other duties as assigned. Daily contact is made with students, teachers, parents and administrators. (7 hours per day; 5 days per week)

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

  • Provides first aid service to students and faculty.
  • Attempts to determine extent of injuries and takes appropriate action, whether it be on-the-spot first aid or referral to another health agency.
  • Provides counseling and referral services for students with special needs.
  • Provides instruction in areas of personal hygiene and disease prevention.
  • Requisitions supplies and equipment as needed.
  • Assumes responsibility for inventory and safe storage of all departmental supplies.
  • Maintains confidential records on services provided for students and staff.
  • Performs housekeeping duties in the department to insure high standards of sanitation.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

  • Thorough knowledge of and ability to perform catheterizations, tube feedings, respiratory (asthma) treatments, and related duties.
  • Strong interpersonal skills required.
  • General knowledge of computers required.
  • Lifting up to 40 pounds consistently and other limited physical activities are required.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/QUALIFICATIONS:

  • A minimum of a current LPN License required.
  • Documented successful experience in performing the above duties as required.
  • Successful experience working with school-aged children.
  • Will be evaluated annually on the effectiveness by which one has carried out the above responsibilities.

START DATE: 2018-2019 school year
SALARY / STIPEND: $12.83 - $37.29 per hour, depending on type of nursing license and experience. Danville School Board pays the employee cost in full, for state-mandated life insurance; and in part for state retirement and health insurance. Other benefits - sick leave and personal leave.
TO APPLY: Complete a Danville Public Schools online application for "Classified" positions. Follow all instructions on the DPS "Employment Opportunities" page to apply for this specific position.

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