Hiring School Licensed Practical Nurse

Associated Home Care of NJ - We are seeking a School Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to work in the Essex County for the School Year .

The School Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) will assist pupils and staff in attaining and/or maintaining optimum health, promote positive health habits and attitudes, evaluate the physical conditions of students and refer to appropriate resources. The School LPN must be certified as such in the State of New Jersey and comply with all Federal and State licensing regulations.

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP

The School Licensed Practical Nurse is part of the school's operations team and will report to the Campus Operations Manager.

SCHEDULE

Monday to Friday 07:30am- 04:00pm

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

-Access the physical well-being of the pupil in terms of developmental and present health status;

-Develop policies, procedures, and work standards for school health program

-Monitors compliance of school health program with federal, state, and local laws and agencies.

-Screens and conducts health appraisals for staff and students and maintains records

-Prepares health reports for supervisor, board of education and health department

-Maintains security of school health supplies

-Corresponds with parents on health needs of children

-Manages student health records; Records immunizations, health findings, and other relevant health data

-Provides professional development for staff as requested

-Participates in child study team process as needed

-Maintains and requests orders for equipment/supplies for nurse's office and first aid station

-Administers medication to students as prescribed by a physician.

-Must be able to catheretize

-Communicate with the School Doctor as necessary and coordinate physicals.

-Must be present at the school as agreed upon with the Executive Director.

QUALIFICATIONS

-Considerable knowledge of medical disorders and treatment

-Considerable knowledge of child growth and development

-Working knowledge of public health programs and procedures for treatment in coordination with other health and social service agencies

-Experience in an acute care setting is preferred.

-Active New Jersey license

-Must be able to pass background check.

-Must be authorized to work in the US.

COMPENSATION

-Competative salaries being offered. Salary will be evaluated based on experience, skills and qualifications. To be discussed upon interview.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL

High-performing, innovative public school serving students from Pre-K to 12th grade on campuses across the city. Our mission is to prepare students for success in college and beyond.

Our model is based on the following guiding principles that guide our work daily -

-Creating a community that is built upon genuine and meaningful relationships. The school staff rate our commitment to students as the reason they teach/work at our schools.

-Being surgical in our approach to differentiation of instruction and support for all students and team members. Our students receive daily tutoring embedded into their school schedule - facilitated by our AmeriCorps team members. Staff members receive individualized coaching and support in their roles.

-Setting and exceeding high expectations for academic growth and character development for all students, in preparation for success in college and beyond. Currently, the historical college matriculation rate for the school is 79% - nearly twice the national average for economically underrepresented students.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
DIVERSITY, EQUITY, INCLUSION, & ACCESSIBILITY
The school is committed to building a talented team that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our students. Furthermore, we believe that racial justice and equity is critical to our mission of preparing students for success in college and beyond. We strive to be an organization that is diverse, equitable, inclusive, and elevates our student voices in preparing them for life and college.

VACCINATION POLICY & COMMITMENT TO SAFETY
This School is committed to ensuring healthy and safe working and learning environments, and maintaining our educational commitment to students and families - with minimal disruption to instruction. With this in mind, as of October 2021, School requires vaccination against COVID-19 for all employees. Candidates who would like to apply for a reasonable accommodation from this policy based on a qualifying disability or sincerely held religious belief should reach out to for more information.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYMENT
School provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws