PURPOSE OF JOB:

The nurse is responsible for appropriate assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, management, documentation and/or referral activities.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  includes the following:

•  Serves as the direct link between physicians, families and community agencies to assure access and continuity of health care of students.
• Provides relevant instruction, counseling and guidance to students, parent, staff and others concerning health-related issues.
• Assists with tube feeding, cauterization, required screenings and record keeping.
• Assists the RN in the toileting and feeding of students with special needs.
• Assists in the personal hygiene of students.
• The LPN upholds standards of the Missouri Nurse Practice Act and other state and local statues and regulations applicable to school nursing practice.
• Adheres to District policies and administrative guidelines.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: 

• Current license to practice as a licensed practical nurse (LPN) in the State of Missouri
• Professional experience and competencies necessary for beginning practice in school nursing appropriate to the age group of the children in the school assigned.
• Must be Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) Certified
• Must possess CPR and First Aid Current certification

LENGTH OF WORK:  

Summer School session June 16 through July 23, 2021

Must be able to commit to the entire 4 weeks.