Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN), Coleman Center
Job in
Dothan, Houston County, Alabama, 36303, USA
Listing for:
Troy University
Full Time
position
Listed on 2026-03-01
Job specializations:
-
Nursing
Healthcare Nursing
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 60000 - 80000 USD Yearly
USD
60000.00
80000.00
YEAR
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Position: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Coleman Center
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Coleman Center
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Position Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Coleman Center
Position Type: Classified Staff/Hourly
Department: Department of Teacher Education - Coleman Center
Division: College of Education and Behavioral Sciences
Campus: Dothan
Work Status: Full-Time (FT)
Temporary: No
Location: Dothan - D01
Job Summary Collaborates with the Director/Assistant Director to identify students with routine or special health care needs or procedures and follows the plan of care developed through collaboration with the supervising RN, health care prescriber, and parents.In collaboration with the Director/Assistant Director, gather all pertinent data to develop and implement an individualized healthcare plan for students with healthcare needs.Communicate effectively and in a timely manner to the Director/Assistant Director to keep health care plans current and accurate.Follows procedures established to notify the Director/Assistant Director of expected or unexpected absences.Provides direct nursing services, including medication administration, following all criteria in the Medication Curriculum developed by the AL State Department of Education and the AL Board of Nursing.Provides nursing care services as directed by the prescriber for students who require specialized procedures, such as:- gastric tube insertion, replacement, and feedings
- urinary catheterization, clean and sterile
- administration of injectable medications
- administration of rectal or vaginal medications
- invasive procedures or techniques
- receipt of verbal or telephone orders from a licensed prescriber
Documents all nursing activities thoroughly and accurately following established protocols.Compiles required departmental and/or state reports accurately before scheduled deadlines.Assists in carrying out policies and procedures for control of communicable diseases within assigned schools.Administers first aid to students according to standard nursing protocols and school policies.Assists teachers with health education programs.Performs nursing care within the LPN scope of practice as defined by the Alabama Board of Nursing.Performs screening procedures.Serves as a health liaison between school, healthcare provider, family, and community.Report potential or current school health/safety/abuse issues or code of conduct violations to the Director/Assistant Director.Maintains privacy and confidentiality in accordance with The Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).Minimum Qualifications
Current Alabama License as a Licensed Practical NurseClinical nursing skills necessary to provide safe care to students with special health care needs.Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with administration, parents, faculty, and students.Preferred Qualifications
Clinical nursing experience with school-age children in the hospital, community health, or a pediatric clinicPossess current CPR certification (this may be obtained after employment).Additional Details
Will this position require driving (personal vehicle, university vehicle, utility vehicle, or golf cart) in order to perform the job duties? Driving may be necessary but is not a primary responsibility.
Work Hours: Full-time (40 hours per week) – Standard hours of operation (7:00 am – 6:00 pm). The schedule will be adjusted to meet the center’s needs.
List any hazardous conditions or physical demands required by this position: NA
Supervisory Responsibility: Not specified
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