LPN​/RN Health Paraprofessional

Licensed Practical Nurse – Day Shift

St. Joseph, MO | $49,798.00

Qualifications Licensure as a Practical Nurse, 1 to 3 years of experience in health care settings, preferably within educational environments. CPR/AED certification.

FLSA: Exempt

Salary

Schedule:

Per approved Salary Schedule

Direct Report: Coordinator of Nursing/Health Services

Terms of Employment: 9 months

Eligible for emergency telework: with supervisor approval

Purpose: Manages the health care needs of students in need of round‑the‑clock, daily care; assists assigned students with educational needs. Serves as a back‑up for the Nurse, responding to emergencies and assisting in the Nurse’s Office as needed. May provide 1:1 nursing care for students with specialized health needs.

Essential Job Functions

• Attend work in a regular, reliable and punctual manner.
• To “telework” when requested by the District.
• Monitors and manages students with chronic disease and disabilities, and documents the treatment and service provided in accordance with orders and plan of care.
• Provides emergency or crisis nursing care for physically and/or psychologically ill and injured students.
• Maintains accurate records of student health information and confidentiality.
• Identifies and monitors health issues and reports to the RN or administrative staff as needed.
• Provides educational support to students within a classroom.
• Respond to emergency situations within the building.
• Communicate and collaborate with the building RN, staff and Principal.
• Adhere to infection control procedures and protocols.
• Follow physician orders and instruction from the RN.
• Ability to perform all nursing functions based on the individual needs of the assigned student, as well as general medical skills utilized in emergency situations.
• Familiarity with the use of medical equipment.
• The ability to read small print.
• Basic technical skills, including competency in computer applications.
• Excellent communications skills with children and staff.
• Moderate noise level; general classroom settings.
• Responsible for assisting in toileting and hygiene of children with disabilities.
• Talk and listen to students, colleagues, and other individuals on a regular basis.
• Sit, stand, and walk to various location throughout the school while staying with assigned students.
• Regular attendance is a necessary and essential function.
• Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, dress and appropriate professional manner for the work setting.
• Attend all professional development and staff meetings.
• Maintain strict confidentiality.
• Adhere to district rules, policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as required.

EOE

Seniority level: Entry level

Employment type: Full‑time

Job function: Health Care Provider

Industries: Education Administration Programs