School Nurse (LVN/LPN) at Amergis

Hiring School Setting LVN / LPN's

The School Nurse assumes responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of student / client care and / or contracted services in a school setting.

The School Nurse may also be in a supervisory position within the contracted services. The School Nurse provides services in accordance with Amergis Healthcare Staffing's philosophy, standards, policies and physician orders.

Pay : $30-35 / hr

Location : Walnut, Covina, Glendora, Claremont, and more!

Schedule : M-F (Full Time & Part Time)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

Utilizes the nursing process to plan, implement and evaluate student's care needs

Demonstrates on each assignment the provision of skill nursing care in accordance with prescribed orders / IHP

Performs interventions, treatments and medications administration according to the identified priorities as outlined in the IHP

Monitors and documents effectiveness of interventions, treatments and medications

Completes documentation per client expectations

Coordinates and facilitates services as requested between the school, local health agencies and other community resources to meet the needs of the student

Communicates with the school district personnel about student's plan of care / IHP

Notifies District School Nurse / Amergis Supervisor / Parent / Physician as outlined in the IHP regarding the following :

Changes in condition of student

Physician notification to obtain necessary orders

Collaborates with school / education personnel / other health agencies as requested, to design and meet student's health care needs

Evaluates and assures student safety at all times

Adheres to Amergis and school district policies

Maintains accuracy in student health record

Supports professional practice by observing the following :

Nurse Practice Act

Standards of Nursing Practice

Standards of Patient Care

Standards of accrediting body (The Joint Commission)

State laws

Educational Codes and Federal Laws as described in the ADA and IDEA

Patient Bill of Rights

Amergis Healthcare and school district policies

At request of school district participates in student care conferences / Individualized Education Program (IEP)

LPN / LVNs should direct questions regarding orders and changes in condition to a Supervising RN (DN and / or Clinical Supervisor)

Performs other duties as assigned / necessary

Minimum Requirements :

Graduate of an accredited registered, practical or vocational nursing program

Licensed as a Licensed Practical, Licensed Vocational or Registered Nurse in state(s) where practicing

One year of professional experience, preferred

Complies with accepted professional standard and practice

Willingness to participate in skill advancement, if applicable

Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program

Current CPR

PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site

Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

Ability to effectively elicit / provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills;

proficiency in the English language may be required

Computer proficiency required

Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits :

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) savings plan

Awards and recognition programs

Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988.

We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school.

Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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