Licensed Practical Nurse

The full time LPN assists in the day to day functions within the campus First Aid Center as well as providing person-centered education to students to promote individual independence.

The LPN reports to the First Aid Center RN and is responsible for performing nursing tasks such as medication observation, treatments, documentation within the student’s health record, and providing care to individuals with physical, developmental, and intellectual disabilities.

The regular schedule for the full time LPN is Monday through Friday pm - pm ( hours of work with an unpaid minute lunch break)

The LPN reports to the Tennessee Rehabilitation Center on a schedule that includes nights and possibly weekends.

Responsibilities :

Assesses students at the First Aid Center with a triage approach

Records vital signs

Observes students self-administering medications and documents progress

Oversees the medication observation process

Performs treatments as ordered by providers

Responds to medical emergencies on campus

Documents essential findings in the student's medical record

Collaborates with other members of the interdisciplinary team

Attends meetings as requested

Adheres to established protocols and procedures

Works with a variety of students who have physical, mental, and developmental disabilities

Administers nursing care in a school-based setting

Manages supplies and inventory in a fiscally responsible way

Possesses the ability to initiate tasks autonomously when needed

Is on time for shifts and reliable

Presents to customers in a cheerful, positive manner

Assists with ADL's as needed

Possesses knowledge of adaptive equipment

Qualifications :

Currently licensed as a practical nurse in the state of TN

Possesses knowledge of basic laboratory practices

Effective communication and listening skills

Ability to provide clear, concise information in a classroom setting

Basic knowledge f electronic data usage

Must have exceptional customer service skills

Basic skills using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)

This position is an ongoing need with no planned end date. The duration on this requisition is listed through / / due to it being the end of the fiscal year and I will submit a request for it to continue at that time.

Please note, while the submission deadline is / / , candidates will be started as they are hired / onboarded. We will not be waiting until / / to accept candidates.