Adelphi is seeking part-time Registered Nurses (RNs) or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide private nursing services in a school district in the State of Maryland.
The nurses will be needed to support students with special needs at Elementary Schools in Montgomery. Job Quick Facts :
- Ref # : BD-106-10
- Profession : Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)
- Specialty : School Nurse (Private Duty Nurse)
- Location : Montgomery, MD
- Facility Type : School that caters to students with special needs
- Job Type : Contract
- Start Date : ASAP
- Contract Length : Aug 01-November 29 (Summer School) with possible extension
- Shift Schedule : Monday, Wednesday, Thursday full day ( hours) Tuesday and Friday from 9 : 25-12 : 30 ( hours)
- Pay Rate : LPN -$45 / Hr RN - $50 / Hr Requirements :
- Active Maryland license
- BLS / ACLS Certification
- Bachelor’s degree / Approved certificate program Responsibilities :
- Monitor for symptoms and escort student to the health room when she is experiencing chest pain, headaches, dizziness, looks pale / blue in color, is out of breath, or squatting (lack of strength to stand).
- Call the health room and tell the nurse to expect student so that she can watch for her arrival.
- Escort student during any transitions or to the health room.
- Escort student by wheelchair to designated location (in front of building or nearest location) during a fire drill.
- Ensure that student has limited physical activity that can increase heart rate.
- Implement the emergency care plan and implement AED within 60 seconds.
- Ensure that a wheelchair is in an accessible location within close proximity of student at all times, especially during recess, , or other locations that cause exertion.
- Ensure that student has access to water and the ability to sit out when needed, especially after a procedure.
- Escort student by wheelchair in the event of a emergency evacuation.
- Carry AED and pulse oximeter with student at all times including emergency evacuation.
30+ days ago