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Brief Description
Brief Description
JOB TITLE: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / School Nurse
DEPARTMENT: Nursing
REPORTS TO: Nurse Director
PURPOSE: Licensed Practical Nurses regardless of specialty or work setting, provide practical nursing care in conjunction with the Registered Nurse. The LPN is a core member of the interdisciplinary care team for the children and adults we support with Complex Medical Conditions. The LPN is guided by the Nurse Practice Act and the Code of Conduct for Nurses. The LPN School Nurse will utilize the nursing process, critical thinking, and problem solving skills to provide holistic care to the students we support across the life span.
Functions And Responsibilities
Safety & Well-Being of Students
Outcome: All Critical Life Safety Programs and policies are trained, implemented, documented, followed up on and evaluated in alignment with The Center for Discovery philosophy.
Provide ongoing observation of students within the framework of holistic nursing practice and in accordance with the principles of individual and family centered care
Observe and report data regarding individual and families’ culture, value system, lifestyle and the interest and ability to participate in their care, and any other factors impacting successful treatment outcomes
Identify and communicate individual and family needs to the supervising Registered Nurse, interdisciplinary health care team, and other providers as needed
Provide ongoing monitoring of individual response to intervention in
Identify and report deviations from expected outcomes and change in individual status to the supervising Registered Nurse
Student Health Planning
Outcome: Develop and implement a comprehensive person specific nursing plan of care in collaboration with the Registered Nurse and aligning with The Center for Discovery Philosophy.
Coordinate and update an individualized plan of care, based on evidence in collaboration with the Registered Nurse, the individual, their family, and the interdisciplinary team promoting continuity of care across the continuum
Prioritize nursing interventions to achieve individual outcomes and goals
Promote a comprehensive individual plan, coordinated by the interdisciplinary team to meet the individual’s needs. Inclusive of health promotion, self-management, identification and coordination of resources to promote the continuity of care
Update student’s medical record as required, inclusive of obtaining updated medical information such as annual physicals, immunization records and providers orders in compliance with New York State Education Department.
All records should be given to the School Nursing Director in a timely manner.
Intervention
Outcome: All interventions are implemented, documented, and evaluated in alignment with The Center for Discovery Philosophy.
Establish and maintain a therapeutic relationship with students and families
Identify, initiate and coordinate therapeutic interventions consistent with the scope of practice and level of competence
Implement prescribed interventions and perform independent nursing interventions
Consult with the Registered Nurse, interdisciplinary team and medical home providers to discuss changes related to individual status and modifies interventions
Provide information and instruction to assist individual to understand health care practices and processes
Care is coordinated and delivered within the confines of available human, material and fiscal resources of The Center for Discovery
Evaluation
Outcome: Ensure that students plan of nursing care is appropriate based on relevant data and evidenced based best practices.
In conjunction with the Registered Nurse; utilize data obtained from individual, family, and other health care providers as well as internal data collected to evaluate the plan of care including individual responses to interventions and achievement of expected outcomes
Support direct care staff members and educate appropriately any planned changes in care with the individual
Document complete, accurate, and relevant data for every individual assigned to their care for the shift as well as assigned primary individual caseload
Professional Development and Accountability
Outcome : Reflect The Center for Discovery’s and New York State’s Core Competencies Standard for the day to day practice of supporting people with Developmental Disabilities and Complex Medical Conditions in conjunction with the Nurse Practice Act.
Practice within the professional, legal and ethical standards and is accountable for his or her own actions and decisions at all times
Demonstrate professionalism in attitude, dress and behavior
Contribute to positive team functioning and supporting one another
Develop cultural competence in order to provide culturally competent care
Actively participate in developing and evaluating professional goals and performance at regular intervals
Role model the principles of continuous quality improvement by critically reflecting one’s own practice, seeking meaningful feedback from peers, clients and managers
Accountable for reporting professional practice issues according The Center for Discovery Quality Assurance Standards
Professional Leadership, Education and Research
Outcome: Ensure all staff and programs are aimed at positively impacting the students/families experience and supporting the culture of The Center for Discovery.
Support the philosophy, vision and mission of The Center for Discovery, including the HealthE6 framework
Promote a safe work environment by identifying and reporting potential risk issues
Demonstrate an awareness of organizational needs by establishing priorities
Function as a change agent by thinking respectively, questioning assumptions, assessing alternatives and supporting change
Accept responsibility for continuing competencies through ongoing professional development including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality programs
Qualifications
Graduate of an approved Practical Nursing Program
Two years of work experience in nursing preferred with expertise based on prior experience with students with intellectual or physical disabilities
Demonstrate skill and expertise in utilization of the nursing process and interdisciplinary team approach
Maintain required licensing and mandated training by the NYS Education Department
CORE COMPETENCIES: The following reflects The Center for Discovery and New York States Core Competencies standard for the day-to-day practice of supporting people with developmental disabilities (see appendix).
Putting People First – Supports a person’s unique capacities, personality and potential
Builds and Maintains Positive Relationships/Teamwork/Communication – Creates meaningful communication and balances team and individual responsibility
Demonstrates Professionalism/Cultural Sensitivity – Develop professional relationships; demonstrates professional behavior; exhibits equity, inclusion, unity, and respect
Supports Good Health – Promotes positive behavior and supports health and wellness (Food philosophy, diet and exercise)
Adaptability – Modifies competing demands and changes in the work environment as needed
Licensure/Certification
Licensed Practical Nurse with current licensure in New York State
Current Basic Life Support Certification
Personal Characteristics And Skills
Ability to balance and prioritize numerous demands
Ability to work within the team environment and to actively contribute to individual care planning
Demonstrate strong communication skills and ability to adapt communication styles to meet the needs of the individual, family or healthcare team member
Ability to safely administer medications and respiratory treatments.
Demonstrate knowledge of the roles, responsibilities and rights of other nurses and other healthcare team members
Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel. Use of all Electronic Health Record (EHR) and/or ability to learn and adapt to changes in workflow relate EHRs as systems change and update
Critical thinking skills
Sound Judgement, both clinical and personal
Strong observation skills
Support a respectful, team oriented workplace
Flexibility in work assignment and location.
PHYSCIAL DEMANDS
Frequently on feet, walking and standing required
Frequently required to perform a two person lift and/or transfer
Required to lift equipment or materials of various weights and sizes as needed
Transport of students in wheelchair as needed
Transition of students in and out of agency vehicles as needed
Frequent bending and/or stooping required
Donning of Personal Protective Equipment, including use of N95 masks, as needed
WORK ENVIORNMENT
Exposure to wet and/or humid conditions
Exposure to fumes or airborne particles
Exposure to human elements/excrements
Noise level in the work environment is usually loud
Exposure to outdoor weather conditions
Contact with contagious or infectious diseases
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Physical Setting
School
Standard Shift
Day shift
Weekly Schedule
Monday to Friday
Ability To Commute/relocate
Harris, NY: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
License/Certification
BLS Certification (Preferred)
RN (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
Seniority level Seniority level Entry level
Employment type Employment type Full-time
Job function Job function Health Care Provider
Industries Hospitals and Health Care
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