Health Room Nurse

35 hours per week, 10-month position, non-exempt, hourly rate of $29.08.

About the Role

To assist the building nurse in providing every student in the East Penn School District with the opportunity to achieve their best possible level of wellness.

Qualifications

• Current CPR and AED certification
• Current RN or LPN licensure in Pennsylvania
• Pennsylvania Driver's License
• Experience with school-aged children
• Clerical and computer skills
• Able to independently read, write, speak, and comprehend the English language

Responsibilities

• Follow health room procedures as outlined in the East Penn School District Standing Orders for sick and/or injured students and personnel
• Provide emergency care to students and staff when necessary
• Advise the building nurse when a serious situation arises that would need contact with a parent and/or physician
• Administer medication to students in accordance with the procedures as outlined in the East Penn School District Use of Medication Policy
• Request assistance from the building nurse when there is a question concerning the response to a health problem
• Keep the building nurse apprised of appropriate information regarding health room management
• Assist the building nurse in establishing and/or maintaining each student's health record
• Inform relevant staff of the disposition of ill or injured students
• Assume other responsibilities as directed by the Director of Student Services and/or the building nurse
• Learn and perform new procedures as they become necessary in the care of students with special medical needs
• Follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by the Director of Student Services or Certified School Nurse

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, bend, stoop, sit, lift, reach, communicate (vision, hearing, and speech), and carry or convey sufficient weight to safely and effectively carry out functions, duties, and responsibilities
• Ability to independently ambulate in and around school buildings and office areas
• Ability to independently travel between locations in the Lehigh Valley without public transportation
• Ability to stand/walk for lengthy periods of time

Pay

$29.08 per hour.

Schedule

35 hours per week, 10-month position.