Licensed Practical Nurse - Dale M. Thompson/Trails West School
About the role
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse to coordinate and implement health screenings, special health care procedures, and provide training and medication administration.
Responsibilities
- Coordinate and implement a plan for health screenings.
- Coordinate, design, and implement special health care procedures.
- Provide training on lifting techniques, basic first aid, infection control procedures, administering medication, CPR, and other in-service as needed.
- Administer medication and other health care procedures according to physician orders.
- Participate in staffing and IEP conferences to provide information on the student’s physical and health needs when requested.
- Oversee all Special Health Care Plans (SHCP). Ensure they are completed correctly and all necessary supplies are available.
- Notify parents if additional supplies are needed.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive school health plan.
- Accurately complete required reports on or before established deadlines.
- Collaborate with building administrator to maintain an orderly, attractive, safe, clean environment.
- Maintain CPR training instructor certification and basic CPR certification.
- Maintain confidentiality of parent, student, and staff personally identifiable information.
Requirements
Licensed as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Missouri. Experience with pediatrics and/or individuals with disabilities preferred.
Qualifications
A professional license pursuant to state law is required.
Skills
Knowledge of pediatric care, infection control, and first aid.
Benefits
The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package including a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage.
Pay
$38,208
Schedule
N/A
Benefits
N/A
Contact Information
If you have questions about this position, please contact: dese.mssdhr@dese.mo.gov
Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Notice of Non-Discrimination
The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to department programs and to the location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible by persons with disabilities may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Director of Civil Rights Compliance and MOA Coordinator (Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADAAA/Age Act/GINA/USDA Title VI), 7th Floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480; telephone number 573-522-1775 or TTY 800-735-2966; fax number 573-522-4883; email civilrights@dese.mo.gov.
Notice to Applicants
The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources.