School Licensed Practical Nurse

Description SANY Charter Schools is looking for a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) who will provide nursing services to students under the direction of a Registered Nurse, Medical Director, or administrator. The LPN supports student health safety, and well-being during the school day.

Essential Duties and responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to students within the scope of the LPN license. -Administer prescribed medications and treatments as ordered by a healthcare provider and delegated by the RN. -Perform first aid and respond to student illnesses and injuries -Monitor students with chronic health conditions such as diabetes, asthma, seizure disorders and severe allergies. -Observe and report changes in student health status to the RN and parents/guardians as appropriate. -Document all nursing care, medications, treatments, and health office visits accurately.
• Assist with yearly health screenings, immunization compliance and student health record maintenance. -Maintain confidentiality of student health records and information in accordance with FERPA and HIPAA requirements. -Ensure health office supplies and equipment are properly stocked and maintained. -Participate in emergency preparedness and response activities. -Collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, and health care providers to support student health and educational success. -Accompany students on field trips as assigned -Perform other duties related to student health and safety as assigned by administration.

Qualifications

• Current New York State LPN license -Current CPR/AED certification -Experience working with children/ teens in a school setting is preferred -Ability to maintain accurate records and communicate effectively with students, families and staff Want to learn more about our district? Be sure to check out the following links to get a closer look at our schools, hear from our parents and see what our state and community leaders are saying about SANY. District Website: www.sany.org Syracuse region Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Syracuse. Academy Utica region Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/Utica. Academy Syracuse region Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/syracuseacademy Utica region Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/uascs Equal Opportunity Employer Science Academies of New York is committed to maintaining a working and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or those who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.