TCDN0349775-0150
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2025-11-30T00:00:00
JOB TITLE: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / School NurseDEPARTMENT: NursingREPORTS TO: Nurse DirectorPURPOSE: 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 StudentsOutcome: 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 careObserve 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 outcomesIdentify and communicate individual and family needs to the supervising Registered Nurse, interdisciplinary health care team, and other providers as neededProvide ongoing monitoring of individual response to intervention inIdentify and report deviations from expected outcomes and change in individual status to the supervising Registered NurseStudent Health PlanningOutcome: 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 continuumPrioritize nursing interventions to achieve individual outcomes and goalsPromote 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 careUpdate 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.InterventionOutcome: All interventions are implemented, documented, and evaluated in alignment with The Center for Discovery Philosophy.Establish and maintain a therapeutic relationship with students and familiesIdentify, initiate and coordinate therapeutic interventions consistent with the scope of practice and level of competenceImplement prescribed interventions and perform independent nursing interventionsConsult with the Registered Nurse, interdisciplinary team and medical home providers to discuss changes related to individual status and modifies interventionsProvide information and instruction to assist individual to understand health care practices and processesCare is coordinated and delivered within the confines of available human, material and fiscal resources of The Center for DiscoveryEvaluationOutcome: 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 outcomesSupport direct care staff members and educate appropriately any planned changes in care with the individualDocument complete, accurate, and relevant data for every individual assigned to their care for the shift as well as assigned primary individual caseloadProfessional Development and AccountabilityOutcome: 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 timesDemonstrate professionalism in attitude, dress and behaviorContribute to positive team functioning and supporting one anotherDevelop cultural competence in order to provide culturally competent careActively participate in developing and evaluating professional goals and performance at regular intervalsRole model the principles of continuous quality improvement by critically reflecting one’s own practice, seeking meaningful feedback from peers, clients and managersAccountable for reporting professional practice issues according The Center for Discovery Quality Assurance StandardsProfessional Leadership, Education and ResearchOutcome: 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 frameworkPromote a safe work environment by identifying and reporting potential risk issuesDemonstrate an awareness of organizational needs by establishing prioritiesFunction as a change agent by thinking respectively, questioning assumptions, assessing alternatives and supporting changeAccept responsibility for continuing competencies through ongoing professional development including participation in education programs, research and continuous quality programsQUALIFICATIONS:Graduate of an approved Practical Nursing ProgramTwo years of work experience in nursing preferred with expertise based on prior experience with students with intellectual or physical disabilitiesDemonstrate skill and expertise in utilization of the nursing process and interdisciplinary team approachMaintain required licensing and mandated training by the NYS Education DepartmentCORE 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 potentialBuilds and Maintains Positive Relationships/Teamwork/Communication – Creates meaningful communication and balances team and individual responsibilityDemonstrates Professionalism/Cultural Sensitivity – Develop professional relationships; demonstrates professional behavior; exhibits equity, inclusion, unity, and respectSupports 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 neededLicensure/CertificationLicensed Practical Nurse with current licensure in New York StateCurrent Basic Life Support CertificationPersonal Characteristics and SkillsAbility to balance and prioritize numerous demandsAbility to work within the team environment and to actively contribute to individual care planningDemonstrate strong communication skills and ability to adapt communication styles to meet the needs of the individual, family or healthcare team memberAbility to safely administer medications and respiratory treatments.Demonstrate knowledge of the roles, responsibilities and rights of other nurses and other healthcare team membersProficient 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 updateCritical thinking skillsSound Judgement, both clinical and personalStrong observation skillsSupport a respectful, team oriented workplaceFlexibility in work assignment and location.PHYSCIAL DEMANDSFrequently on feet, walking and standing requiredFrequently required to perform a two person lift and/or transferRequired to lift equipment or materials of various weights and sizes as neededTransport of students in wheelchair as neededTransition of students in and out of agency vehicles as neededFrequent bending and/or stooping requiredDonning of Personal Protective Equipment, including use of N95 masks, as neededWORK ENVIORNMENTExposure to wet and/or humid conditionsExposure to fumes or airborne particlesExposure to human elements/excrementsNoise level in the work environment is usually loudExposure to outdoor weather conditionsContact with contagious or infectious diseasesJob Type: Full-timeBenefits: 401(k)Dental insuranceHealth insurancePaid time offVision 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
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