The PRN LPN assists in the day to day functions within the campus First Aid Center as well as providing person-centered education to students to promote individual independence. The PRN LPN reports to the First Aid Center RN and is responsible for performing nursing tasks such as medication observation, treatments, documentation within the student's health record, and providing care to individuals with physical, developmental, and intellectual disabilities. Available shifts:
- 2nd shift: Monday through Friday 1pm - 9pm (7.5 hours of work with an unpaid 30-minute lunch break). Please provide availability upon applying.
- Weekend shifts: Saturday and Sunday 8am - 9pm (11 hours of work and two unpaid 1 hour lunch breaks). Please provide availability upon applying.
The PRN LPN reports to the Tennessee Rehabilitation Center on a schedule that includes nights and weekends. Responsibilities:
- Assesses students at the First Aid Center with a triage approach
- Records vital signs
- Observes students self-administering medications and documents progress
- Oversees the medication observation process
- Performs treatments as ordered by providers
- Responds to medical emergencies on campus
- Documents essential findings in the student's medical record
- Collaborates with other members of the interdisciplinary team
- Attends meetings as requested
- Adheres to established protocols and procedures
- Works with a variety of students who have physical, mental, and developmental disabilities
- Administers nursing care in a school-based setting
- Manages supplies and inventory in a fiscally responsible way
- Possesses the ability to initiate tasks autonomously when needed
- Is on time for shifts and reliable
- Presents to customers in a cheerful, positive manner
- Assists with ADL's as needed
- Possesses knowledge of adaptive equipment
Qualifications:
- Currently licensed as a practical nurse in the state of TN
- Possesses knowledge of basic laboratory practices
- Effective communication and listening skills
- Ability to provide clear, concise information in a classroom setting
- Basic knowledge f electronic data usage
- Must have exceptional customer service skills
- Basic skills using Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook)
***This position is an ongoing need with no planned end date. The duration on this requisition is listed through 6/30/24 due to it being the end of the fiscal year and I will submit a request for it to continue at that time. Location Requirements Candidate must be local. Candidate Must Be Local Background Verification Minimum Verification Requirements Fingerprinting is not required for all positions but is required for some positions. InfoCubic backgrounds are not required for TN DHS contractors. Onboarding Form Onboarding Form If your candidate is selected, please complete the onboarding form and attach it to the proposal comment section. Fingerprinting Fingerprinting Yes Break Out Invoice By Breakout Invoice By PO Type Category Qualification Description Competency Required Skills Others Ability to Work Independently Novice (1-3 Years) No Skills Others Accuracy Novice (1-3 Years) No Skills Others Active Listening Novice (1-3 Years) No Skills Others Activities of daily living (ADLs) Novice (1-3 Years) No Skills Others Basic Life support (BLS) Novice (1-3 Years) No Skills Others Collaboration Novice (1-3 Years) No Skills Others Cooperation Novice (1-3 Years) No Skills Others Coordination Novice (1-3 Years) No Skills Others Critical Thinking Novice (1-3 Years) No Skills Others Multitasking Novice (1-3 Years) No