Applications are continuously being accepted for this position SUBSTITUTE LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE: 10-Month School Calendar Position LPN positions involve caring for the medical needs of students placed in BOCES classrooms which are located in a Special Education Host Site program. Assistance with all medical aspects of the students' day is expected.
- Students need assistance with areas of daily living skills which may include but are not limited to; toileting, personal care, feeding, maintaining safety during transitions, redirection, task initiation, communication, interacting with others and supervision for sensory activities and routines.
- Students requires daily tube feedings
- Students need constant monitoring during and after feedings
- Regular assessment of respiratory needs
- The employee must possess a valid NYS Licensed Practical Nurse license and be physically able and willing to meet the needs of the students.
- Dispensing medications, under direction of R.N.
- Completing Medicaid paperwork, under the direction of R.N.
- Assist with student arrival and departure
- Help students carry out prescribed physical exercises
- Helps student with daily living skills/hygiene
- Follows medical protocol
- Other duties as assigned
SUBMIT THE FOLLOWING MATERIALS:
- Employment application
- Letter of interest
- Detailed rsum
- Proof of highest level of education
- Valid NYS Licensure
- One to three current, dated, and signed letters of professional reference (must be less than one year old)