Seeking experienced LPN's to come work with us at an amazing School District. This is a great opportunity to work with kids and make a difference. No weekends. Monday - Friday 8 AM - 4:30 PM. We are looking for LPN's to start ASAP or by 1/6/2025 at the latest and work the remainder of the school year.

We offer weekly pay, full benefits, 401k and many more perks! Come join our team today

The School Nurse assumes responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of student/client care and/or contracted services in a school setting. The School Nurse may also be in a supervisory position within the contracted services. The School Nurse provides services in accordance with Amergis Healthcare Staffing's philosophy, standards, policies and physician orders.

• Requirements: At least 1 year of experience as an RN or LPN. Active DC RN or LPN license. Previous school nursing experience preferred or experience with pediatric population.

  Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Utilizes the nursing process to plan, implement and evaluate student’s care needs

• Demonstrates on each assignment the provision of skill nursing care in accordance with prescribed orders/IHP

• Performs interventions, treatments and medications administration according to the identified priorities as outlined in the IHP

• Monitors and documents effectiveness of interventions, treatments and medications

• Completes documentation per client expectations

• Coordinates and facilitates services as requested between the school, local health agencies and other community resources to meet the needs of the student

• Communicates with the school district personnel about student’s plan of care/IHP

• Notifies District School Nurse/Amergis Supervisor /Parent/Physician as outlined in the IHP regarding the following:

  Changes in condition of student

  Physician notification to obtain necessary orders

  Collaborates with school/education personnel/other health agencies as requested, to design and meet student’s health care needs

  Evaluates and assures student safety at all times

  Adheres to Amergis and school district policies

  Maintains accuracy in student health record

  Supports professional practice by observing the following:

  Nurse Practice Act

  Standards of Nursing Practice

  Standards of Patient Care

  Standards of accrediting body (The Joint Commission)

  State laws

  Educational Codes and Federal Laws as described in the ADA and IDEA

  Patient Bill of Rights

  Amergis Healthcare and school district policies

• At request of school district participates in student care conferences/Individualized Education Program (IEP)

• LPN/LVNs should direct questions regarding orders and changes in condition to a Supervising RN (DN and/or Clinical Supervisor)

• Performs other duties as assigned/necessary

  Minimum Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited registered, practical or vocational nursing program

• Licensed as a Licensed Practical, Licensed Vocational or Registered Nurse in state(s) where practicing

• One year of professional experience, preferred

• Complies with accepted professional standard and practice

• Willingness to participate in skill advancement, if applicable

• Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program

• Current CPR

• PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site

• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements

• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language may be required

• Computer proficiency required

• Must be at least 18 years of age

  Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks

• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance

• 401(k) savings plan

• Awards and recognition programs

  *Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

  About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.