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School Nurse, LPN, or RN

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Covington Independent Public Schools

Covington, KY (In Person)

$72,634 Salary, Full-Time

Posted 2 weeks ago (Updated 1 week ago) • Actively hiring

Expires 7/12/2026

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Job Description

School Nurse, LPN, or RN Covington Independent Public Schools - 3.4 Covington, KY Job Details Full-time $23.02 - $46.82 an hour 20 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Flexible schedule Life insurance Retirement plan Qualifications CPR Certification Patient follow-up care Nursing RN License Medical equipment operation Administration student referral Safety regulations Writing skills Student record keeping Regulatory compliance First aid Employee relationship building High school diploma or GED Driver's License Equipment maintenance LPN Managing patient records Referral coordination Patient emergency assistance Nursing First aid and CPR Full Job Description Covington Independent Public School District
POSITION
SCHOOL
NURSE, L.P.N. OR R.N. SCHOOL/LOCATION
COVINGTON
INDEPENDENT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT APPLICATION DEADLINE
POSITION
WILL BE FILLED AS SOON AS POSSIBLE QUALIFICATIONS
  • Any combination equivalent to: high school diploma or G.E.D. and graduated as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.
  • Current license (L.P.N. or R. N.) in the State of Kentucky or proof of temporary work permit from Kentucky Board of Nursing.
  • Two to Four year degree from an accredited university.
  • One year comprehensive nursing experience.
  • Valid Kentucky driver's license.
KNOWLEDGE OF
  • First aid, CPR and nursing practices and procedures.
  • Various health-screening practices, procedures and techniques.
  • Oral and written communication skills.
  • Record-keeping techniques.
  • Policies and objective of assigned program and activities.
  • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
  • Health and safety regulations.
  • Contagious diseases.
ABILITY TO
  • Administer first aid according to established procedures.
  • Conduct variety of health screenings.
  • Prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.
  • Make referrals and perform follow-up.
  • Maintain medical equipment in proper working condition.
  • Understand and follow written prescriptions.
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
  • Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.
  • Complete work with many interruptions.
  • Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
  • Observe health and safety regulations.
JOB GOAL
  • Administer first aid according to established procedures; conduct a variety of health screenings; prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Administers CPR, first aid or nursing care for accidents, seizures, preventive medicine and other educational-related medical problems to students and school employees as needed.
  • Conducts height, weight, vision, hearing, scoliosis and other health screenings as required; and observes students on a regular basis to detect health needs.
  • Refer students to appropriate personnel, resources or clinics and follows-up as necessary.
  • Maintains health records and medical logs; updates immunization and student records as needed; prepares and submits periodical medical reports for appropriate organizations or District personnel and assures compliance with established laws and regulations.
  • Dispenses and retains medication and performs medical treatment in accordance with physician's instructions within District guidelines.
  • Communicates with various community health agencies and civic organizations to exchange information, and obtains student needs such as medication, glasses, hearing aids and clothing as needed.
  • Provides information and makes recommendations to principals, substitutes, teachers and parents regarding health issues of students.
  • Makes home visits as requested in order to support student health needs.
  • Maintains stock of first aid supplies; assures medical equipment is in proper working condition; orders supplies and equipment as needed.
  • Participates in screening for health defects and sanitary conditions in schools.
  • Maintains current knowledge of medical advances and information, public health issues and treatment procedures.
  • Attends committee meetings and conferences regarding health service and health curriculum.
  • Completes work with many interruptions.
  • Participates in in-service training programs.
  • Performs other assignments consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the immediate supervisor and/or Superintendent of Schools.
RESPONSIBLE TO
Director of Health Service
CONTRACT
185 Days - adjusted for the remainder of the year
SALARY:
$23.02 @ 0 Experience LPN $30.59 @ 0 Experience RN $47,285 @ 0 Experience
RN-BSN APPLICATION PROCEDURE
  • Complete the online application at: https://www.
applitrack.com/covingtonky/onlineapp/
An Equal Opportunity Employer Job Type:
Full-time Pay:
$23.02 - $46.82 per hour
Benefits:
Dental insurance Flexible schedule Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Retirement plan Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
School Ability to
Relocate:
Covington, KY 41011: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location:
In person