A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
Anticipated Opening - RN / LPN, Part-Time Behavioral Health Associates - 3.6 Pottsville, PA Job Details Part-time $35 an hour 3 days ago Qualifications Computer operation CPR Certification Computer literacy Parent collaboration Driver's License Parent communication in school administration Computer skills Full Job Description Behavioral Health Associates (BHA) is an educational organization. We offer an academic learning environment integrated with behavior support services for students diagnosed with emotional/behavioral disorders to empower the students in overcoming challenges and creating new stories in their lives. BHA has an anticipated opening for a part-time
RN / LPN
for our new Pottsville Location to serve both students and staff.
JOB GOAL
Provide healthcare to students and staff. Perform health screenings. Coordinate referrals to private healthcare providers. Serve as liaisons between school personnel, family, and community healthcare providers to ensure a healthy school environment.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop plans for student care based on assessment, interventions, and identification of outcomes, and the evaluation of care. Serving as consultants with other school professionals. Provide health-related education to students and staff in both individual and group settings. Monitor immunizations, managing communicable diseases, and assessing the school environment as to prevent injury and ensure safety. Oversee infection control measures. Actively participate in school safety plans that address school violence, bullying, and emergencies that may occur at school. Overseeing medication administration, health care procedures, and the development of healthcare plans. Overseeing vision, hearing, body mass index, and mental health screening procedures. Making decisions related to the delegation of healthcare tasks as directed by state laws and professional practice guidance. Providing health advice to school staff. Assist families with locating outside care and obtaining health insurance. Other duties as assigned by Administration.
ADDITIONAL
May also provide interventions for: Acute and chronic illnesses Adolescent pregnancy Communicable diseases Dental disease Injuries and emergencies Mental health Nutrition Obesity Sexually transmitted diseases Substance use and abuse May be required to provide health education to students in contemporary topics, such as: Adolescent pregnancy prevention Exercise Nutrition Oral health Parenting Prevention of sexually transmitted diseases/infections Smoking prevention and cessation Substance use and abuse
QUALIFICATIONS
Valid Certification as an RN or LPN Valid Driver's License CPR certification BSN preferred Ability to effectively communicate with parents, faculty, staff, and administration regarding student progress and needs. Basic computer literacy. Utilize effective verbal and written expression. When applying to this position, please include a copy of your letter of interest, resume, and current clearances. Click Here to complete BHA's Employment Application for Support Staff (Non-Teaching Positions) BHA is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. BHA is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age or other legally protected status.
