School Based Licensed Practical Nurse LPN

Company: Interim HealthCare
Location: Scranton
Posted on: March 19, 2023

Job Description:

Interim Healthcare services of NEPA is looking for Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) with pediatric experience who will work with local school districts to monitor overall health of students and perform first aide duties as necessary. Will be assigned 1:1 with a child who has special needs.Interim HealthCare is America's leading provider of home care, hospice and healthcare staffing. We offer one of the most comprehensive selections of career opportunities in the industry ranging from per diem to full-time.If you're looking for a stable career opportunity, look no further. We offer the security of working for an established company. Nationally, Interim HealthCare has been providing great jobs to great people for over 50 years and there are more than 300 offices across the country. That kind of stability combined with our commitment to integrity makes us your perfect career partner.Job details for the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) are as follows:

• Location: Scranton, PA and surrounding area
• Full Time hours throughout School Year
  • Holidays Observed OFF
  • Summer OFF
  • Weekends OFF
  • Other opportunities available during time off in home care, group homes, and long term care facilities
  • Summer Camp opportunities provided throughout the Summer
  • Hours: Monday through Friday between 8:00 am - 3:30 pm
  • Rate of Pay: $25 - $27 per hour
  • Health benefits after 90 days
  • Weekly Pay via Direct Deposit or Paper CheckResponsibilities of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):
    • Administer medications according to established medication administration principles, physician orders and facility policy and procedures.
    • Provide direct care to children with a wide variety of diagnoses, conditions, and diseases
    • Assist with ambulation, toileting, feeding, etc.
    • Recognize changing patient conditions and emergency situations and appropriately intervene.
    • Collaborate with Clinical Supervisor concerning patients' medical records as needed.Minimum Requirements of the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN):
      • Licensed Practical Nurse with active, unrestricted license in the state of Pennsylvania
      • One (1) year of experience in healthcare; home care, home health, hospital, and/or long-term care environment preferred
      • Experience with pediatrics and mental health; required
      • Current CPR Certification; required
      • Must have a reliable form of transportation
      • Must be willing to undergo pre-employment screeningsInterim HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Each Interim HealthCare location is independently owned and operated. 2019 Interim HealthCare Inc.

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