LPN – 10mo full time – School Health

Overview

This full time position will be for the start of the 2024-2025 School year

Position Summary
Performs a variety of health care related services within a school setting and assists with clerical, environmental, and organizational tasks. This 10 month position, under direct supervision, is responsible for providing basic nursing care in assigned area.

All Licensed Practical Nurses employed by the Mecklenburg County Health Department, regardless of official title or classification, may provide nursing services during urgent and/or emergent public health events. These services include, but are not limited to, administration of immunizations for various ages and groups, mass medication distribution, and provision of health services in shelter environments.

Please note: This is a Full-Time permanent 10-month position.  What that means is you will be working for 10 months of the year, August to June, and be off on a summer break for eight (8) weeks over the summer.  During this time, you will not be receiving pay since you are not working.  However, your benefits do continue during this time.  During the 10 months that you are working, you will be paying a prorated amount to cover the cost of your benefits during the summer months that you are not working.

Essential Functions
•Document patient history using structured, written guidelines, policies, and forms.
•Assist patients with the completion of self-histories or self-assessment questionnaires.
•Administer medication/immunizations when an initial assessment (care planning) has been completed by the RN or standards of care and policy dictate that an initial assessment is not required.
•Make referrals and/or follow up with patients to ensure they make and keep referral appointments based on policies, procedures, and standing orders
•Contact or follow up with providers for information on patients and their care.
•Document information on the appropriate paper or electronic client record, nursing care plan, or other documents.
•Track immunizations, follows up, and enter data into North Carolina Immunization Registry (NCIR).
•Obtain heights, weights, vital signs, hearing and vision screening, and lab specimens when the procedure falls within LPN legal scope of practice as ordered by providers or Standing Orders.
•Assist medical personnel during clinical exams and procedures.
•Ensure that clinics are stocked and supplied with materials; sets up equipment and supplies.
•Provide educational materials and counseling on communicable disease, diet and nutrition, medication, and general health care based on teaching plan/protocol assigned by the RN.
•Mecklenburg County Health Department employees: Respond in cases of urgent and/or emergent events that require public health interventions. Employees may be trained for and assigned duties unrelated to their regular work; work outside normal business hours and workdays and/or in a different work location may be required. Emergency events include, but are not limited to, communicable disease outbreaks, severe weather situations (e.g. snow or ice storms, tornados, hurricanes), natural disasters (e.g. earthquakes), fire, or power outages, and acts of terrorism.

Minimum Qualifications
Experience:  
Minimum of two years of healthcare experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

Education:  
High School diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited LPN program.

Combination of relevant education and relevant experience accepted?:  No

Licenses and Certifications
•Current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in NC issued by the NC Board of Nursing or another Nurse Licensure Compact State
•Certification in Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (CPR & AED) by the American Heart Association that is valid for at least 90 days after hire. Maintenance of this certification is required and as funds are available may be supported as part of employment.
•May require valid NC or SC driver’s license.
•May require the ability to obtain and maintain a Mecklenburg County Vehicle Operator’s Permit (COP).
•Annual Mecklenburg County Human Resource background screening required.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Knowledge of
•Applicable Federal, State, and local laws, statutes, rules, and regulations NC Nurse Practice Act
•Medical terminology

Skills
•Managing and executing multiple tasks
•Maintaining confidential records
•Using computers and related software applications
•Applying and explaining applicable laws, codes, regulations, policies, and/or procedures
•Exercising judgment and discretion
•Recognizing problems, identifying alternative solutions, and making appropriate recommendations
•Maintaining records and files
•Providing customer service

Abilities
•Applied Learning: Assimilating and applying new job-related information in a timely manner
•Building Trust: Interacting with others in a way that instills confidence in one’s intentions and those of the organization
•Communication: Clearly conveying information and ideas through a variety of media to individuals or groups in a manner that engages the audience and helps them understand and retain the information provided
•Decision Making: Identifying and understanding issues, problems, and opportunities; comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints, and probable consequences
•Patient Relations: Meeting patient and patient family needs; taking responsibility for a patient’s safety, satisfaction, and clinical outcomes; using appropriate interpersonal techniques to resolve difficult patient situations and regain patient confidence
•Planning and Organizing: Establishing courses of action for self and others to ensure that work is completed efficiently

Computer Skills
•Proficient in various computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite

Compensation and Benefits
In addition to a competitive salary, Mecklenburg County offers a generous benefits package which greatly increases your total compensation. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, short term disability, long term disability, accident, cancer, critical illness, medical bridge, and pet insurance; dependent care, healthcare, and commuter flexible spending accounts; health savings account; paid holiday, vacation, and sick days; near-site clinics for preventive care and illnesses; an employee discount program which provides discounts for retail, dining, shopping, travel, tickets and more; an employee assistance program including financial and legal counseling; access to Mecklenburg County fitness and aquatic facilities; paid family leave; tuition reimbursement; a 5% employer match.

Work Environment
Works in an office setting with moderate noise

Reasonable Accommodations Statement
To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Disclaimer Statement
This is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of job-related responsibilities, duties, skills, requirements or working conditions. Other duties may be assigned based on business need and the supervisor’s request. Mecklenburg County reserves the right to revise the job description at any time. Designated positions may be required to assist in emergency and/or disaster situations.