Adelphi is seeking a full-time Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to provide private nursing services in a school district in the State of Maryland. The nurse will be needed to support an 5th grade student at an Elementary School.
Job Quick Facts: - Ref #: BD-106-06
- Profession: Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)
- Specialty: School Nurse (Private Duty Nurse)
- Location: Montgomery, MD
- Facility Type: School that caters to students with special needs
- Job Type: Contract
- Start Date: July 17, 2023
- Contract Length: 2 months with possible extension
- Shift Schedule: Monday, Wednesday, Thursday full day (6.5 hours) Tuesday and Friday from 9:25-12:30 (3.5 hours)
Requirements: - Active Maryland license
- BLS/ACLS Certification
- Nursing Degree
Responsibilities: - Monitor for symptoms and escort student to the health room when she is experiencing chest pain, headaches, dizziness, looks pale/blue in color, is out of breath, or squatting (lack of strength to stand).
- Call the health room and tell the nurse to expect student so that she can watch for her arrival.
- Escort student during any transitions or to the health room.
- Escort student by wheelchair to designated location (in front of building or nearest location) during a fire drill.
- Ensure that student has limited physical activity that can increase heart rate.
- Implement the emergency care plan and implement AED within 60 seconds.
- Ensure that a wheelchair is in an accessible location within close proximity of student at all times, especially during recess, P.E., or other locations that cause exertion.
- Ensure that student has access to water and the ability to sit out when needed, especially after a procedure.
- Escort student by wheelchair in the event of a emergency evacuation.
- Carry AED and pulse oximeter with student at all times including emergency evacuation.