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Job Opening Information Licensed Practical Nurse 0724-0019

Job Number
0724-0019

Position Title
Licensed Practical Nurse 0724-0019
Required Application Type
School Related Personnel
Salary/Pay Scale
$21.25/hr Plus Generous benefits package
Job Description

Location:              
Erie 1 BOCES
Special Education Services
Maryvale High School
Cheektowaga, NY 

Hourly Salary:
$21.25/hr

Hours:                      

7:00 AM – 2:30 PM

Exceptional benefits package including: Employment - Erie 1 BOCES 

  • Paid Holidays 

  • Generous Paid Personal/Sick time

  • Premium Health and Dental plans (E1B pays 85%)

  • Life insurance at NO cost to you

  • FSA plan

  • Employee Centric work environment

  • Fun events for employees to enjoy

  • Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

  • NYS Retirement 

  • 403b AND 457 retirement plans

  • Professional Development opportunities

  • SO MUCH MORE!

Erie 1 BOCES seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse for a classroom to serve in a 1 to 1 capacity with a high school student. Kind and caring individuals are encouraged to apply. This position requires working with a student with disabilities under the direction of the classroom teacher and school nurse.  Applicants should have a positive outlook, a strong work ethic and be compassionate.

Job Responsibilities:
1. Participates in assessing, planning, implementing, evaluating the student's plan of care.

  • Observes/records the general physical and mental condition of the student and reports pertinent observations to the RN and/or prescribing Physician.

  • Administers/records medication ordered as per Physician's script.

  • Assists in and performs selected nursing procedures for students receiving specialized treatment under the supervision of the School Nurse.

  • Performs standard first aide measures.

  • Follows instructions issued by School Nurse and Physician and adheres to established School policies/procedures.

  • Follows safety standards and infection control guidelines.

2. Documents pertinent student information in medical records.
3. Maintains open communication with the student, family, co-workers, physicians, and other school personnel.
4. Assists with classroom activities as directed by teacher.
5. Work with individual children as directed by teacher.
6. Assists children with arrival and departure problems involving coats, boots, and lunches.
7. Assists the teacher with the implementation of activities that include but are not limited to range of motion exercises, positioning, feeding, toileting, and other activities in daily living (e.g. grooming, hygiene, leisure/recreation, etc.).
8. Lifts and transports students in conjunction with daily living activities. 
9. Maintains a clean, safe, and orderly work area.
10. All other duties as assigned.

Civil Service Title
Licensed Practical Nurse
Job Qualifications

A) Graduation from high school or possession of a high school equivalency diploma and completion of a course of study in a registered School of Practical Nursing approved by the New York State Education Department;

OR:

B) An equivalent combination of training and experience is sufficient to indicate an ability to do the work

Required Qualifications: 

  • Must hold a valid New York State LPN License
  • Experience with students with disabilities preferred but not required

 

 

 

Application Procedure

 Please apply online by completing the following steps:

  1. Click Apply below and log in to your account in Recruitfront or create an account.
  2. Complete and submit the correct application type, SCHOOL RELATED PERSONNEL, and THEN
  3. Apply directly to the job posting.

You will receive an email from Recruitfront stating that you have applied.  

Special Notes:  

When responding to or inquiring about this Notice of Vacancy, please refer to the Posting Number noted above.
Requests for reasonable accommodations at the interview under the Americans with
Disabilities Act must be submitted in writing to the ADA Coordinator (Director, Human  Resources) at least 48 hours prior to the interview.   

 

PLEASE NOTE- Erie 1 BOCES has transitioned COMPLETELY to the RecruitFront platform for all open positions.  Once you complete your application within the system, you will be able to apply for any vacant positions within the District in the future.

Studies show that women and members of some groups are more likely to underestimate their qualifications for a position. At Erie 1 BOCES we are on a journey to create a more inclusive and equitable organization, which includes our commitment to shape a more inclusive and diverse work and school community. We recognize that a diverse representation in our organization is an essential step. Applicants who identify with a historically underrepresented group, including but not limited to BIPOC (Black/African American, Indigenous/Native American, Persons of Color), Hispanic/Latina, LGBTQ+, Women, and/or individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.

 

Job Category
Nursing
Job Location
Maryvale

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