25-26 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Description

Education / Training :

Licensed Practical Nurse

Certification :

State of Wisconsin, Special Education certification is required by the successful candidate. There is a fee of $100.00 for a five-year license and renewals are necessary as long as you remain in Special Education.

Experience :

• 2 or more years experience working with children preferred.
• 2 or more years experience in primary care or home health settings preferred.
• CPR certification
• First aid training

Physical Demands :

Safety : Employee is responsible for taking all steps necessary to protect yourself and others against occupational accidents, injuries, and illnesses. Employee is responsible for ensuring all work performed meets the highest industry standards and is done in compliance with all local, state and federal requirements.

The above statements are intended to describe the essential functions and related requirements of persons assigned to this job. They are not intended as an exhaustive list of job duties, responsibilities, and requirements. Nothing in this job description restricts the administration’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. This job description is subject to change at any time.

Qualifications

Education / Training :

Licensed Practical Nurse

Certification :

State of Wisconsin, Special Education certification is required by the successful candidate. There is a fee of $100.00 for a five year license and renewals are necessary as long as you remain in Special Education.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities :

1. Familiar with organization and operation of school.

2. Ability to work well with students, staff, and public.

3. Ability to work well with medically fragile students.

4. Ability to work with students who communicate in non-conventional manners / systems.

5. Ability to organize and prioritize work load.

6. Work with little or no direct supervision using a standardized protocol.

7. Good independent judgment in routine and non-routine situations.

8. Willingness and ability to follow detailed verbal and written directives.

9. Good oral and written communication skills.

10. Must be creative in problem solving.

11. Must be a positive role model for students.

12. Must be dependable and punctual with excellent attendance.

13. Must be aware of sensitive to the needs of students.

14. Must be willing to update educational skills.

15. Must have the physical stamina to work with students with physical handicaps, i.e., reach, stoop / kneel, crouch / crawl, push / pull, lift / carry, climb / balance and run / walk.

16. Must have satisfactory evaluations.

Candidate Requirements

Additional Requirements