Licensed Practical Nurse

2 weeks ago

Minneapolis, United States Minneapolis Schools Full time

Below is specific information for you to consider about this position.

Job Title: Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)- Candidate Pool (2024-2025) and Requisition ID number: 101201

Close Date: 11:59 PM on

Organizational Unit: Health Services (10000190)

Site: Davis Center (0001)

FTE: TBD; this is based on full-time equivalency with 1.0 being full time

Union: AFSCME(29)

Functional Area: Paraprofessional

Resume and Cover Letter are mandatory to apply for any position.

**This posting serves to collect an applicant pool for future Licensed Practical Nurse positions for the 2024-2025 school year. Positions may be full or part time. If you are selected for an interview, you will be contacted directly by someone from the hiring team when there are positions available.**

SUMMARY

Under general supervision, Licensed Practical Nurses provide basic public school nursing services in the examination and treatment of patients; as well as promote, maintain and restore good health at Minneapolis Public Schools (MPS) facilities. Incumbents provide nursing care to students and participate in the health program for the general school population; including students with physically handicapping conditions. Additionally, incumbents administer medications to students by nebulizer, gastrostomy tube, or rectal valium; maintain current files of student emergency cards; assist with vision, hearing, and scoliosis screening of students; assist with daily routine care of students who have a physical handicap; and perform lab work to test blood sugar.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Principal responsibilities may include:

  • Providing general and special health counseling, patient care instructions, and treatment services to students and MPS staff, as well as responding to emergencies in compliance with MPS policies and quality standards.
  • Supporting and enhancing the patients' physical and emotional stability; explaining nature of illness, plan of care, procedures, and treatments to patient, family and significant others.
  • Performing nursing procedures, first aid, and prescribed medicines and medical treatments; observing and assessing patients' conditions and behavior; monitoring patients for adverse effects, and verifying patient safety and stability; reporting significant changes to supervisor or physician.
  • Interviewing and observing patients to ascertain medical history and current condition; reviewing patients' records, taking vital signs, assessing current condition and pain level; administering medications as authorized; recording nursing notes on patient chart; and conferring and collaborating with other health care professionals to provide continuum of care.
  • Screening students for a variety of health care and environmental issues; tracking/evaluating infection control problems; and following-up with clients according to protocols.
  • Preparing correspondence, referrals, patient histories, and narrative nursing activity reports; updating and maintaining a variety of files, records, charts and other documents; and maintaining appropriate records and preparing reports as required.
  • Following MPS nursing services protocols, procedures, and authorized written medical care plans.
  • Verifying and monitoring the health and safety of students and staff in the facilities.
  • Maintaining inventory of first aid supplies and equipment; and re-ordering supplies as needed.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
  • Associate's Degree in Nursing AND two years of experience as a Certified Practical Nurse.
  • Certified Practical Nursing license with the Minnesota Board of Nursing, and the ability to maintain licesensure.
  • First Aid/CPR training. Additional health and safety training may be required.
  • Knowledge of:
    • State and Federal laws and regulatory issues governing public health, including rules and regulations of the Minnesota Department of Health and other governing agencies.
    • Modern nursing principles, techniques, and procedures for the care of patients.
    • Medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and concepts of disease.
    • Public health, safety protocols, and regional healthcare issues.
    • Nutrition and health maintenance issues for children and young adults.
    • Regional community service agencies and other governmental assistance programs.
    • Principles of record keeping, confidential records, and file management.
    • Customer service, public relations methods, and practices.


PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT

Work requires occasionally lifting such articles as file boxes or heavier material with help from others and/or lifting and carrying light objects frequently. A job in this category may require walking or standing to a significant degree or may involve sitting most of the time with long periods of computer work and heavy phone usage.

Final candidates may be invited to interview with a committee. Final appointment to this position will be contingent upon passing a criminal background check.

COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY:
Diversity is one of Minneapolis Public Schools core values and is essential to our goal of putting children first and making them college-ready. Diversity of our workforce provides us with a competitive advantage and allows us to better understand, communicate with and educate our diverse student body. Minneapolis Public Schools will not deny anyone the opportunity for training or employment because of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender or gender identity, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, disability, sexual orientation, age, family care leave status, or veteran status.

Minneapolis Public Schools strongly encourages diverse candidates to apply.

Posting Notes: | 12:01 AM On | Health Services (10000190) | Davis Center (0001) | Paraprofessional

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Minneapolis, United States Minnesota Visiting Nurse Agency Full time

    *_SUMMARY_* We are currently seeking a *LPN* to join our Jail Health Services team. This position is part-time with benefits, 56 hours per pay period, evening shift, and every other weekend. With the context of the Hennepin County Medical Center Relationship-Based Care Practice Model, under the direction of providers and/or the registered nurse, the...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Minneapolis, United States Minnesota Visiting Nurse Agency Full time

    *_SUMMARY_* We are currently seeking a *LPN*to join our Addiction Medicine Clinic team. This position is full-time with benefits, 80 hours per pay period, day/evening shift, and every other weekend. Individuals hired into this clinic are required to sign the attestation statement of freedom from substance use issues for the previous 2 years. Using an...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    7 days ago

    Minneapolis, United States Friendship Village Full time

    Community: Friendship Village of Bloomington Address: 8100 Highwood Drive Bloomington, Minnesota 55438 Pay Range Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences. At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    7 days ago

    Minneapolis, United States Lifespace Corporation Full time

    Community: Friendship Village of Bloomington Address: 8100 Highwood Drive Bloomington, Minnesota 55438 Pay Range Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences. At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    5 days ago

    Minneapolis, United States Lifespace Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCommunity: Friendship Village of Bloomington Address:  8100 Highwood Drive Bloomington, Minnesota 55438 Pay Range Live your purpose.   Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences. At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents!...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    7 days ago

    Minneapolis, United States Lifespace Communities Full time

    Community: Friendship Village of Bloomington Address: 8100 Highwood Drive Bloomington, Minnesota 55438 Pay Range Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences. At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    5 days ago

    Minneapolis, United States Lifespace Communities Full time

    Community: Friendship Village of Bloomington Address: 8100 Highwood Drive Bloomington, Minnesota 55438 Pay Range Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences. At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Hennepin County Medical Center Full time

    Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 484 bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of primary and specialty care clinics in Minneapolis and...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Minneapolis, United States Minnesota Visiting Nurse Agency Full time

    _SUMMARY - Revised_ We are currently seeking a LPN to join our Addiction Medicine Clinic team. This position is part-time with benefits, 64 hours per pay period, day/evening shift, and every other weekend. Individuals hired into this clinic are required to sign the attestation statement of freedom from substance use issues for the previous 2 years. Using...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Minneapolis, United States Minnesota Visiting Nurse Agency Full time

    *_SUMMARY - Revised_* We are currently seeking a *LPN*to join our Addiction Medicine Clinic team. This position is part-time with benefits, 64 hours per pay period, day/evening shift, and every other weekend. Individuals hired into this clinic are required to sign the attestation statement of freedom from substance use issues for the previous 2 years. ...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    6 days ago

    Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Sevita Full time

    Position: Licensed Practical Nurse - Coon Rapids, MN - 23/hrREM Minnesota Community Services, a partner of The MENTOR Network, provides services for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, Traumatic Brain Injury, Autism, and other complex needs in Anoka County.Wages start at $23.03 per hourAre you a licensed practical nurse looking for...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Hennepin County Medical Center Full time

    Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 484 bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of primary and specialty care clinics in Minneapolis and...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Hennepin County Medical Center Full time

    Hennepin Healthcare is an integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center and acute care hospital. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 484 bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of primary and specialty care clinics in Minneapolis and...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Minneapolis, United States Indian Health Board of Minneapolis Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionLicensed Practical NurseFULL-TIME | NON-EXEMPTWEEKDAYS | 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.Flexing on Tuesday evening will be required. Posted 05/13/2024Until FilledIndian Health Board of Minneapolis is a Federally Qualified Health Care Center and community clinic providing access to quality health care and wellness services. We believe the...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Minneapolis, United States Indian Health Board of Minneapolis Inc Full time

    Licensed Practical Nurse FULL-TIME | NON-EXEMPT WEEKDAYS | 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Flexing on Tuesday evening will be required. Posted 05/13/2024 Until FilledIndian Health Board of Minneapolis is a Federally Qualified Health Care Center and community clinic providing access to quality health care and wellness services. We believe the best care happens when we...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    1 week ago

    Minneapolis, United States Minnesota Visiting Nurse Agency Full time

    SUMMARY - Revised We are currently seeking a LPNto join our Addiction Medicine Clinic team. This position is part-time with benefits, 64 hours per pay period, day/evening shift, and every other weekend. Individuals hired into this clinic are required to sign the attestation statement of freedom from substance use issues for the previous 2 years. Using an...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    5 days ago

    Minneapolis, United States CareAparent Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionCOME JOIN OUR TEAM OF HEALTHCARE HEROES!CareAparent is seeking new graduates and experienced (LPN) Licensed Practical Nurses to conduct in-home visits, aide in preparation of care plans, perform medication set-ups, supervise Caregivers and CNAs, and assist with caregiver training. Our LPNs frequently travel in and around the...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    5 days ago

    Minneapolis, United States Mains'l Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionAre you looking for meaningful work where you can make a difference in the lives of others? Join Mains’l on our journey to change the world and make it a better place, one person at a time. We are Top 2022, 2023 Workplace! The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is a member of our Health and Wellness Team and provides wellness...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    2 weeks ago

    Minneapolis, MN, United States Minnesota Visiting Nurse Agency Full time

    *_SUMMARY_* We are currently seeking a *LPN* to join our Jail Health Services team. This position is part-time with benefits, 56 hours per pay period, evening shift, and every other weekend. With the context of the Hennepin County Medical Center Relationship-Based Care Practice Model, under the direction of providers and/or the registered nurse, the...

  • Licensed Practical Nurse

    7 days ago

    Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States Department Of Veterans Affairs Full time

    Summary This position serves as a member of a VHA Patient Aligned Care Team (PACT), a patient-centered medical home model of care that is accessible, timely, coordinated, continuous, comprehensive, and compassionate. The PACT LPN completes assigned duties under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, using judgement in selecting the order and sequence of...