Classified Procedure Nurse

Where

Reno, NV

What you'll be doing

Assist certified school nurses by assuming care for students who require specialized nursing procedures and one-to-one continuous licensed nursing services. May be required to provide continuous care and monitoring for student at all times during the school day, including transportation rides to and from school and to respond to emergency situations. Perform medically ordered health care procedures including, but not limited to gastrostomy tube feedings; catheterizations, colostomy and ileostomy care, tracheostomy suctioning and emergency tracheostomy tube replacement, diabetes care and insulin injections; assist with maneuvering wheelchairs and other health care equipment. Follow all health directives as defined by the certified school nurse and in accordance with the individual student health care plan.

What your background should be

Three years of recent hospital, home health or community health as a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse is desirable. Knowledge of nursing functions and procedures according to the nursing scope of practice as defined by Nevada state board of nursing; healthcare provider CPR. Skill at licensed nursing services for students in an education-based setting; handling emergency situations with sound health care decisions and according to the individual student health care plan; ability to communicate and work cooperatively with certified school nurses and other regular and ancillary school personnel using tact, patience and diplomacy.

Required Schooling / Training

Equivalent to a high school diploma and licensed practical or registered nurse degree from an accredited school of nursing required.

Who is the client company

Concern about educational services.
If you are interested in this position, send your resume to apply@kochdavis.com