School Nurse Jobs in Wisconsin

Job Summary

Milwaukee Public Schools is actively recruiting qualified candidates for the School Nurse Associate (LPN) position.

The School Nurse Associate (LPN) provides nursing care for students with chronic or special health care needs in the elementary, middle and high school setting under the direction and supervision of a Milwaukee Public Schools Nursing Supervisor.

Applications for School Nurse Associate (LPN) are being accepted by the Office of Human Resources. All applicants must upload the following items to the application:

• Current resume
• Official conferred college transcripts from an accredited college or university
• One (1) letter of recommendation which must be dated within the last 12 months and signed by the author of the letter

If you are unable to electronically attach these documents, please email them to Evan Close (closeem@milwaukee.k12.wi.us).

How To Apply

Interested applicants should complete all sections of the application including the online submission of a current resume, all conferred degree transcripts and one (1) letter of recommendation dated within the last year and signed by the author.

Please apply directly on the Milwaukee Public Schools Employment Website: www.mpsmke.com; Careers; Join Our Team; Apply Online for Classified/Other Positions

Any questions or concerns regarding School Nurse Associate (LPN) Job Posting #1032599 can be directed to Donna Edwards at edwardd@milwaukee.k12.wi.us.

Responsibilities

• Performs direct intervention tasks such as taking vital signs, performing CPR/AED and utilizing child specific emergency protocol as required, and appropriate management of illness/injury of students according to Red Cross and MPS policies, and insuring the safety of students and self utilizing medical aids and or body mechanics to turn, transfer, or ambulate students.
• Reinforces teaching provided by registered nurse to students, and facilitates student compliance with health screening programs suggested by School Nurse and/or School Nurse Supervisors.
• Identifies and reports notable changes in a student's medical condition or need for medical attention due to illness, accident, injury or general observation to either the School Nurse Supervisor or Principal.
• Reports to the School Nurse Supervisor any safety hazards which would jeopardize the student while in transit to and/or from home or school.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Eligible applicants MUST:

• Licensure through National Council for State Boards of Nursing
• LPN Credentials Only
• Must be CPR certified
• One year of hands on experience providing nursing care to children is required
• Must be able to physically perform all duties including lifting up to 50 pounds
• Must have effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
• Must hold a valid Wisconsin's driver's license at time of appointment (and throughout employment) and availability of a properly insured personal automobile for use on the job (car allowance provided)

Pay, Benefits, & Work Schedule

The salary range for the Full-Time School Nurse Associate (LPN) position starts at $40,745.91 and increases according to a set salary schedule which is based on years of work experience as a fully licensed Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).

This work schedule for this position is 10-month/189 work days during the school year.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.