NCECBVI - LPN (Licensed Pratical Nurse)

ESU 4, representing school districts in Johnson, Nemaha, Otoe, Pawnee, and Richardson Counties, is accepting applications for a Residential Coordinator at NCECBVI in Nebraska City. ESU 4 offers an outstanding salary and benefit package. For more information regarding this position, please contact Dr. Tanya Armstrong. View the complete job description.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of consultation protocol and process of calling on LEAs, ESUs, parents, and the medical community; basic technology for documentation and communication; educating students with disabilities; and the requirements and procedures regarding the administration of medical services.
• Basic skills related to problem-solving, time management, organization, and communication; public/community relations; self-motivated and self-starter; flexible; and work cooperatively with others as a team player.
• Effective communication skills and ability to establish and maintain professional working relationships with staff and parents.
• Ability to effectively train others; operate a personal computer in order to complete all functions of daily operations and communication related to the job position; learn current technology devices and applications specific for those with disabilities; physical ability to lift, team lift and/or transfer students.
• Coordinate with other professional and support staff in providing best practices for students; involvement in professional development activities and network with others; and maintain confidentiality of student records.
• Completion of required training including: State of Nebraska Defensive Driving Course; Suicide Prevention Course; and other trainings as required for the position.
• Represent the Nebraska Center for the Education of Children Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired in a professional manner in dress, attitude, and actions.
  

PRIMARY FUNCTION:

• Provide for medical needs of students enrolled at NCECBVI; provide training, and act as a resource for all NCECBVI staff, parents, and school districts regarding medical issues.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Set up and administer routine medications, injections, and/or enteral feedings as prescribed by a physician.
2. Administer all emergency first aid and medical needs to students according to standard routine procedures.
3. Document all services provided to standard procedure.
4. Coordinate and consult with orientation and mobility specialist, speech pathologist, occupational therapist, physical therapist, residential, and other staff members regarding medical/physical related student activities.
5. Assist parents with receiving medical, counseling, or other needed services. 
6. Implement Dr.’s orders from students’ family physicians and/or specialists.
7. Provide input and monitor individual student health plans as required by collaborating with parents, physicians and staff members.
8. Learn and regularly review emergency student information that is continually revised and updated to be readily available for first responders. 
9. As needed, provide student information regarding current medical status and concerns to the Nebraska Center for the Education of Children Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired staff.
10. Provide in-service training for ESU4/Nebraska Center for the Education of Children Who Are Blind or Visually Impaired staff such as medication administration, Stop the Bleed, etc.
11. Participate in student IEPs and MDTs as needed including developing student health plans.
12. Coordinate therapy programs to include weekly communication and working with the physical therapist and occupational therapist.
13. Communicate with NCECBVI School Nurse, ESU 4 Nursing Staff, and State of Nebraska/Department of Education nursing affiliates to remain up-to-date on current medical regulations and legislation. 
14. Serve on ESU4 and NCECBVI committees as requested regarding health, wellness, and safety/crisis.
15. Participate in professional development opportunities when appropriate.
16. Other duties as assigned.

SALARY/WORK HOURS:

• Negotiable
• 185 day school year work agreement
• Afternoon/Evening Shift (Part-time)

Educational Service Unit 4 is an equal opportunity employer offering employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, or disability. This job description summary does not imply that these are the only duties to be performed. This job description is subject to change in response to funding variables, emerging technologies, improved operating procedures, productivity factors, and unforeseen circumstances.

Applications will be open until the position is filled. Start day will align with the beginning of the 2024-2025 school year. Please send a request for the application form. Any questions regarding the application process can be directed to:

NCECBVI
824 10th Ave.; PO Box 129
Nebraska City, NE 68410
800.826.4355