Job Description
LPN School Health Nurse Extender
Forsyth County Department of Public Health is searching for an LPN to join the School Health Team. This Full-Time Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) School Health (SH) Nurse Extender works 10-months each year. An LPN SH Nurse Extender plays a crucial role in promoting student health and well-being within the educational environment. Key responsibilities include assisting a team of SH Registered Nurses (RNs) to conduct health assessments, administer first aid and medication, perform medical procedures, provide health education to students and staff, collaborating with healthcare providers and families to implement care plans for students with special health needs, maintaining accurate health care records, conducting home visits to follow up with parents about student health concerns at school (a county vehicle would be available to use for making any home visits), and supporting initiatives that promote a healthy school environment. Additionally...