LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 48008227 Date: Jan 15, 2025 The State Personnel System is an E-Verify employer. For more information click on our E-Verify Website (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/workforce\_operations/human\_resource\_management/for\_job\_applicants/e\_verify) . Requisition No: 844919 Agency: School for the Deaf & Blind Working Title: LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE - 48008227 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 48008227 Salary: $27,502.80 - $32,002.80 Posting Closing Date: 01/30/2025 Total Compensation Estimator Tool (https://compcalculator.myflorida.com/) Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind (FSDB) Licensed Practical Nurse (Career Service) Position Number 48008227 Department: Health Care Center Day Shift; 5:00am to 1:30pm Who are we? FSDB is a state public school available at no cost to eligible pre-K and K-12 students who are deaf/hard of hearing, blind/visually impaired or deafblind, including boarding and transportation services. FSDB is nationally recognized for its comprehensive educational services, designed for the unique communication and accessibility needs of students. FSDB also provides educational outreach programs for children ages 0-5 and their families. The FSDB experience provides students with the edge to do more, be more, and achieve more. How you will make an impact The incumbent in this position provides health services to students according to physician standing orders, nursing clinical guidelines, Health Care Center (HCC) policies and procedures. + Provides direct patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse/Supervisor/Administrator of Allied Health Services. Care provided is within the scope of a Licensed Practical Nurse and takes into account the age specific competencies related to caring for a deaf, blind and special needs population of students ranging in age from 3 years to 22 years of age. Establishes a good rapport with students, treats them as individuals, and relates to them in an age-appropriate manner. Demonstrates positive alternatives to student’s inappropriate behaviors using self as a role model. Carries out assigned patient interventions as ordered. Administers medications and treatments and carries out assigned medication processing, distribution and monitoring, responsibilities within the scope of practical nursing practice and per HCC policy. Identifies basic health care needs, responds therapeutically in assisting students to meet health care needs. Identifies basic hygiene and activity of daily living needs. Assists students with personal hygiene and activities of daily living and provides age appropriate health care teaching to enable student to reach and maintain an appropriate level of self-care. Observes, reports and documents and communicates pertinent information about students in written and electronic form to parents, other nursing staff, physicians and interdepartmentally per policy. Supervises students to various areas within the HCC and escorts students to other areas of the health center and to other agencies as directed. Utilizes and maintains all record keeping systems such as medical charts, flow sheets, reports and intake forms. Collects health care data, utilizes and maintains health data information in health data management system. + Maintains a safe and therapeutic environment. Ensures that all student patients are always accounted for. Maintains patient confidentiality at all times. Understands and utilizes principles of asepsis in carrying out daily responsibilities. Recognizes environmental safety hazards and takes appropriate action. + Assists with overall function of the unit. Stocks supplies as assigned. Attends staff meetings and participates in decision making about problems and changes. Orients new LPNs to the HCC and shift routines. + Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities + Knowledge of anatomy and physiology; + Knowledge of practical nursing principles, practices and techniques; + Knowledge of state and federal statutes regulating the practice of nursing; + Knowledge of safety measures and infection control principles; + Ability to successfully complete Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers; + Ability to identify emergency and crisis situations, triage and prioritize work tasks; + Ability to communicate expressively and receptively in an effective manner orally, manually, electronically and in written form with Deaf or Hard of Hearing, blind, special needs, hearing and /or sighted students, families and professionals; + Ability to maintain a Valid State of Florida Driver's License and meet FSDB requirements to operate a state vehicle according to the Transportation Policy; + Ability to learn and follow nursing, HCC, and FSDB policies and procedures; + Ability to maintain safety while providing a therapeutic environment for students; + Ability to complete training and administer skills acquired during CPR and CPI; + Ability to attain sign language proficiency level in accordance with FSDB O.P.P.1.24; Qualifications Licensure as a practical nurse in accordance with Florida Statute 464 or eligible to practice nursing in accordance with Florida Administrative Code 210-8.22 or 8.27. Sign Language Requirements: Applicants who are selected for hire will be required to attain Intermediate proficiency in sign language, within four years of hire. Please note: FSDB provides education to acquire sign language skills. Hiring Salary Range: 10 month position: $27,502.80 - $32,002.80 annually (paid biweekly over 26-pays) This range is inclusive of verified experience and education. Hours: Monday - Friday from 5:00am to 1:30pm Vision FSDB will prepare each student for a lifetime of success. Mission The mission of FSDB is to utilize all available talent, energy, and resources to provide free appropriate public education for eligible sensory impaired students of Florida. As a school of academic excellence, the school shall strive to provide students an opportunity to access education services in caring, safe, unique learning environment to prepare them to be literate, employable, and independent lifelong learners. The school shall provide outreach services that include collaboration with district school boards and shall encourage input from students, staff, parents, and the community. As a diverse organization, the school shall foster respect and understanding for each individual. (Section 1002.36, Florida Statutes) Values Integrity & Respect – The FSDB community is a cohesive group that serves with honor, care, kindness and responsibility. Safety & Security – The FSDB community is committed to the protection and well-being of stakeholders. Innovation – The FSDB community welcomes change and embraces a continuous improvement mindset to encourage new methods to solve problems and foster creativity and growth. Trust – The FSDB community is committed to high quality services and accountability through honest, reliable and consistent actions. Our benefits include: + Automatic enrollment into the Florida Retirement System. + Medical insurance coverage is $90 per pay period for family coverage; $25 per pay period for employee only. + Life insurance $25,000 is provided by the state at no cost to you for all FTE positions. Employees may purchase additional coverage. + Low-cost supplemental benefit packages that include dental, vision, and much more. + Professional development opportunities and ability to learn American Sign Language on campus at no cost. + Tuition waiver program – earn up to 6 credit hours per semester at state universities. + Biweekly accrual up to four (4) hours of sick leave and annual leave. + Paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year. How You Will Grow FSDB provides staff members with opportunities to grow professionally, enhancing their ability to support students' growth. School- and state-required training and skills development is offered both online and in-person for academic and non-academic staff members. Condition of Employment Applicants under consideration for employment at the Florida School for the Deaf and the Blind will be required to complete background investigation. Fingerprints will be taken and sent to the Florida Department of Law Enforcement and the Federal Bureau of Investigation for a background check of your criminal history record(s) at the state and national level. FSDB is a drug-free workplace. TO APPLY: Applications accepted through People First only. An attached resume is not a substitute for the information required on the application. It is the responsibility of all applicants to keep their application current. All members of the Florida Retirement System are required to contribute 3% of their salary on a pre-tax basis. To access additional information please log on to https://jobs.myflorida.com/joblist.html and in Keywords enter 48008227 Take this opportunity to make a difference in a student’s life and become part of a great School. Apply today! The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace. Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735). Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation. The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace. All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.0455, F.S., Drug-Free Workplace Act. VETERANS’ PREFERENCE. Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans’ Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply. Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements. Candidates claiming Veterans’ Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code. Veterans’ Preference documentation requirements are available by clickinghere (http://www.dms.myflorida.com/content/download/97612/566545) . All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement. Location: ST AUGUSTINE, FL, US, 32084 Nearest Major Market:Jacksonville