Substitute LPN, Licensed Practical Nurse

The Utica City School District’s mission is to ensure that all students succeed and are well-rounded, with knowledge, skills, and character to be productive members of society.

The District’s vision is that students can reach their goals and find academic success through a variety of pathways and with different levels of support. 

About the Utica City School District:

The Utica City School District serves a community of approximately 64,500 city residents in an urban and multi- cultural environment with a current enrollment of roughly 9,644 students in its 13 schools __ Proctor High School, Donovan Middle School, JFK Middle School and 10 elementary schools. The District’s greatest asset is its diversity, with more than 50 languages spoken and 16% of students being English language learners. 

Elementary -  The District’s elementary schools integrate a vibrant curriculum across all grade levels and subject areas, aligning with the New York State Learning Standards. The District is also investing in the realignment of math goals, instruction and curriculum to focus on research-based best practices in mathematics that are proven to increase student performance outcomes. In all subject areas, there is an understanding that developing foundational skills will support students in bridging gaps in learning. Students are provided with a well-rounded curriculum focused on fostering academic and social/emotional competencies that will carry them through their academic career.

Middle School -  The focus at the District’s middle schools is to ensure that students are provided with equitable opportunities to successfully transition from elementary to high school. Both middle schools offer opportunities for students to succeed at every learning level, with dedicated classes for English Language Learners and students with disabilities, as well as honors/advanced studies. The Family and Career Sciences and Technology programs have incorporated science, technology, engineering and math topics into each curriculum to help prepare students for the Career and Technical Education opportunities available at the high school.

High School - Proctor High School provides numerous avenues for students to achieve the District’s vision. This is accomplished through supportive and adaptive special education and English language learner programming, a robust honors and Advanced Placement curriculum, and partnerships with post-secondary institutions including Mohawk Valley Community College and Syracuse University’s Project Advance. The District most recently embarked upon a groundbreaking initiative working with community and business partners to create innovative Career and Technical Education programming for its high school students. Proctor’s Naval Junior Reserve Officers Training Corp (NJROTC), music, art and drama programs, along with numerous extracurricular activities and athletics, offer additional avenues to showcase students’ talents and interests and support them throughout their school experience.

DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS:

This position involves responsibility to provide routine sub-professional nursing care of students in accordance with detailed and well-defined policies, rules and regulations. Employees assist a Registered Professional Nurse or other Supervisor, in providing health care. The work requires the understanding of, and fill in, routine nursing practices, but does not require the exercise of professional judgment called for in the position of Registered Professional Nurse. The work is performed under the supervision of either a Registered Professional Nurse or other Supervisor. Does related work as required. 

TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES: (Illustrative only)

• Provides routine sub-professional nursing care;
• Keeps attendance records, health records and related documents;
• Provides first aid treatment following accidents or other incidents;
• Completes health insurance forms for students and district employees, where appropriate;
• Notifies parents and family physician of accidents or other health problems of students;
• Arranges transportation for sick or injured students and employees to their homes, hospital, or physician's office;
• Administers medications as prescribed by a physician;
• Arranges for physicals and maintains health records for students;
• Maintains an inventory of health office supplies and equipment;
• Takes blood pressure and temperature, notes the rate of pulse and respiration, and observes and records other signs and symptoms as directed;
• Writes up daily reports, charts nursing notes and communicates patient information to supervisor(s).

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES and PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS:

• Working knowledge of practical nursing techniques and their relation to medical procedures;
• Working knowledge of health office sanitation and hygiene;
• Ability to interpret written, narrative and tabular materials;
• Ability to communicate effectively in the office or over the phone, as well as in writing;
• Ability to maintain accurate records;
• Clerical aptitude, tact and good judgement are required;
• Ability to get along with others;
• The employee's physical and mental conditions shall be commensurate with the demands of the position, either with or without reasonable accommodations. 

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, INCLUDING SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Possession of a current and valid New York State License as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS, INCLUDING SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:

• License as a Licensed Practical Nurse must be maintained throughout employment;
• Possession and maintenance of an appropriate level, valid New York State Driver's License at the time of appointment; and,
• Any position involving contact with children/students will require a background and fingerprinting check before employment commences.
• Per Chapter 180 of the Laws of 2000, and by the Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, to be employed in a position designated by a school district or BOCES as involving direct contact with students, a clearance for employment from the State  Education Department is required. 
• Substitute LPNs may be asked to assist multiple buildings in one day, work one-on-one with a student, or assist in the School Nurse Office. 

*All interested candidates must apply through our online platform: https://uticaschools.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx

The Utica City School District will only accept applications through this site. Please note, you must create an online account in order to apply. If you have questions relating to the application process, please contact Chief Human Resources Officer, Sara Klimek at sklimek@uticaschools.org. *

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer which fully and actively supports equal access for all regardless of Race, Color, Weight, National Origin, Ethnic Group, Religion, Religious Practice, Disability, Sexual Orientation, Gender, Age, Veteran Status or Genetic Information.

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