Position Title: Substitute Licensed Practical Nurse
Classification: Licensed Practical Nurse
Salary Range: Hourly, $25.66-$33.96, Before PERS. Please ask us about how you can earn a 5% ASL (American Sign Language) Bilingual Differential!
Representation: SEIU Represented
Type: Academic Year- On-call/As needed- No set schedule or set working hours. OSD operates 24 hrs a day Sunday-Thursday during the Academic Year.
This position may be used to fill more than one Licensed Practical Nurse Substitute position.
We plan on starting interviews soon after candidates begin applying and may close the posting prior to September 25, 2023 (no earlier than 10 calendar days from the posting date) if we have received an optimal number of qualified candidates.
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Our Agency Mission and Office Culture:
The Oregon Department of Education’s (ODE’s) mission is to foster equity and excellence for every learner through collaboration with educators, partners, and communities. In fulfilling its mission, ODE has the vision to ensure all students have access to and benefit from a world-class, well–rounded, and equitable education system.
The Oregon School for the Deaf (OSD) provides 24-hour service, care and education for approximately 120 deaf and hard-of-hearing students who reside in Oregon from K-12 grades and an adult transition program.
What you will do!
Our Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Substitute works with our supervising nurse in carrying out prescribed orders to meet the students’ medical needs.The LPN is a member of the student health services team and cares for the physical and emotional well‐being of the students.
LPN’s are a critical part of OSD’s Health services and are a support service to the student population. The program provides nursing care, medical screening, diagnosis, treatment, and follow‐up care as needed. The nursing staff provides 24 hour infirmary care to protect, promote, and improve the health of school age children. Nurses at OSD will utilize ASL for interactions with staff, students and parents. Sign language communication is essential to communicate at OSD.
Typical daily tasks include:
Respond to all medical emergencies of the students.
Direct care of the students' health care needs of both verbal and nonverbal students who may or may not be able to demonstrate illness and/or injury through traditional methods.
Prepare and dispense prescribed medications to students. Perform prescribed treatments.
Complete documentation, maintenance of medical records, paperwork (field trips, screenings, filing, etc.).
Participate in the formulation, development, implementation and evaluation of health care plans for the students and other nursing as necessary for the safety and well-being of the students
Receive shift report. Count narcotics. Survey needed supplies and restocking of supplies. Perform receptionist duties (i.e., answer phone, sign in students, transport students, make appointments, attend staff meetings, in-service programs, and committee meetings as assigned).
Assist with housekeeping duties as needed, cleaning (i.e. maintain examination, clean patient care areas, laundry), dorm coverage and other duties as assigned.
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Minimum Qualifications (Need to have):
You must possess a valid Oregon Practical Nurse License at the time of appointment.
Desired Attributes (Nice to have):
Candidates who are the most competitive will possess a compelling combination of the following background, skills, and experience:
Knowledge of pediatric nursing.
Current CPR/1st aid certification (or the ability to obtain prior to start date)
Experience in creating and maintaining a work environment that is respectful and accepting of diversity among team members and the people we serve.
While ASL is not required for our LPNs, we encourage our LPN staff to obtain ASL certification at Level 2. Those staff obtaining certification at Level 2 are eligible for a five percent (5%) bilingual differential.
We are most interested in finding the best candidate for the job. We would encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every one of our qualifications listed.
Mandatory Working Conditions and Working/Hiring Considerations:
The employee in this position is required to pass a criminal history background and fingerprint-based criminal history record check as required by ORS 326.603 and OAR 581-022-0716. Knowledge of pediatric nursing and ability to work as a team member. Ability to give emotional support to the students. Possession of valid Oregon practical nurse license, Oregon Driver’s License, first-aid certificate and CPR card. OSD-based nurses are required to use sign language at OSD. The expected sign language level for this position is Level 2 on the ASLP1 within 6 months of employment. This position is on call/substitute/as needed and will be required to work a variety of shifts with minimal notice.
Our amazing benefits include:
Excellent medical, vision and dental benefit package for the employee and qualified family members with very low monthly out-of-pocket cost
Paid days off –
Some Paid Holidays, prorated and based on hours worked.
Paid time off for personal business and vacation, prorated and based on hours worked.
Sick leave, prorated and based on hours worked.
In addition to standard medical benefits and employee leave, the state also provides additional optional benefits, such as basic life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, deferred compensation savings program, and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care expenses. Insurance costs will vary for part time and on call positions.
Student Loan Forgiveness Program: if you have federal student loan debt or are thinking of going back to school, then you will want to look into this program. If you make 120 qualifying payments on your student loan while working full time for a qualifying employer, your student loan debt may be forgiven.
If you currently work at an Oregon school district or education service district, we may be able to transfer in your sick leave balance!
If you have a desire to make a difference in the lives of Oregonians, apply today!
To apply:
Your cover letter and resume are the perfect opportunity to highlight your interest in the position and showcase your skills and experience that make you the best candidate for the position.
Upload a resume
Include your LPN License number
Application Tips:
Your resume and cover letter may be uploaded in the Resume/CV field on the online application. Failure to attach a cover letter and resume may result in the disqualification of your application.
In addition to your related work experience and education, we will use the attributes and minimum qualifications listed under the “What we are looking for” section above to determine whom to interview. Please make sure the attributes and minimum qualifications you possess are clearly demonstrated in your resume and cover letter.
Important: Please monitor both your email and Workday account for updates regarding this recruitment. You may be asked to submit additional information after initial application.
External Applicants: Click on the “Apply” button and submit your resume and cover letter. Please make sure to attach all required documents in the section titled Resume/CV. View this video for help.
Internal Applicants: (this includes Current State of Oregon employees): Apply via your employee Workday account. View this job aid for help.
Please contact ode.jobs@ode.oregon.gov if you have any questions on the application process.
