Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

LPN

Responsibilities:

• Complete health and physical development assessments of all children enrolled in services.
• Maintain a comprehensive health services program that tracks each child’s progress and promotes positive health behaviors.
• Support parents in creating a medical home that involves current immunizations, annual physical and dental examinations, and ongoing primary and preventive care.
• Maintain health records.
• Provide linkages to medical and dental services as well as assistance in obtaining health insurance.
• Screen children’s health and eyesight when necessary.
• Chair the health advisory committee.
• Provide support to the center staff regarding medical emergencies and screening children’s immediate medical needs.

Qualifications

• Nurse (LPN) with training and experience in public health, health education, maternal and child health, and health administration