LPN

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

(Required for first day of work)

• Knowledge of general medical practices and specifically best practices in working with students (age birth-21)who are deaf, hard of hearing, blind, visually impaired, and deafblind 
• Ability to listen, communicate clearly, and solve problems
• Ability to develop and maintain excellent relationships with a broad range of constituents 
• Ability to function as a member of a team with the ability to see and accept (not necessarily agree with) other's perspective
• Ability to comply with data collection, reporting timeframes, and records management requirements
• Self-motivated and able to work with limited supervision
• Ability and desire to be an active learner of American Sign Language (ASL)
• Willingness to adapt communication and language to work with a variety of students and staff
• Adhere to confidentiality of sensitive and Federally protected information

 Minimum qualifications (Education and Experience):

• An Associate's Degree in Nursing or licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) is required. 
• Being a certified CPR trainer is desirable. 
• Experience working with individuals who have disabilities is desirable.