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Text 5020 to 765-523-4622 to Quick Apply for this School Based LPN opportunity! Pay starts at $20 an hour or more! Schedule: Monday-Friday 8:30-4:30 Focusing on Whole-Person Healthcare Meridian Health Services is a progressive healthcare organization that believes in treating the whole-person integrating physical, mental and social well-being to help people achieve their optimum health. This approach connects treatments and doctors working together to heal both the body and mind for total well-being. We are currently seeking a full time School Based Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for our School Based program located in Delaware County. Key Responsibilities of a School Based LPN: * Responds to requests from students/caregivers/clients concerning the effectiveness of medications, side-effects, special precautions or problems with medication and consults with medical staff as appropriate to provide directions on changes/modifications to the prescribed medication regimens. * Oversee documentation in Medication Administration Record (MAR) and provide corrections as necessary. * Document as appropriate in the school-based record and the MHS electronic system if a MHS patient visit takes place. * Phone in prescription orders to pharmacies as directed by medical staff. * Review lab and test results, reporting concerns and abnormal results to medical staff. * Obtain medical histories and do physical assessments as directed by medical staff. Including vital signs and other point-of-care testing. Provide health screenings as needed and direct students/clients to appropriate integrated medical care services. * Administer injectable medications as ordered by medical staff. * Provide as needed, educational groups, and one-on-one teaching to students/their caregivers and clients concerning their medications, diagnosis and health related issues. * Complete required clinical documents for review/approval by a member of the medical staff. * Participate in reviews and modifications of students/clients' services during treatment planning. * Assist with maintenance of student health records, providing annual screenings, testing and follow up on immunizations through the Indiana Department of Education. * Function as a liaison with students/caregivers with emergency room, physician offices, pharmacies, and the MHS Provider (if a patient) to clarify medication order, obtain proper prescriptions, labs, testing, and referrals and obtain appointments as needed. * Complete other documentation to ensure accurate and timely information for client and third-party billing. * Up to 10% travel for training and coverage at other locations as needed. We are seeking School Based LPN candidates with the following qualities: * Must be a Licensed Practical Nurse who has successfully completed an Accredited Nursing Program and is currently licensed by the State of Indiana. * Valid drivers license, proof of auto insurance, reliable transportation, and a driving record meeting Meridian's driving policy * Two (2) years nursing experience required Meridian Health Services provides the following benefits to qualified School Based LPN candidates: * Health, dental, vision plans * Voluntary benefits, including critical illness, short term disability, etc. * 401k with company contribution * Generous PTO plan * Wellness plan * Paid Holidays * Life balance oriented organization Drug screen, TB test, extensive background check, and fingerprinting are required of all Meridian employees. Meridian Health Services recommends that all individuals who join Meridian have a flu shot and Covid vaccination to further protect our staff and the patients we serve. We also adhere to Covid-related protocol including wearing masks, social distancing, and sanitizing. Meridian Health Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/D/V) and also participates in E-Verify.