LPN/Individual Care Aide
The service of a LPN/individual care aide can be purchased to supplement the program of a student placed in any special education class option. Actual cost is based on average salary/fringe benefits of staff.
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The service must be specified on the IEP. The LPN/individual care aide would provide medical assistance/support based on the student's Health Care Plan. The LPN could also assist students in activities of daily living skills. Sharing of LPN aide is encouraged.
211.000 Special Education Class 6:1:2
212.000 Special Education Class 12:1:1
213.000 Special Education Class 6:1:1
214.000 Special Education Class 9:1:3
218.000 Special Education Class 8:1:1
- Must indicate on IEP LPN services
- Provide updated medical information/records
- Provide medical equipment (if applicable)
BOCES Responsibilities:
- Provide supervision
- Keep daily nursing notes
- Provide staff development on related issues
- Perform formal evaluation of LPN
- Develop and monitor Health Care Plan
- Develop and maintain emergency protocols
- Review scripts
- Work collaboratively with the host building nurse