What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Nurse (LPN) position at New Story Schools?
At New Story Schools, we serve students ages 5–21 with autism and emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Guided by individualized learning, therapeutic integration, and collaboration, we empower students to grow and prepare for meaningful adult lives. Join our team and help students write their new story.
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at New Story Schools, you will support student health and wellness by providing compassionate, high-quality care throughout the school day. You’ll assist with medication administration, first aid, and health monitoring under the direction of a Certified School Nurse or physician. Your calm, caring presence will help ensure students can focus on learning in a safe, supportive environment.
What You’ll Need
As a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) at New Story Schools, you will support student health and wellness by providing compassionate, high-quality care throughout the school day. You’ll assist with medication administration, first aid, and health monitoring under the direction of a Certified School Nurse or physician. Your calm, caring presence will help ensure students can focus on learning in a safe, supportive environment.
What You’ll Need
- Current Pennsylvania Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
- Experience providing nursing care to children or adolescents
- Knowledge of common medical conditions, medication administration, and infection control procedures
- Strong communication, organization, and documentation skills
- Ability to remain calm and effective during medical or behavioral emergencies
- Provide basic nursing care, first aid, and health support to students during the school day
- Administer medications and document care according to physician orders and school policies
- Monitor students with chronic conditions and report changes in health status to the Certified School Nurse
- Support staff with student health needs and communicate effectively with families when appropriate
- Assist with maintaining a clean, safe, and compliant health office environment
- Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
- Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
- Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
- 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
- Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you