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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – School Setting
Pay: Starting at $28/hr
Shift: Days
Job Type: Full time/ Part Time/ Per Diem
Job Summary
We are seeking a compassionate, dependable, and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide nursing care and health support to students in a school setting. The ideal candidate will be responsible for supporting students' health needs, administering medications as authorized, monitoring student well-being, and assisting with the management of chronic health conditions in accordance with provider orders, school policies, and applicable regulations.
This is an excellent opportunity for an LPN who enjoys working with children and wants to make a positive impact on students' health, safety, and educational experience.
Responsibilities
- Provide nursing care and health services to students during the school day.
- Monitor students for signs of illness, injury, or changes in health status.
- Administer medications and treatments as authorized and in accordance with applicable policies and procedures.
- Assist students with chronic health conditions, including diabetes, asthma, seizure disorders, and other medical needs, as applicable.
- Maintain accurate, confidential student health records and nursing documentation.
- Respond to medical emergencies and provide appropriate first aid within the scope of practice.
- Communicate with parents/guardians, school staff, and supervising healthcare professionals regarding student health needs, as appropriate.
- Support individualized healthcare plans and emergency care plans.
- Promote a safe, healthy, and supportive school environment.
- Follow infection control procedures, safety standards, and applicable nursing regulations.
- Perform other nursing duties within the LPN scope of practice as assigned.
Qualifications
- Current, active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in New York
- Previous experience working with children or in a school, pediatric, or community health setting preferred.
- Current CPR/BLS certification, as required by the employer.
- Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills.
- Ability to remain calm and respond appropriately in urgent situations.
- Compassionate, patient, professional, and dependable.
- Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, teachers, and healthcare professionals.
- Successful completion of required background checks and other school employment clearances.
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