Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Schools
WorkFit Medical Staffing•Rochester, NY
•Onsite
About The Position
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 role supports students’ health needs, administers medications as authorized, monitors student well-being, and assists with chronic health conditions in accordance with provider orders, school policies, and applicable regulations. This is an opportunity for an LPN who enjoys working with children and wants to positively affect students’ health, safety, and educational experience.
Requirements
- Current, active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in New York.
- 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.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with children or in a school, pediatric, or community health setting.
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 or 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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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