Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Oak Hill School

Oak Hill/Gilead • Bristol, CT

2d • $30 - $34 • Onsite

About The Position

Oak Hill School is seeking a Classroom Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support the health, safety, and educational success of students with intellectual and developmental disabilities in its Special Education School Program. The role combines clinical nursing care with educational support, helping students participate safely in school and develop physically, emotionally, socially, and academically.

Classroom LPNs monitor student health, administer medications and treatments, implement individualized healthcare plans, respond to illness, injury, and emergencies, and maintain accurate health records. They collaborate with the Nurse Supervisor, teachers, therapists, classroom staff, families, and healthcare providers to integrate students’ medical needs into educational programming. The role includes care for students with complex medical needs, including tracheostomies and gastrostomy tubes, and requires compliance with applicable nursing regulations, school policies, and Oak Hill procedures.

The position is based in special education classrooms in Avon, Bristol, Haddam-Killingworth, Hebron, Plainville, Portland, and Hartford, Connecticut (primary and secondary). The schedule is 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Compensation is $30–$34 per hour, with a sign-on bonus of up to $4,000. The position is full-time, union, and non-exempt.

Requirements

• Active Connecticut Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
• At least three years of licensed nursing experience.
• Experience working with pediatric populations.
• Experience caring for individuals with tracheostomies and gastrostomy tubes.
• Valid driver’s license.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Strong clinical assessment, documentation, communication, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in an interdisciplinary educational and healthcare environment.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a school-based nursing environment.
• Experience in pediatric hospital or emergency department settings.
• Experience supporting children and adolescents with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
• Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary educational, clinical, and therapeutic teams.
• Knowledge of special education programs and school health regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and treatments that support student health and educational participation.
• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders, nursing standards, and school policies.
• Monitor student health and respond appropriately to illness, injury, and emergencies.
• Implement and maintain individualized healthcare plans.
• Care for students with complex medical needs, including tracheostomy and gastrostomy tube management.
• Maintain accurate and timely health records and documentation.
• Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and support staff to integrate student health needs into daily programming.
• Support student engagement, participation, and success in the classroom.
• Promote a positive, inclusive, and supportive school climate that encourages learning and personal growth.
• Support students’ social, emotional, and behavioral development as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Communicate with the Nurse Supervisor, educational staff, families, and external healthcare providers as appropriate.
• Participate in team meetings and contribute to collaborative student planning.
• Ensure compliance with nursing regulations, school policies, and Oak Hill procedures.
• Engage in ongoing professional learning and training.
• Demonstrate professionalism, collaboration, leadership, and commitment to continuous improvement.

Benefits

• Sign-on bonus of up to $4,000.
• Staff recognition and appreciation programs.
• Paid vacation, sick time, personal time, and holidays.
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• Oak Hill funding of up to 50% of eligible HSA contributions.
• Free long-term disability insurance.
• Free and low-cost life insurance options.
• 403(b) retirement plan with an employer contribution of 9.5% at no cost to employees.
• Tuition reimbursement, including additional options for employees pursuing clinical education.
• Career advancement pathways.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Paid training, education, and required certifications.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed