School Health Licensed Practical Nurse

Fairfax County (VA) • Fairfax, VA

65d • $62,482 - $104,137

About The Position

Fairfax County Health Department is seeking dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to improve the health and wellbeing of students in Fairfax County public schools. You will be the leading advocate for public health and well-being and care onsite, contributing to both school and community health. This position implements the School Health Services program under the supervision of a Public Health Nurse in the health department's School Health Services Division. As an LPN you will be responsible for providing basic nursing care services and supervision for students, in a Fairfax County Public School setting. Assesses and determines students' health status and follows appropriate protocols to provide care, screening, and documentation. Monitors and manages students with acute or chronic disease and/or disabilities and documents the care services provided in accordance with standard protocol. Supports individual care needs, including insulin monitoring, and administers medication and treatment in line with health standards and practices. Manages medications, routine school health room activities and updates student health records daily. Assists in the monitoring and updating of student' care plans. Compiles and submits health room statistics and reports using computer data entry skills. Responds to medical emergencies and performs CPR and first aid. Maintains current BLS certification and licensing requirements.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program.
• Two years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse or related experience in a public health/community health setting.
• Possession of current license or multistate licensure privilege to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Virginia.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification (Required within 30 days).
• AED Certification (Required within 60 days).
• CPR Certification (Required within 60 days).

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge and understanding of a school health program.
• Experience providing health care services to school-aged children in diverse populations.
• Knowledge of medications and medication management practices.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong interpersonal abilities to communicate effectively with a diverse population.
• Proficiency with technology and ability to learn new systems.
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic nursing care services and supervision for students in a school setting.
• Assess and determine students' health status and follow appropriate protocols.
• Monitor and manage students with acute or chronic diseases and document care services.
• Support individual care needs, including insulin monitoring and medication administration.
• Manage medications and routine school health room activities.
• Update student health records daily and assist in monitoring care plans.
• Compile and submit health room statistics and reports.
• Respond to medical emergencies and perform CPR and first aid.

Benefits

• $10,000 signing bonus for fully qualified new county employees.
• Winter, spring and summer off.
• 7.5-hour workdays.
• Monday - Friday schedule.
• Competitive salary & generous benefits.
• Robust orientation program.
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact within the school community.
• Collaborative work environment with community partners.
• Focus on health education, promotion, and disease prevention.
• Supportive team culture and work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Executive, Legislative, and Other General Government Support
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees