School LPN

Interim HealthCare - North Charleston, SC • North Charleston, SC

6d • Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking compassionate and dependable Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide substitute classroom support for students with medical and personal-care needs. This is a classroom-based position with nursing-related responsibilities. The LPN will work alongside teachers and other school staff to help students participate safely and comfortably throughout the school day.

Requirements

• Current, unrestricted LPN license in good standing.
• Current CPR certification.
• Comfortable providing toileting, feeding, mobility, and transfer assistance.
• Compassionate, dependable, patient, and able to work effectively in a classroom environment.
• Must successfully complete all required background checks and health screenings.

Nice To Haves

• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or complex medical needs is preferred.
• Experience with G-tube feeding is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist students with feedings, including G-tube feedings and feeding by mouth.
• Provide toileting and personal-care assistance.
• Assist with safe transfers to wheelchairs and other adaptive equipment.
• Support students with activities throughout the school day.
• Follow each student’s established care plan and all safety procedures.
• Observe students and promptly communicate health-related concerns to the appropriate school staff.
• Communicate effectively with teachers, nurses, and other members of the school team.
• Maintain each student’s dignity, safety, comfort, and privacy.

Benefits

• Equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, gender, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree