Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Albert Lea Area Schools; Unterseen; On-site; CHF 43,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack in Minnesota is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide health support to students across multiple school buildings. Assignments will be based on student health needs, medical needs, staffing demands, and district priorities.

The LPN will work under the direction and delegation of a Licensed School Nurse and collaborate with school staff, families, and healthcare providers to help students safely access their educational programs.

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota LPN license in good standing.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to provide nursing care to children and adolescents with a range of health needs.
• Ability to respond calmly during medical emergencies.
• Strong communication, organization, documentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to travel between district buildings during the workday.
• Valid driver’s license and reliable transportation.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to students according to individualized health plans and district procedures.
• Administer medications and nursing procedures under the direction of a Licensed School Nurse.
• Support students with chronic, acute, or complex health conditions during the school day.
• Monitor health status and promptly communicate concerns to the Licensed School Nurse and other staff.
• Respond to student illnesses, injuries, and medical emergencies.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential health documentation.
• Communicate professionally with families, school staff, healthcare providers, and the student support team.
• Travel between district buildings and adjust assignments as needed.

Skills

Communication

Organization

Documentation

Collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

CPR certification

Job description

• Position Type:
  Special Education/ Licensed Staff
• Date Posted:
  8/26/2026
• Location:
  District Wide
• Date Available:
  ASAP
• Position Information:
• The district is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and flexible Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide health and medical support to students across multiple school buildings. Assignments will be based on student health needs, medical needs, staffing demands, and district priorities.
• The LPN will work under the direction and delegation of a Licensed School Nurse and collaborate with school staff, families, and healthcare providers to help students safely access their educational programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to students according to individualized healthcare plans, emergency care plans, physician orders, and district procedures.
• Administer medications and perform authorized nursing procedures under the direction and delegation of a Licensed School Nurse.
• Support students with chronic, acute, or complex health conditions during the school day.
• Monitor students for changes in health status and promptly communicate concerns to the Licensed School Nurse and other appropriate personnel.
• Respond to student illnesses, injuries, and medical emergencies.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential health documentation.
• Communicate professionally with families, school staff, healthcare providers, and other members of the student support team.
• Assist with implementing student health plans and emergency response procedures.Travel between district buildings and adjust assignments based on changing student and district needs.
• Follow infection-control practices, medication procedures, emergency protocols, and all applicable district policies.
• Participate in required training, meetings, and professional development.
• Perform other health-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in good standing.
• Current CPR certification.
• Ability to provide nursing care to children and adolescents with a range of health and medical needs.
• Ability to respond calmly and appropriately during medical emergencies.
• Strong communication, organization, documentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to maintain student confidentiality.
• Ability and willingness to travel between district buildings during the workday.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.

Physical Requirements

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, including responding quickly to student health needs; standing, walking, bending, and lifting; assisting with student positioning or mobility when required; and safely performing assigned nursing procedures.

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