1:1 School Nurse LPN (Special Ed) – 10‑Month Schedule

Westport Community Schools; Giffords Corner (MA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Westport Community Schools is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for Westport High School in Westport, MA. This 10-month, full-time role aligns with the student calendar and includes direct nursing care for students with disabilities, including seizure management and G-tube care.

The nurse will work under RN supervision, support accommodations for medical plans, and assist with daily living activities to foster a safe educational environment. Immediate start preferred.

Qualifications

• Must have LPN license for Massachusetts.
• Experience working with children with severe disabilities, including no or limited verbal communication, preferred.
• Experience with seizures, Gtube and aspiration procedures.
• Current CPR certification.
• At least 1 year of relevant experience preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Responsibilities

• Monitor seizures and provide nursing care in Special Education classrooms.
• Administer medications via G-tube and other routes as required.
• Support health needs including nutrition, hydration, mobility, elimination, comfort and hygiene.
• Follow the medical care plan for students with health needs.
• Assist with activities of daily living, toileting and lifting as needed.
• Perform aspiration procedures if required and as directed.
• Carry out duties of paraprofessional as directed by teacher.

Skills

LPN license MA

Pediatric care

CPR certified

Seizure management

Education

Massachusetts LPN license

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

Westport Community Schools is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for Westport High School in Westport, MA. This 10-month, full-time role aligns with the student calendar and includes direct nursing care for students with disabilities, including seizure management and G-tube care.

The nurse will work under RN supervision, support accommodations for medical plans, and assist with daily living activities to foster a safe educational environment. Immediate start preferred.