1:1 School Nurse (LPS)

Young World Physical Education; Longmeadow (MA); On-site; USD 37,614 - 50,890; Full time

Job summary

Longmeadow Public School District is seeking a dedicated 1:1 School Nurse (LPS) to support a medically challenged student within a classroom setting. You will collaborate with the school nurse to provide direct care and maintain health documentation.

The role is full-time with a 184-day calendar, approximately 6.5 hours per day, starting August 24, 2026. Experience with IHCP and pediatric health is preferred, and you will work closely with teachers and specialists.

Qualifications

• Licensed practical nurse or registered nurse with professional nursing experience.
• Knowledge of medications and pediatric health issues.
• Ability to work as part of an educational team and to document health information accurately.

Responsibilities

• Assist the student with activities of daily living (ADLs).
• Deliver medical services as outlined in the IHCP.
• Dispense prescribed medications per policy and physician orders.
• Perform medical procedures as indicated by physicians.
• Maintain health records and daily notes for the student in coordination with the school nurse.
• Accompany the student to therapies, specials, lunch, and recess.
• Assist with computer/technologies and equipment; scribe when needed.
• Frequent check-ins to support independent work and assignments clarity.
• Collaborate with teachers and other specialists providing services to students.
• Perform any other duties assigned by the Director of Special Education.

Skills

Nursing skills

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse in Massachusetts

Job description

Longmeadow Public School District Longmeadow Public School District - Longmeadow, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

1:1 School Nurse (LPS)

Job Details

• Job ID: 5846530
• Application Deadline: Posted until filled
• Posted: Jul 22, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)
• Starting Date: Aug 24, 2026

Job Description

DESCRIPTION: A position that requires a medical/nursing background who will work in collaboration with the school nurse to provide direct care and support for a medically challenged student in a classroom setting.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

1. Assist the student with activities of daily living (ADLs)
2. Deliver medical services as outlined in the student's IHCP (Individual Health Care Plan)
3. Dispense prescribed medications in accordance with school policy and physician orders.
4. Perform medical procedures as indicated by students' physicians (tube feeding, chest compression, chest percussion, and other airway clearance therapies if necessary, and repositioning of the child).
5. Maintain health records and daily notes for the individual student in coordination with the school nurse.
6. Accompany the student to all therapies, specials, related arts, lunch, and recess
7. Assist the student with the computer/technologies and other equipment
8. Scribe for the student when necessary
9. Frequent check-ins for independent work completion and clarification of assignments.
10. Collaboratively work with classroom teachers and other specialists providing service to students.
11. As well as, any other duties assigned by the Director of Special Education

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

NONE

The following information is provided pursuant to ADA requirements.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical demands are a way of describing the physical activities that a job requires.

Strength: moderate lifting, 50 pounds maximum with frequent lifting and/or carrying of objects weighing up to 10 pounds.

Key: Occasionally (O) Up to 1/3 of the time

Frequently (F) From 1/3 to 2/3 of the time

Constantly (C) 2/3 of the time or more

Standing: (C)

Sitting: (O)

Walking/Running: (C)

Lifting: (F)

Reaching(F) – Extending the hand(s) and arm(s) in any direction

Handling(F) – Seizing, holding, grasping, turning, or otherwise work with hand(s)

Fingering (F) – Picking, pinching, or otherwise working with fingers primarily

Talking (F) Expressing or exchanging ideas by means of the spoken word

Hearing (C) Perceiving the nature of sounds by the air

Near Acuity (C) Clarity of vision at 20 inches or less

Far Acuity (C) Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more

Color Vision (F) Ability to identify and distinguish colors

Field of Vision(C) Observing an area that can be seen up and down or right and left when eyes are fixed on a given point.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Environmental conditions are a means of describing the physical surroundings of a worker in a specific job. These positions are performed in a school and/or field trip setting where the environment conditions should have no effect on how the jobs are performed.

Noise: Level 3 – Moderate level of intensity.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

• 184 school year days, starting August 24, 2026
• 6.5 hours a day
• ESY summer program dates TBD, if necessary.

Salary

• Position Type: Full-time
• Salary: $37 Per Hour
• Job Categories: Student Services > School Nurse

Welcome to Longmeadow Public School District

Longmeadow is home to three elementary schools, two middle schools and Longmeadow High School. Our schools enjoy a long history of academic excellence and a commitment to continuous improvement. With a focus on diversity, equity and inclusivity, our educators plan lessons to meet the needs of all learners. Longmeadow is a town, with generous green spaces and the majority of our families are within walking distance of schools, parks and playgrounds. Local restaurants and shopping are also part of the towns charm. In addition, Longmeadow is a suburb of Springfield, MA which hosts an abundance of cultural and arts, dining and entertainment opportunities. Our Pre‑K - 12 Vision of The Graduate competencies embrace: Accountability Independence Problem Solving Critical Thinking Collaboration Communication

Equal Opportunity Employer

The Longmeadow Public Schools is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or pregnancy/pregnancy related conditions.

Job Requirements

• QUALIFICATIONS:
  1. Licensed to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse in Massachusetts
  2. Professional experience in nursing or health care.
  3. Demonstrated interest in children and their physical and mental health
  4. Knowledge of medications and diseases of childhood and adolescence
  5. Ability to work as a member of an educational team
  6. Computer skills for data entry programs
  7. Physical ability to handle the responsibilities associated with this position
  8. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the School Committee or its designee find appropriate and acceptable.
• Reports TO: Building Principal(s) for school-level responsibilities Director of Special Education for system-wide responsibilities
• Job Mission: To monitor and assist in caring for the physical and mental health of an individual student with medical needs at the elementary level.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Nicole Paris-Kro , Special Education Director
• 535 Bliss Road
• Longmeadow, Massachusetts 01106
• Phone: [phone]
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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