Itinerate Licensed Practical Nurse

Berkeley County School District; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Berkeley County Schools in Martinsburg, WV is seeking an Itinerant Licensed Practical Nurse to provide health services in a public school setting. The LPN will work with the school nurse to implement health plans and support students at Tomahawk Intermediate and other locations as needed.

The role requires WV LPN licensure, a high school diploma or equivalent, and the ability to manage student health needs, documentation, and confidentiality with a flexible itinerant schedule.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent as required by WV Code §18A-2-5.
• Current and valid LPN license issued by the WV State Board of Examiners for Licensed Practical Nurses.

Responsibilities

• Accurately and safely perform within standards of practice set by WV Board of Examiners for LPNs.
• Provide health care services under supervision of a registered school nurse to students.
• Document health care regimens accurately and timely; follow up with the school RN.
• Communicate health care needs and policies to supervisor.
• Maintain confidentiality of health and education information per regulations.

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Licensed Practical Nurse license (WV)

Job description

Job Description

POSITION: Itinerate Licensed Practical Nurse

IMMEDIATE

FLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt

EMPLOYMENT

TERM: Minimum 200 days annually, pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8

Start Date: November 5, 2026

HOURS: 8:30-3:30

SALARY: Grade F commensurate with WV school system experience and education level ($32,440-$44,950) plus competitive benefits package equal to approximately 35% of direct compensation.

EVALUATION: Performance in this position will be evaluated by the building principal/immediate supervisor and in accordance with WV State Code §18A-2-12, WV State Board Policy 5314, and BCS Evaluation Policy for Service Personnel

JOB SUMMARY: The LPN nurse licensed by the West Virginia Board of Examiners for Licensed Practical Nurses, employed to work in a public school under the supervision of a school nurse. The LPN will work with at any school location as needed. The initial location will be Tomahawk Intermediate.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Accurately and safely perform/work within all standards and scope of practice set forth by the West Virginia Board of Examiners for Licensed Practical Nurses.
• Under the supervision of a registered school nurse (RN), will provide health care services to students to implement the specialized health care plan.
• Complete accurate and timely documentation of each student’s prescribed health care regimen and perform appropriate follow-up with the school RN.
• Communicate with immediate supervisor(s) regarding health care needs, policies, and procedures.
• Incorporate health care procedures appropriately into the school settings/routine.
• Inventory supplies and equipment for each student’s health care and notify parents and/or school RN as needed.
• Willing to accompany student(s) to, from, and during curricular and co-curricular events.
• Assist in implementing specific instructional programs and activities as determined by the school RN.
• Maintain health-related communication with parents, school RN, and school staff as needed or requested.
• Maintain a high level of ethical behavior and confidentiality of information about students.
• Keep all health- and education-related information confidential per federal, state, and county regulations.
• Demonstrate the ability to calmly and objectively respond to various situations.
• Follow universal precautions in the handling of blood and bodily fluids with appropriate medical supplies and hand washing.
• Provide a variety of behavior management techniques in a crisis situation before resorting to passive restraint.
• Assist with emergency management.
• Perform other health-related tasks and responsibilities as designated by supervisor(s).
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

High School diploma or equivalent, pursuant to WV Code §18A-2-5; Licensed Practical Nurse license issued from the West Virginia State Board of Examiners for Licensed Practical Nurses that is current and valid.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stoop, reach, stand, walk, lift, grasp, write, talk, hear, see, use technology such as computers and multimedia equipment, and use repetitive motions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may frequently lift and/or move at least 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision such as to read handwritten or typed material, the ability to adjust focus. The position requires the individual to meet multiple demands from several people and interact with the public and other staff members.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Most commonly, the educational setting is indoors with outdoor settings for recess and field trip activities. The noise level in the work environment is low to moderate (20-60dB). Exceptions include gymnasiums as well as vocational/technical laboratories where the noise levels may be moderate to loud (60-90 dB).

The information contained in the job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and is not an exhaustive list of duties performed by this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned by the Superintendent or his/her designee.

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed drugs while in the workplace. Alcohol and controlled substances which effect employee productivity, safety, or judgment in the workplace will not be tolerated.

Berkeley County Schools is bound by statute to recommend the most qualified applicants for position vacancies. In order to determine those qualifications as set forth by the West Virginia Code, we require all applicants to fill out an application, which includes references, and, in many instances, participate in interviews. Failure to provide references, negative references, and failing to participate in requested interviews may impact negatively a candidate's qualifications.

Applicants who have been dismissed or have had their contracts non-renewed for cause are not eligible for consideration. Applicants who receive unfavorable reference recommendations will not be eligible for consideration. Applicants must complete the entire application and provide all documents required. Failure to complete the application and provide requested items will result in the application not being considered.

Itinerate Licensed Practical Nurse

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Job Details

Application Deadline: Nov 02, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Starting Date: Nov 5, 2026

HOURS: 8:30-3:30

TERM: Minimum 200 days annually, pursuant to WV Code §18A-4-8

Contact Information

• Lee-Dorah Wokpara , Coordinator of Recruitment
• Berkeley County Schools
• Martinsburg, West Virginia 25405
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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