Licensed Practical Nurse

DigiDoc, Inc. dba Public Sector Solutions Group; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

PS2G's School Health Program is seeking a licensed practical nurse to provide direct student care in an assigned school health suite. This full-time, onsite position supports student healthcare needs throughout the school day and follows established protocols and orders.

Responsibilities include assessing students, administering medications, documenting vital signs, and collaborating with the supervising nurse and school staff.

Qualifications

• Current, active LPN license
• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program
• Current CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain prior to assignment
• Ability to pass background checks and clearances
• Ability to work onsite Monday–Friday 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to students in an assigned school health suite.
• Assess and monitor students with illnesses, injuries, or chronic conditions.
• Obtain, monitor, and document vital signs and clinical information.
• Administer medications and treatments per provider orders and regulations.
• Support implementation of individualized healthcare plans and emergency action plans.
• Maintain documentation of nursing services and student encounters.
• Collaborate with school staff and healthcare professionals.
• Maintain HIPAA/FERPA compliance and confidentiality.

Skills

LPN license

CPR/BLS

School health

Documentation

Onsite availability

Education

Graduate of accredited practical nursing program

Job description

PS2G is seeking Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN I) to provide clinical nursing services within a School Health Program. This is a full-time, onsite position assigned to a school setting and responsible for supporting the healthcare needs of students throughout the school day.

The LPN I will provide nursing care within the individual's authorized scope of practice and in accordance with applicable nursing standards, school health protocols, physician/provider orders, individualized healthcare plans, and direction from the appropriate supervising clinical professional.

Position Type:

Full-Time

Work Location:

Onsite – Assigned School Location

Schedule:

Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Program:

School Health Program

Hiring Need:

Immediate

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to students in an assigned school health suite.
• Assess and monitor students presenting with illnesses, injuries, chronic health conditions, or other health-related concerns within the LPN scope of practice.
• Obtain, monitor, and document vital signs and other relevant clinical information.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with authorized provider orders, applicable regulations, school health procedures, and scope-of-practice requirements.
• Support implementation of individualized healthcare plans and emergency action plans for students with identified medical needs.
• Provide care and monitoring for students with chronic conditions such as asthma, diabetes, seizure disorders, allergies, and other healthcare needs as authorized and trained.
• Recognize changes in student condition and elevate concerns to the appropriate supervising nurse, healthcare provider, emergency personnel, or school administrator.
• Provide first aid and nursing interventions for injuries and acute illnesses occurring during the school day.
• Assist with health screenings, immunization-related documentation, student health records, and other school health activities.
• Maintain complete, timely, and accurate documentation of nursing services and student encounters.
• Maintain medication, treatment, supply, and health-suite records in accordance with established procedures.
• Follow infection prevention, exposure control, medication safety, and emergency response procedures.
• Participate in emergency response and provide appropriate nursing interventions during medical emergencies.
• Communicate appropriately with parents/guardians regarding student health matters in accordance with program protocols.
• Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, healthcare professionals, parents/guardians, and other members of the student's care team.
• Protect the confidentiality of student health and educational information in accordance with HIPAA, FERPA, and applicable organizational and school system requirements.
• Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and appropriately stocked school health environment.
• Perform additional clinical duties within the LPN's authorized scope of practice as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Current, active, and unrestricted Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license valid for the jurisdiction of employment.
• Graduate of an accredited practical nursing program.
• Current CPR/BLS certification or ability to obtain prior to assignment.
• Ability to successfully complete required criminal background checks, health screenings, and school system clearance requirements.
• Ability to work onsite Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
• Knowledge of basic nursing principles, medication administration, infection control, and emergency response.
• Strong clinical documentation, communication, organization, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous LPN experience in school health, pediatrics, community health, public health, primary care, urgent care, or a comparable clinical environment.
• Experience working with children and adolescents.
• Experience supporting students or patients with chronic illnesses, disabilities, or special healthcare needs.
• Experience with medication administration and individualized healthcare plans.
• Experience working independently while coordinating with an RN or other supervising healthcare professional.

Core Competencies

• Clinical judgment and observation
• Student-centered care
• Medication safety
• Confidentiality
• Professional communication
• Reliability and punctuality
• Team collaboration
• Compassion and patience

Physical Requirements

The position requires the ability to work throughout the school day in a clinical and educational environment. Duties may include standing, walking, bending, reaching, responding quickly to emergencies, and assisting students with mobility or positioning. Candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Ideal Candidate

The successful LPN I will be clinically competent, dependable, calm under pressure, comfortable working with children and adolescents, and committed to providing safe and compassionate healthcare within the school environment.