Licensed Practical Nurse

Westford Public Schools; Westford (MA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Westford Public Schools seeks a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide clinical support across district health offices. You will assist School Nurses with daily clinic operations, student triage, and routine medical tasks to ensure student health and safety.

The role includes triage, medication administration, and health screenings, with record-keeping duties and collaboration with CSNs. Travel between schools is required; the position is full-time with a competitive hourly rate.

Qualifications

• LPN license required and active
• Availability to travel between district schools
• Full-time schedule during the school year (Mon–Fri)

Responsibilities

• Triage and First Aid for students during school day
• Medication administration for scheduled and PRN meds
• Assist with mandated health screenings and immunization records
• Maintain electronic health records and documentation
• Support CSN with clinic flow and sick bay management
• Provide short-term coverage in Compass Program when needed

Skills

Triage

Medication administration

Record keeping

Education

LPN license

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse

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Job Details

Job ID: 5916209
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 04, 2026 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
The District LPN provides clinical support within school health offices across the district. This role focuses on assisting School Nurses (CSNs) with daily clinic operations, student triage, and routine medical tasks to ensure the health and safety of the general student population.

• Triage & First Aid: Assessment and treatment of minor injuries and illnesses for the general student body.
• Medication Administration: Managing daily scheduled medications (inhalers, ADHD meds, etc.) and PRN (as needed) medications.
• Health Screenings: Assisting with mandated vision, hearing, and postural screenings.
• Record Keeping: Maintaining electronic health records and immunization compliance.
• Clinic Flow: Supporting the Certified School Nurse (CSN) in managing "sick bay" during peak hours.
• Emergent Coverage: Providing short-term coverage in specialized classrooms (e.g., Compass Program) only as needed for emergency situations.
• Collaborates under the direction of the Certified School Nurse (CSN).

Hours of School operation:

• Schedule: Monday – Friday (School Year).
• Note: This position requires travel between school buildings within the district as assigned.

Additional opportunities: The ideal candidate will be available for the Summer Health Clinic, providing first aid and medication administration for students enrolled in summer enrichment programs (typically July – early August).

Compensation: The LPN will have an individual contract with Westford Public Schools. Hourly rate and benefits will be negotiated based on experience. Position Type: Full-time
Salary: $30 to $33 Per Hour

Job Categories:

Student Services > School Nurse

Welcome to Central Office

Learn more about Westford Public Schools by visiting our website:https://www.westfordk12.us/ The Central Office is located at 23 Depot St., within the Millenium Building behind the Abbot School.

Job Requirements

• Hours of School operation:
  Monday - Friday
  Compensation:
  The LPN will have an individual contract with Westford Public Schools. An hourly rate along with benefits will be negotiated.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Melissa Boylan , Director of Special Education and SEL
• 23 Depot Street
• Westford, Massachusetts 01886
• Phone: No calls please
• Fax: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]