Licensed Practical Nurse- Child and Career Development Center

Chester County Intermediate Unit; Caln Township (PA); On-site; USD 32,635 - 40,790; Full time

Job summary

An educational support organization is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse for the Child and Career Development Center in Coatesville, PA. The role involves administering medications, providing nursing care, and supporting children with special needs in a nurturing environment. Candidates must be either licensed RNs or LPNs, hold necessary clearances, and be prepared to create brighter futures for students. This full-time position offers a collaborative team and an opportunity to grow your career.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required OR LPN program completed required.
• Current registered nurse licensure required OR LPN licensure required.
• Current police, child abuse and FBI Fingerprint clearances required.

Responsibilities

• Administer tube feedings and medications as prescribed.
• Document medication administration in electronic system.
• Provide first aid and emergency care.
• Implement nursing care plans and attend field trips.

Skills

Experience working with special needs children

Medication administration

Nursing care plans implementation

First aid and emergency care

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing or completed LPN program

Current registered nurse licensure or LPN licensure

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse- Child and Career Development Center

• Date Posted: 9/1/2025
• Position Type: Healthcare Services/ Health Specialist/LPN
• Location: Child & Career Development Center

The Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) has an opening for a Licensed Practical Nurse at the Child & Career Development Center in Coatesville, PA.

Are you motivated to create brighter futures for students, families, and the entire community? If so, we want you on Team CCIU! At the CCIU, we pride ourselves on the creativity, dedication, and collaborative spirit that our employees bring to their work every day, and we know that achieving success together takes a team approach! We strive to hire exceptional, motivated, and passionate individuals that help us achieve our vision of acting as educational leaders who contribute to a better Chester County and beyond. If you are looking for an exciting, challenging opportunity to grow your career, don’t wait – apply today to make Team CCIU even stronger tomorrow!

Duties & Responsibilities

• Administer tube feedings.
• Administer medications as prescribed by a doctor on a daily basis.
• Documentation of prescription medication administration to students in electronic medical system.
• Implement seizure precautions and treatments.
• Attend field trips and community-based trips.
• Provide tracheostomy care and, if needed, replacement of tracheostomy tube.
• Support with toileting routines in the nurse's office.
• Provide first aid and emergency care for injuries and illnesses.
• Implement nursing care plans as prescribed.
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing required OR LPN program completed required
• Current registered nurse licensure required OR LPN licensure required
• Experience working with special needs children preferred.
• Current police, child abuse and FBI Fingerprint clearances required (must be dated within one year of hire date).

Schedule

Monday - Friday, 7.5 hours per day; 185 days per year

Salary

Support Hay Band 11: $23.69 - $29.61

Location

Child & Career Development Center
1525 E Lincoln Hwy, Coatesville, PA 19320
Coatesville, PA 19320

About the Child and Career Development Center

At the Child and Career Development Center, our goal is to help children ages 5 - 21 reach their full potential. We specialize in providing a caring, nurturing learning environment, which encourages and enables all children to experience success.

Our programs include:

• Autistic Support
• Learning Support
• Multiple Disabilities Support
• Emotional Support
• Life Skills Support
• Discover Program

To find out more about the Child and Career Development Center (CDC), please go here: https://www.cciu.org/Domain/78

Equal Opportunity Employer

Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Chester County Intermediate Unit ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, gender, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability. Chester County Intermediate Unit has a policy of active recruitment of qualified minority teachers and non-certified employees. Any individual needing assistance in making application for any opening should contact the Department of Human Resources at 484-237-5085.