Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

TrulyHired; Acton (MA); On-site; USD 48,216 - 61,992; Full time

Job summary

TrulyHired is seeking a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to join the Acton-Boxborough School District health services team for the 2026-2027 year. The role involves student-centered nursing care in a collaborative setting, working with building nurses to support health needs and maintain a safe school community.

The position offers full-time hours aligned with the school calendar, with compensation of $35.00-$45.00 per hour, commensurate with experience.

Qualifications

• Current Massachusetts LPN license is required.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification for Healthcare Providers required.
• Background checks including CORI and fingerprinting.
• Experience in school nursing or pediatric nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the building nurse to provide direct care to students.
• Respond to illness, injury, and medical emergencies.
• Administer medications per physician orders and school protocol.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student health records.
• Support student wellness and preventive health initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with students, families and staff.
• Follow Massachusetts DPH guidelines and district nursing policies.
• Attend field trips to support student health and safety.

Skills

CPR/AED certification

First Aid certification

Experienced in school nursing

Strong communication

Education

Massachusetts LPN license

Graduate from accredited LPN program

Job description

Job Description

Schedule: Full-Time, per the school year calendar (approximately 8:30 AM - 3:30 PM )

Compensation: $35.00-$45.00 per hour, commensurate with experience

Location: Acton-Boxborough School District, Massachusetts

Primary Setting: Elementary School Health Office

About the Position

The Acton-Boxborough School District is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPNs) to join our school health services team for the 2026-2027 school year. In this role, you will provide high-quality, student-centered nursing care in a collaborative and supportive environment. The LPN works closely with the building nurse(s) to support student health needs and promote a safe and healthy school community.

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the building nurse(s) to provide direct care to students.
• Respond promptly and effectively to student illness, injury, and medical emergencies.
• Administer medications and perform treatments in accordance with physician orders and school protocols.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential student health records.
• Support student wellness and preventive health initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with students, families, and school staff.
• Follow Massachusetts Department of Public Health guidelines and district nursing policies.
• Attend field trips as needed to support student health and safety

Preferred Experience: Experience in school nursing and/or pediatric nursing

Job Requirements

Minimum Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Massachusetts Licensed Practical Nurse
• Graduation from an accredited practical nursing program
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification for Healthcare Providers (American Heart Association or American Red Cross; in-person certification required)
• Successful completion of all required background checks, including CORI and fingerprinting.

We believe that our students deserve to learn from educators who reflect their backgrounds and life experiences, and we want our staff to reflect the wide range of student identities we seek to serve. To this end, our District is committed to increasing the diversity of our certified educators and leaders. We believe that by building a more representative workforce, our students will have better outcomes and be more prepared for an increasingly diverse world. We encourage the following to apply: candidates of color, individuals with diverse life experiences and on-traditional backgrounds, and allies in our diversity, equity, and inclusion work.