Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES; Village of Newark (NY); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to support student health services in Ontario County. You will provide direct nursing care, assess health needs, and administer medications under the guidance of a Registered Nurse.

The role requires NY LPN (or RN) licensure, one year of experience, strong documentation, and CPR/AED certification. You will work within school health policies to support IHCPs and individualized plans.

Qualifications

• Civil Service eligibility in Ontario County for LPN and possession of NY RN or LPN license.
• One year's experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Ability to work with students with disabilities and/or medically fragile students.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Working knowledge of school health care regulations.
• AED/CPR Certification required; renewal with Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and administer treatments and medications.
• Screen students for illnesses and monitor health conditions.
• Maintain confidential health records in compliance with FERPA/HIPAA.
• Work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Assist with IHCPs, IEPs, and Section 504 health accommodations.
• Participate in building emergency response plans.

Skills

Documentation skills

Communication skills

Regulatory knowledge

Disability care

Education

LPN license (NY)

RN license (NY)

AED/CPR Certification

Job description

Role Summary:

Support the health, safety, and well-being of students by providing direct nursing care, administering treatments and medications, monitoring health conditions, and assisting with the implementation of individualized health plans. Your daily efforts help students remain healthy, safe, and ready to participate in educational programs and activities.

Core Responsibilities

• Performing treatments and procedures such as (but not limited to) soaks, recording vital signs and weight, medication administration, accompanying students on trips.
• Screening students for illnesses, including height, weight, scoliosis, vision, hearing.
• Administer first aid as needed using School Health Services medical policies.
• Communicate appropriately with School Nurse, school personnel and parents.
• Carry out medical providers' orders as required.
• Assist in implementation of Individualized Health Care Plans (IHCPs).
• Support medical accommodations in IEPs and Section 504 Plans.
• Maintain confidential student health records in compliance with FERPA/HIPAA.
• Work under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Reinforce universal precautions and infection control practices.
• Administer medications at other locations as needed under the direction of a licensed Registered Nurse.
• Prepare and administer medications as ordered, documenting administration and reactions.
• Work with diabetic students to assist in becoming self-directed.
• Assist with health-related aspects of behavioral intervention plans.
• Provide support during medical or behavioral crises in coordination with staff.
• Participate in de-escalation and safety protocols (if applicable, TCI-S aligned).
• Maintain accurate and timely student health documentation and logs.
• Report communicable diseases and concerns per NYS Department of Health and Education guidelines.
• Assist with incident documentation related to student health events.
• Participate in building-level emergency response plans.

Apply on the Ontario County Civil Service website: Ontario County Civil Service Employment Portal.

Scroll & apply to: BOCES - LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE.

If you have questions, please contact Debra Luna 315-332-7289 or [e-mail].

Qualifications & Requirements:

• Civil Service eligibility in Ontario County as a Licensed Practical Nurse: Possession of a valid New York State Registered Professional Nursing (RN) license or valid New York State Licensed Professional Nursing (LPN) license.
• Must have one year's experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse.
• Ability to work with students with disabilities and/or medically fragile students.
• Strong documentation and communication skills.
• Have working knowledge of school health care regulations.
• AED/CPR Certification required; must renew with Wayne-Finger Lakes BOCES.