Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)-Substitute

Albert Lea Area Schools; San Jacinto (CA); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Albert Lea Area Schools is seeking a compassionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) substitute to support students in the absence of district LPNs. You will work under the direction of a Licensed School Nurse and collaborate with school staff, families, and healthcare providers to ensure students safely access education.

The role requires delivering direct nursing care, administering medications, monitoring student health, and maintaining confidential health records in a busy school setting.

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in good standing.
• Ability to provide nursing care to students with various health needs.
• Calm response during medical emergencies and emergencies.
• Strong communication, organization, documentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to maintain student confidentiality.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to students according to healthcare plans and district procedures.
• Administer medications and nursing procedures under the direction of a Licensed School Nurse.
• Support students with chronic, acute, or complex health conditions during the school day.
• Monitor students for changes in health status and promptly communicate concerns.
• Respond to illnesses, injuries, and medical emergencies.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential health documentation.
• Assist with implementing student health plans and emergency procedures.
• Follow infection-control practices and district policies.
• Perform other health-related duties as assigned.

Skills

Caring approach

Emergency response

Communication

Documentation

Collaboration

Education

LPN license (Minnesota)

Job description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)-Substitute JobID: 3413

• Position Type: Special Education/ Licensed Staff
• Date Posted: 8/31/2026
• Location: District Wide
• Date Available: As Soon As Possible
• Position Information:
• The district is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and flexible Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide health and medical support to students in the absence of one of the district's LPNs.
• The LPN will work under the direction and delegation of a Licensed School Nurse and collaborate with school staff, families, and healthcare providers to help students safely access their educational programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to students according to individualized healthcare plans, emergency care plans, physician orders, and district procedures.
• Administer medications and perform authorized nursing procedures under the direction and delegation of a Licensed School Nurse.
• Support students with chronic, acute, or complex health conditions during the school day.
• Monitor students for changes in health status and promptly communicate concerns to the Licensed School Nurse and other appropriate personnel.
• Respond to student illnesses, injuries, and medical emergencies.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential health documentation.
• Assist with implementing student health plans and emergency response procedures.
• Follow infection-control practices, medication procedures, emergency protocols, and all applicable district policies.
• Perform other health-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Current Minnesota license as a Licensed Practical Nurse in good standing.
• Ability to provide nursing care to children and adolescents with a range of health and medical needs.
• Ability to respond calmly and appropriately during medical emergencies.
• Strong communication, organization, documentation, and collaboration skills.
• Ability to maintain student confidentiality.

Physical Requirements

The employee must be able to perform the essential functions of the position, including responding quickly to student health needs; standing, walking, bending, and lifting; assisting with student positioning or mobility when required; and safely performing assigned nursing procedures.

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