LPN Support

ALL DISTRICT; Blue Springs (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

Blue Springs School District is seeking a Health Aide - LPN Support to provide nursing care for students, administer first aid and medications, and implement physician-directed health plans. The role supports teachers and staff in a dynamic school health office environment.

Qualified candidates must hold an LPN license, be able to coordinate with RN and parental guardians, and maintain confidential student health records.

Qualifications

• Skills to perform multiple technical tasks with up-to-date knowledge of safety practices.
• Ability to administer first aid, medication, and medical treatments in a school setting.
• Experience working with children in educational or childcare environments.

Responsibilities

• Administers first aid, medication, and specialized medical treatments for ill or injured students.
• Assists with mandated health screenings and referrals as needed.
• Collaborates with nurses, parents, and health providers to ensure student health services.
• Maintains confidential health records and immunization documentation.
• Provides health education and supports classroom health-related activities.
• Responds to emergencies and arranges follow-up care as required.

Skills

Administer first aid

Medication administration

Health screenings

Documentation

Collaboration with RN

Patient education

Education

LPN license

Tools

Medical equipment

Job description

LPN Support

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Job Details

Job ID: 5913993
Application Deadline: Posted until filled
Posted: Sep 03, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

Health Aide - LPN Support Staff

Blue Springs School District

2026-2027

Position Summary:
The job of Health Aide -LPN/PARM is done for the purpose/s of providing support to the educational process with specific responsibilities for providing health care services to the individual health needs of students; administering first aide and dispensing prescribed medicine; incorporating health care plans directed by physicians; complying with the laws relating to student health, including parental and guardian consent; providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students; providing health information; serving as a resource to teachers, staff, and administrators; and identifying health problems for referral for proper treatment.

• This job reports to the Director of Student Health Services.
• This position is a Full Time (183 Day Agreement, 7.5 hours per day) benefits eligible position.
• The starting pay/range for this positionis: $29,775 - $40,618. Salary will be commensurate with the Full Time, parallel years of experience.

Essential Functions:

• Administers first aid, medication, and specialized medical treatments (e.g., oral suctioning, catheterization, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile, and/or injured children.
• Assists with mandated screenings (e.g., vision, dental, hearing and/or back/scoliosis screenings, etc.) for the purpose of referring medical conditions and/or providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile, and/or injured children.
• Attends variety of meetings, workshops and seminars, and interdisciplinary teams for the purpose of gathering, conveying, and/or sharing information on student health needs, service delivery, and educational programs; and/or improving skills and knowledge.
• Collaborates and communicates with Registered Nurses, parents, students, health care providers, and/or public agencies for the purpose of promoting and/or securing student health services, providing information, and complying with legal requirements.
• Conducts age-appropriate programs and/or activities in conjunction with classroom curriculum (e.g., health education, nutritional workshops, etc.) for the purpose of supporting established lesson plans.
• Contacts parents/guardians for the purpose of advising them of changes in student health and/or recommending further medical and/or emotional intervention.
• Maintains student's confidential files and records (e.g., health care plans, agency referrals, accident reports, etc.) for the purpose of providing information required by legal requirements and professional standards.
• Monitors students referred for illness and/or injury for the purpose of attending to their immediate health care concerns and initiating follow-up care.
• Prepares documentation (e.g., student health history, current health status, immunization reports, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support, conveying information, and/or complying with mandated requirements and professional guidelines.
• Provides training and/or orientation on a variety of health-related subjects or policies (e.g., disaster preparedness, health education, medication management, substance abuse, growth and development, food allergies, STDs, etc.) for the purpose of promoting a healthy lifestyle and/or acting as a resource to students, teachers, and other school personnel.
• Refers students requiring additional medical attention for the purpose of providing required follow-up treatment and services.
• Reports health and safety issues to assigned administrator and appropriate agencies (e.g., fights, suspected child or substance abuse, contagious diseases, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students' personal safety, a positive learning environment and complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.
• Responds to emergency medical situations (e.g., severe falls, prescription reactions, bleeding, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring appropriate immediate medical attention and related follow-up action.
• Supports various duties in the health office and school site (e.g., enrollment, immunization compliance data, health concern reports, student roster, checking AED, cleaning, ordering office supplies, organizing files, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the smooth operation of the school health program.

Other Functions:

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Skills are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include applying pertinent codes, policies, regulations and/or laws; applying assessment instruments; operating standard office equipment including pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records; adhering to safety practices; administering first aid; and operating medical equipment utilized in school environment.

Knowledge is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and solve practical problems. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include providing health services in a school setting; state laws regarding sexually transmitted diseases; health standards and hazards; and stages of child development.

Ability is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and use job-related equipment. Flexibility is required to work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment.

Problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is moderate. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include maintaining confidentiality; communicating with diverse groups; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships; adhering to safety practices; and being attentive to detail.

Responsibility: Responsibilities include working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; leading, guiding, and/or coordinating others; tracking budget expenditures. Utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to impact the organization's services.

Work Environment: The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 25% sitting, 50% walking, and 25% standing. The job is performed under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to loud.
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position and additional duties may be assigned.

Experience: Job related experience within a specialized field is required.

Education: Targeted, job related education with study in job-related area.

Equivalency: Any combination of education, training, and/or experience which demonstrates ability to perform the required duties. Experience required would be verifiable paid or volunteer experience working with children in an educational or childcare setting. LPN license is required.

Background Check:
Employment in this position is contingent upon consent to and successful completion of a pre-employment background check, which may include a criminal background check, reference checks, verification of work history, and verification of any required academic credentials, licenses, and/or certifications, with results acceptable to the Blue Springs School District. Background check information will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Required Testing

None

Certificates and Licenses

CPR/First Aid Certificate
Registered Practical Nurse License in the State of Missouri

Continuing Education/Training

Maintains Certification and/or Licenses

Clearances

Criminal Background Check, Family Care Safety Registry

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Salary Grade

74

07/01/2026

Position Type: Full-Time
Job Categories:

Student Services > School Nurse

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Human Resources
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: HrDept[at]bssd[dot]net

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