School LPN/LVN

MONTESSORI SCHOOL; Hesperia (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly paychecks

Health insurance

401(k) savings plan

Job summary

Amergis is seeking a School LPN/LVN to support student health services in a California school. You will assess, treat and monitor health needs, provide preventive care, and refer students to appropriate resources as required.

The role emphasizes collaboration with school staff to promote wellbeing and safety. Qualified candidates hold a current state nursing license, a valid CPR if applicable, and experience in pediatric or school-based settings.

Qualifications

• Current nursing license for the state in which the nurse practices.
• TB testing and health certificate requirements as applicable.
• Experience in school health services or pediatric settings preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and treat health disorders among students in the school setting.
• Monitor student health conditions and provide instruction for wellbeing and disease prevention.
• Refer students to appropriate health resources as needed.

Skills

Pediatric experience

Public health knowledge

Child growth & development

School health services knowledge

CPR knowledge

Collaboration with school staff

Education

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) license

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

The School LPN/LVN identifies and treats health disorders among students in the school setting. The School LPN/LVN provides instruction for the student’s general wellbeing and disease prevention. The School LPN/LVN monitors the student’s physical conditions in the school setting and refer the student to appropriate resources as needed. The work of the School LPN/LVN is performed in compliance with his/her LPN/LVN scope of practice and according to state education codes.Minimum Requirements:Current nursing license for the state in which the nurse practicesOne year prior professional nursing experience in school setting preferredPediatric experience preferredConsiderable knowledge of medical disorders and treatmentConsiderable knowledge of child growth and developmentKnowledge of public health problems and procedures for treatment in coordination with other health and social service agenciesKnowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations affecting the delivery of school health servicesUnderstands the school organization and the community servedComplies with all relevant professional standards of practiceCurrent CPR if applicableTB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)Must meet all federal, state and local requirementsMust be at least 18 years of ageBenefitsAt Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:Competitive pay & weekly paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards and recognition programs*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.About AmergisAmergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.