School Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse

RCM Health Care Services; Kailua (HI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Company-paid Life/AD&D and LTD for 30+

401(k) Savings Plan

Job summary

RCM Healthcare Services is seeking a School Nurse / Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide direct nursing care and health support in a Kona, Hawaii school-based setting. Roles are available for RNs and LPNs on full-time, part-time, or per diem schedules across the Hawaiian Islands.

The position requires an active LPN license, CPR, and current physical and PPD within the last year. Compensation is hourly at $35.00 per hour with benefits for eligible roles.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
• Active LPN license.
• CPR certification.
• Current physical within the last year.
• Current PPD within the last year (Chest X-ray acceptable).

Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care and health support to students with special healthcare needs.
• Support students requiring ventilators, tracheostomy care, diabetes management, catheterization, and tube feedings.
• Monitor student health status and respond to medical needs during the school day.
• Collaborate with school staff, families, and interdisciplinary teams to support student wellbeing and safety.
• Maintain accurate health documentation and comply with district and state nursing standards.
• Participate in trainings, meetings, and additional duties as assigned.
• Support a safe and inclusive educational environment for all students.

Skills

Nursing experience

Communication

Collaboration

School-based environment

Fingerprinting clearance

Education

Accredited nursing program

Job description

School Nurse /Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Hourly Rate: $35.00 – $35.00 per hour

Location: Kona, Hawaii; Onsite

Position Summary

As a School Nurse, you will provide nursing care and health support services to students within a school-based setting across the Hawaiian Islands. This role supports students with a variety of medical and special healthcare needs while collaborating with school staff, families, and interdisciplinary teams to ensure safe and effective care throughout the school day. Opportunities are available for Registered Nurses (RNs) and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) seeking full-time, part-time, or per diem schedules. Nurses across all Hawaiian Islands are encouraged to apply. At RCM Healthcare Services, we're passionate about connecting talented professionals with the right opportunities – join our network and be supported every step of the way.

Schedule / Shift

• Shift details: School-day schedule, Monday–Friday
• Hours per week: Full-time, part-time, and per diem opportunities available
• Contract length: School-based assignment

Key Duties

• Provide direct nursing care and health support services to students with special healthcare needs
• Support students requiring ventilators, tracheostomy care, diabetes management, catheterization, and tube feedings
• Monitor student health status and respond appropriately to medical needs during the school day
• Collaborate with school staff, families, and interdisciplinary teams to support student well‑being and safety
• Maintain accurate health documentation and comply with district and state nursing standards
• Participate in trainings, meetings, and additional duties as assigned
• Support a safe and inclusive educational environment for all students

Requirements

Education

• Required: Graduate of an accredited nursing program

Licenses & Certifications

• Required: ActiveLicensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
• Required: CPR Certification
• Additional certifications: Current Physical within the last year
• Additional certifications: Current PPD within the last year (Chest X-Ray acceptable if positive)

Skills

• Minimum of 1 year of nursing experience required
• Ability to care for students with complex medical and special healthcare needs

Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills

Ability to work effectively within a school-based environment

Ability to meet fingerprinting and district clearance requirements

Per Diem / Temporary (Hourly) Roles

• Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
• Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan

About Us

RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences.

With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you’re stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We’re committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support, and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well-being.

RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation

RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.