School Nurse – LPN

Onward Edu; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 37,000 - 43,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Benefits package

Wide network of schools

Streamlined hiring process

Ongoing communication

Professional growth

Recruiting support

Job summary

Onward Education is seeking a part-time, onsite School Nurse (LPN) in Providence County, RI to provide 1:1 nursing support for a student with complex medical needs during the 2026-2027 school year. The role involves direct patient care within the school day and coordination with the student’s support team.

Responsibilities include administering medications, assisting with mobility and daily activities, and accompanying the student on community-based learning activities.

Qualifications

• Active Rhode Island LPN license required.
• Experience supporting students with medical and mobility needs preferred.
• Comfortable providing hands-on personal care (toileting/feeding/transfers).
• Ability to lift and assist up to ~100 lbs with support.

Responsibilities

• Provide dedicated nursing support to a specific student with complex medical needs.
• Administer medications as required.
• Support student health, safety, and participation in educational activities (in-school and community settings).
• Assist with toileting support (including lifting as needed); feeding plan support and monitoring; wheelchair transfers and mobility support.
• Respond to medical events (including vomiting).
• Accompany the student to community learning/job-site activities (restaurants, parks, YMCA).
• Push a wheelchair across varied terrain (including hills).
• Ride along in a school van when accompanying the student off-campus.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate with school staff and caregivers.

Skills

Active Rhode Island LPN License

Mobility assistance

Medical emergency response

Communication with school staff

Job description

Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's leading schools. We’re partnering with a school district in Providence County, Rhode Island to hire a dedicated School Nurse (LPN) for the 2026-2027 school year.

This part-time, onsite opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by providing 1:1 nursing support for a student with complex medical needs--helping ensure safe access to instruction, community-based learning experiences, and daily school activities. You’ll collaborate closely with school staff and the student’s support team while delivering consistent, compassionate care throughout the school day.

Position Details:

Position: School Nurse (LPN) (1:1 Student Support)
Pay rate: $36-$42/hr.
Location: Onsite in Providence County, RI
Schedule: Part-Time, Tuesday-Thursday, 7:30 AM-2:00 PM (19.5 hours/week)
School Year: 2026-2027

Responsibilities:

• Provide dedicated nursing support to a specific student with complex medical needs throughout the school day.
• Administer medications as required
• Support student health, safety, and participation in educational activities (in-school and community settings).
• Assist with:
  • Toileting support (including lifting assistance as needed)
  • Feeding plan support and monitoring
  • Wheelchair transfers and mobility support
• Respond appropriately to medical events (including situations involving vomiting).
• Accompany the student into the community for learning/job-site activities (e.g., restaurants, parks, YMCA).
• Push a wheelchair across varied terrain (including hills at community locations).
• Ride along in a school van when accompanying the student off-campus.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with school staff and caregivers as needed.

Qualifications:

• Active Rhode Island LPN License required
• Experience supporting students with medical and/or mobility needs preferred
• Comfortable providing hands-on personal care support (toileting/feeding/transfers)
• Ability to lift and assist as needed (up to ~100 lbs with support; not dead weight)
• Calm, reliable, and safety-focused in both school and community environments
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with school teams

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Apply?

If you’re passionate about student-centered care and want a school-based nursing role where you can truly make a difference every day, this is a great opportunity to join a supportive team and help a student thrive--academically and in the community.