Substitute-Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

ALEXANDRIA PUBLIC SCHOOLS; Alexandria (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 34,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Earned Safe and Sick Time

Job summary

Alexandria Public Schools is seeking a caring and organized Licensed Practical Nurse Substitute to support student health and well-being. Working under the close supervision of the District School Nurse, this position provides first aid, administers medications and delegated health procedures, and maintains accurate student health records.

As a substitute LPN, you will collaborate with school staff to ensure student safety and health needs are met, use health equipment appropriately, and learn

Qualifications

• Current LPN license.
• Associate or technical degree and relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of medication administration, first aid, and student health practices.
• Strong organizational, recordkeeping, communication, and computer skills.
• Ability to use health equipment, including wheelchairs, nebulizers, audiometers, blood pressure monitors, and glucometers.
• Ability to learn and use Synergy student health software and follow district policies, emergency procedures, and the Code of Conduct.
• Ability to build effective, professional relationships with students, families, and staff.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and health procedures as directed or delegated by the District School Nurse.
• Provide first aid to ill or injured students and connect students with appropriate resources.
• Maintain student health records, including immunizations, medication administration, health office visits, and accident reports.
• Support students with special health needs and communicate with parents/guardians regarding health concerns and related attendance issues.
• Communicate with the District School Nurse, principals, parents/guardians, case managers, and staff regarding student health needs.
• Participate in required meetings and training and perform other assigned duties.

Skills

Medication administration

First aid

Recordkeeping

Communication

Computer skills

Education

Associate or technical degree

Tools

Synergy software

Job description

Alexandria Public Schools is seeking a caring and organized Licensed Practical Nurse Substitute to support student health and well-being. Working under the close supervision of the District School Nurse, this position provides first aid, administers medications and delegated health procedures, and maintains accurate student health records.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer medications and health procedures as directed or delegated by the District School Nurse.
• Provide first aid to ill or injured students and connect students with appropriate resources.
• Maintain student health records, including immunizations, medication administration, health office visits, and accident reports.
• Support students with special health needs and communicate with parents/guardians regarding health concerns and related attendance issues.
• Communicate with the District School Nurse, principals, parents/guardians, case managers, and staff regarding student health needs.
• Participate in required meetings and training and perform other assigned duties.

Qualifications

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license.
• Associate or technical degree and relevant experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Knowledge of medication administration, first aid, and student health practices.
• Strong organizational, recordkeeping, communication, and computer skills.
• Ability to use health equipment, including wheelchairs, nebulizers, audiometers, blood pressure monitors, and glucometers.
• Ability to learn and use Synergy student health software and follow district policies, emergency procedures, and the Code of Conduct.
• Ability to build effective, professional relationships with students, families, and staff.

Compensation

$22.00 per hour

Benefits

• Sick leave based on the minimum standards of the Earned Safe and Sick Time law