Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Early Learning Center

Job Description

Job Description

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Early Learning Center

Position Summary

V-Tech Solutions, Inc. is seeking a District of Columbia Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support Early Learning Center health, safety, and well-being of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers (ages 6 weeks–5 years) in an inclusive early childhood education environment. Working under the supervision of the ELC Registered Nurse (RN), the LPN provides direct care, medication administration, health documentation, and family/staff support to ensure compliance with DC Department of Health (DOH), Office of State Superintendent Education (OSSE), Center for Disease Control (CDC), and Early Intervention requirements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Health Screenings & Compliance Support

· Assist the RN in conducting required screenings (vision, hearing, growth).

· Track immunizations, TB tests, lead levels, and health/dental certificates.

· Support compliance reporting aligned with DC regulatory standards.

Direct Nursing Care

· Provide routine nursing care within LPN scope under RN supervision.

· Monitor children with chronic conditions and implement physician-ordered treatments.

· Support daily health checks, symptom monitoring, and communicable disease protocols.

Medication Administration

· Administer medications safely and accurately per ELC and DC guidelines.

· Maintain medication logs, MARs, and secure storage of medications/equipment.

· Transcribe and verify physician orders; flag discrepancies for RN review.

· Support Medical Action Plan implementation for allergies, asthma, seizures.

Documentation & Data Management

· Maintain accurate health records, medication logs, and incident reports.

· Update digital and paper health files in accordance with DC DOH, OSSE, CDC, and CACFP requirements.

· Ensure timely documentation of screenings, treatments, and parent communications.

Family & Staff Support

· Provide basic health education to families on child-specific needs.

· Assist the RN in training staff on medication procedures and health protocols.

· Prepare and distribute communicable disease notices and health updates.

Care Coordination

· Support referrals to community resources (WIC, specialists, vision/hearing services).

· Coordinate with teachers, early intervention specialists, and administrators to ensure safe participation in classroom activities.

Qualifications

Active LPN license in the District of Columbia.

CPR/First Aid/AED certification.

Experience in pediatric, early childhood, or developmental disability settings preferred.

Ability to follow RN direction and operate within LPN scope of practice.

Strong documentation, communication, and family-engagement skills.

COVID-19 vaccination required prior to start.

Schedule & Location

Location: Southeast, Washington, DC.

Hours: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM (one late day 9:00 AM–5:00 PM).

Compensation

Approximately $25-29/hour dependent upon experience

Ideal Candidate Profile

An effective ELC LPN is compassionate, detail-oriented, skilled in medication administration and documentation, and able to collaborate with teachers, families, and early intervention specialists.