Nurse LPN - Thomas Jefferson Middle School (2026-2027) - Start Time 8:40AM

Nurse (LPN) Health Services Division Chief Of Staff

Salary Schedule: IA / 8 (Attached) As per Board-approved 2026-2027 salary placement rules/schedules. Working Calendar: 195 days/8 hours Salary Range: $19.25 - $26.96

Scope Of Responsibilities: Functions in an LPN role as defined by the Kentucky Board of Nursing Scope of Practice. Collaborates with the assigned Registered Nurse (RN) and/or Health Services Nurse Practitioners who provide direction and delegation (APRN) to provide health services as outlined by the Kentucky Board of Nursing Scope of Practice for RNs and Advisory Opinion Statement on Roles of School Nurses in School Nursing Practice. Works with students, staff and families to support health and wellness in assigned work location(s).

Performance Responsibilities & Evaluation Criteria: Promotes wellness and performs/arranges for the prevention and control of communicable diseases in conjunction with health services staff. Collaborates and consults with JCPS RN/APRN to identify health related issues and assists with applicable programs for students and parents health related needs. Functions in an LPN role as defined by the Kentucky Board of Nursing Scope of Practice and Advisory Opinion Statement on Roles of School Nurses in School Nursing Practice. Promotes wellness for students and staff. Follows district protocols for the prevention and control of communicable diseases. Attends student meetings, including 504 and ARC meetings for which training will be provided. Establishes and maintains all necessary equipment and supplies for the school health room. Administers medication and/or treatment as authorized by the student's health care provider and/or in consultation with designated RN or APRN as needed and according to district guidelines. Observes, monitors and cares for sick and injured students as outlined in the JCPS School Health Services Manual. Conducts health screenings; height, weight, vision, hearing and other health related assessments as needed and applicable to state regulations and school programs being implemented. Documents all student and staff visits in the designated electronic platform following nursing documentation standards. Provides nursing services including coordination of student care as outlined in the JCPS School Health Services Manual. Participates on school committees and activities to support student and staff attendance. Participates on district committees as needed to support implementation of Evidence- Based Nursing Practices. Participates in district Medicaid billing. Completes annual skills competency checks. Follows procedures for use of personal protective equipment. Assists with immunization and physical clinics. Acts as a resource for staff wellness programs. Communicates with community health agencies to ascertain resources available to students in need. Performs medical services for which training will be provided. Evaluates staff as assigned. Performs other duties as assigned by supervisors and evaluator. Completes all trainings and other compliance requirements as assigned and by the designated deadline. Regular, predictable performance is required for all performance responsibilities. This position requires reporting to various worksites throughout JCPS based on caseload/programmatic assignments.

Physical Demands: This work is conducted in an office setting and school setting. This position has both inside and outside environmental conditions, where protection from weather conditions is maintained while working inside. There are no protections from temperature changes or atmospheric conditions either inside or outside of the work location.

This position requires the following physical activities rarely (up to 25% of the workweek): balancing, climbing, crawling, and driving. The following physical activities are required occasionally (up to 50% of the workweek): bending, crouching, kneeling, lifting up to 50 lbs., pulling up to 50 lbs., pushing up to 50 lbs., reaching, standing, and walking. Feeling, grasping, hearing, and talking are required frequently (up to 75% of the workweek). Repetitive motions and visual acuity are required constantly (up to 100% of the workweek).

Minimum Qualifications: Current license as a Kentucky Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or license recognized by the KY Board of Nursing through the Interstate Compact One (1) year of successful experience Effective communication skills

Desirable Qualifications: Previous health related experience in a school setting Ability to work with student, families and staff who do not speak English as their primary language Previous pediatric/adolescent nursing experience Experience in diverse workplace