Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

THIS JOB POSTING IS FOR ANY LICENSED PRACTICAL NURSE (LPN) POSITION IN THE DISTRICT THAT MAY BECOME AVAILABLE FOR THE 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR. SCHOOLS MAY VARY BASED ON VACANCIES. Job Title – Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Supervisor: Registered Nurse, Zone Nurse, Nurse Supervisor, Principal(s) Job Goal: To assist in providing healthcare services for the school system. Minimum Qualifications: Valid license from the Alabama Board of Nursing designating Licensed Practical Nurse. Current CPR card. Minimum of one (1) year experience in hospital or community health setting. Valid driver's license and the ability to have access to appropriate transportation to meet job requirements. Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457. Proficiency in oral and written communication skills. Effective interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on communication and collaboration with a wide variety of people and groups. Knowledge of current general medical and pediatric nursing practices. Proficient in assessing vision and other appropriate health screening activities and programs (such as immunization audits). Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, parents and school faculties. Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in a fast-paced, highly intensive work environment. Ability to identify and solve problems as a productive team member. Ability to use technology to communicate, to manage data, and to produce/submit required reports, correspondence, and/or financial information. Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance. Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require. Performance Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals and priorities. Provides nursing care for students requiring special health procedures. Refers individuals to the assigned RN as appropriate. Assists students with medications according to approved procedures. Administers first aid in accordance with established first aid procedures as needed. Assists the RN in screening programs and school program. (spinal screening, vision screening, immunization audit, etc.). Demonstrates initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities. Participates successfully in the training programs offered to increase skill and proficiency related to assignments. Exhibits interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member. Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for improvement. Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law. Demonstrates professional ethics and effective leadership. Responds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive manner. Maintains and submits required reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner. Properly cares for equipment and material resources of the school system. Uses collaboration skills to work as a productive team member. Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local laws. Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures. Performs any other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s). Terms of Employment: As established by the Board and applicable state law. Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel. #J-18808-Ljbffr