Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership
One-to-one Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership, Springfield, Massachusetts, us, 01119
One-to-one Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Reports To : Principal/Nursing Supervisor
Salary : LPN - Union Salary Schedule
Position Type : Full-Time - School Year
Job Categories : Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
Brief Job Description The One-to-One Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care and support to an assigned student in accordance with their Individualized Education Program (IEP) and medical plan. Responsibilities include performing nursing services, assisting with personal care and activities of daily living, and carrying out clinical procedures necessary to support the student’s health and educational goals. The LPN collaborates with the school nurse, classroom teacher, and principal, and may perform additional duties as assigned to ensure the student’s safety, well‑being, and full participation in the school environment.
Primary Functions Of The Job
Primarily responsible for student safety, direct and indirect nursing care, and actively facilitate student's learning plans.
Assess and evaluate students’ medical history, including social, behavioral, psychological and familial concerns.
Utilizing evidence-based practice, identifying need for appropriate nursing services in the school setting.
Initiate a plan of care with students and family input to best meet needs of individual student.
Implement plan of care with consultation with school staff and community providers as necessary.
Evaluate effectiveness of interventions and revise plan as necessary.
Provides care in special needs classrooms assigned.
Administer prescribed and approved medication to students with parent/guardian and physician consent.
Conduct home visits to initiate or follow up on the health care needs of students.
Notify appropriate individuals, ie building nurse, parents, staff, physicians of immediate and potential health related concerns.
Provides information about health and disease prevention. Implement infection control practices as needed.
Promotes healthy programs in collaboration with coalitions, associations, CDC and Department of Public Health.
Acts as a resource in health education to students and families and refers to appropriate help agencies when necessary.
Reports to work as scheduled and conducts self in professional manner.
Is a role model for other nurses and for students in SPS.
Maintains current CPR/First Aid and LPN certifications.
Physical Requirements
No lifting, bending or twisting restrictions.
Must be able to ambulate quickly and walk up four flights of stairs.
Qualifications
A minimum of one to two years of child health, community health or other relevant clinical nursing experience.
A valid and current Licensed Practical Nurse License by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
CPR and First Aid Certification by a recognized provider, renewable bi-annually.
Contact Information : For inquiries or assistance with this position, please contact Carmen Molina‑Figueroa at molinafigueroac@springfieldpublicschools.com.
Non-Discrimination Statement : The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. The district prohibits retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
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Salary : LPN - Union Salary Schedule
Position Type : Full-Time - School Year
Job Categories : Instructional Support > Paraprofessional / IA
Brief Job Description The One-to-One Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care and support to an assigned student in accordance with their Individualized Education Program (IEP) and medical plan. Responsibilities include performing nursing services, assisting with personal care and activities of daily living, and carrying out clinical procedures necessary to support the student’s health and educational goals. The LPN collaborates with the school nurse, classroom teacher, and principal, and may perform additional duties as assigned to ensure the student’s safety, well‑being, and full participation in the school environment.
Primary Functions Of The Job
Primarily responsible for student safety, direct and indirect nursing care, and actively facilitate student's learning plans.
Assess and evaluate students’ medical history, including social, behavioral, psychological and familial concerns.
Utilizing evidence-based practice, identifying need for appropriate nursing services in the school setting.
Initiate a plan of care with students and family input to best meet needs of individual student.
Implement plan of care with consultation with school staff and community providers as necessary.
Evaluate effectiveness of interventions and revise plan as necessary.
Provides care in special needs classrooms assigned.
Administer prescribed and approved medication to students with parent/guardian and physician consent.
Conduct home visits to initiate or follow up on the health care needs of students.
Notify appropriate individuals, ie building nurse, parents, staff, physicians of immediate and potential health related concerns.
Provides information about health and disease prevention. Implement infection control practices as needed.
Promotes healthy programs in collaboration with coalitions, associations, CDC and Department of Public Health.
Acts as a resource in health education to students and families and refers to appropriate help agencies when necessary.
Reports to work as scheduled and conducts self in professional manner.
Is a role model for other nurses and for students in SPS.
Maintains current CPR/First Aid and LPN certifications.
Physical Requirements
No lifting, bending or twisting restrictions.
Must be able to ambulate quickly and walk up four flights of stairs.
Qualifications
A minimum of one to two years of child health, community health or other relevant clinical nursing experience.
A valid and current Licensed Practical Nurse License by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
CPR and First Aid Certification by a recognized provider, renewable bi-annually.
Contact Information : For inquiries or assistance with this position, please contact Carmen Molina‑Figueroa at molinafigueroac@springfieldpublicschools.com.
Non-Discrimination Statement : The Springfield Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy related conditions, ancestry, age, disability, or military service, as defined and required by state and federal laws. The district prohibits retaliation against individuals who oppose discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.
If you BELIEVE, we have a place for YOU on our team! Come work for us!
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