Step into a meaningful contract opportunity supporting a high school student as a 1:1 LPN Nurse. As a compassionate caregiver, you'll make a difference each day, providing dedicated medical care and personal support to a student who is paralyzed but intellectually vibrant and actively engaged in learning and school activities.
Key Qualifications:
- Current LPN license, with certification and nursing credentials required
- Experience with ventilator care highly preferred and critical for student safety
- Previous work with high school-aged individuals or in educational settings is a plus
- Ability to ride the school bus with the student to and from school
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with educators, therapists, and family members
- Reliability, flexibility, and a genuine commitment to providing attentive, compassionate care
Main Responsibilities:
- Deliver individualized nursing care throughout the school day to a high-functioning student with paralysis
- Attend to ventilator needs, monitor health status, and respond swiftly to medical concerns
- Accompany and assist the student during bus rides
- Foster a safe, positive, and inclusive environment that promotes comfort and independence
- Maintain clear documentation and collaborate closely with the school health team and family
- Support the student’s participation in classroom and extracurricular activities, ensuring full access and engagement
Enjoy a consistent schedule of 30 hours per week, with Wednesdays off as the student does not attend school on those days. This unique relationship not only utilizes your clinical knowledge but also offers the chance to build connection, encouragement, and trust with a remarkable young person.
If you are a dedicated LPN seeking a rewarding role with meaningful one-on-one impact, we invite you to apply today. Bring your expertise and heart to a setting where you will truly make a difference!
Equal Opportunity Employer Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled
- Competitive Salary
- Weekly Paycheck
- Matching 401(k) Plan
- Extensive Medical Coverage
- Licensing Assistance
- Custom Housing
- Travel Assistance
- Professional Development Reimbursement