Step into a meaningful contract position offering one-on-one support for a student in an essential skills classroom. This role is vital in fostering a safe, healthy, and inclusive learning environment, providing daily medical and personal care so the student can fully access their educational experience. Your expertise and compassion will make a significant impact, working closely with dedicated educators and support staff.
What You’ll Do:
- Administer prescribed medications via G-tube, carefully adhering to protocols
- Perform frequent suctioning in line with medical and student needs
- Assist with oral feeding and hydration, ensuring safe consumption and monitoring
- Support toileting and hygiene, promoting comfort and dignity
- Safely assist with lifting, positioning, and transfers using proper equipment and techniques
- Document the student’s health status and promptly communicate concerns
- Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of teachers, therapists, and healthcare professionals
- Keep the student’s environment clean, orderly, and nurturing
What We’re Looking For:
- Current LPN certification
- Experience with children—especially those with complex medical needs—is an asset
- Training or experience in G-tube care, suctioning, and feeding support preferred
- Skilled in physical caregiving, including safe lifting and transfers
- Strong communicator and dependable team member
- CPR/First Aid certified (or willing to become certified)
- Compassionate, detail-oriented, and able to remain calm under pressure
- Respectful of confidentiality and committed to upholding student dignity
Enjoy a supportive, school-based environment where each day brings new opportunities to make a difference. If you’re inspired to use your nursing skills in a role that changes lives, this is your opportunity. Take the next step in your career and apply today to help empower student success!
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