Certified 1:1 Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Ephrata, PA

Experience the rewarding impact of supporting students as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in an educational setting. This contract opportunity involves providing dedicated 1:1 care for a student requiring suctioning and tube feeding throughout the school day. Rather than accompanying the student on the bus, you’ll focus on in-classroom support and serve as an essential resource within the building whenever the student is absent.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Active LPN certification required
• Prior experience in educational or pediatric settings strongly preferred
• Proficiency with suctioning and tube feeding procedures
• Ability to provide compassionate, calm, and attentive care to students
• Current CPR certification
• Strong collaboration skills for working alongside staff, families, and other healthcare professionals
• Clear background and health screenings, as mandated by school guidelines

Primary Responsibilities:

• Deliver 1:1 nursing care to a student during the school day, focused on suctioning and tube feeding
• Act as an additional nursing support in the classroom, maintaining student health and well-being
• Coordinate with other healthcare professionals, including the nurse assigned to bus duties
• Ensure accurate documentation of treatments, assessments, and student observations
• Provide coverage in other areas of the building as needed should the primary student be absent
• Uphold health and safety protocols aligned with school policies

Why You’ll Love This Role:

• Make a genuine impact on a student’s daily experience and development
• Gain valuable clinical and collaborative experience within a supportive school environment
• Enjoy a consistent weekday schedule aligned with the academic calendar
• Opportunity to be a trusted medical resource for students and staff

If you’re passionate about pediatric care and eager to make a difference where it’s needed most, apply today to take the next step in your nursing career.