Step into a vital, rewarding role supporting a student with essential skills needs in a school-based setting near Zionsville, IN. As a dedicated LPN working one-on-one in the classroom, you’ll be a critical part of the school day, ensuring your student’s health, safety, and access to learning. Your specialized care and compassion will make a lasting impact—every single day.
Key Responsibilities:
- Administer medications via G-tube in accordance with prescribed medical protocols.
- Carry out frequent suctioning to support student respiratory needs, following all guidelines.
- Assist with oral feeding and hydration, supporting safe swallowing and monitoring intake.
- Provide toileting assistance while maintaining dignity, hygiene, and comfort.
- Help with safe lifting, positioning, and transfers, utilizing proper body mechanics and equipment.
- Monitor and document health status; promptly communicate concerns to appropriate school health staff.
- Collaborate with teachers, therapists, and other staff to ensure the student's comprehensive needs are met.
- Keep the care environment clean, safe, and supportive.
Qualifications & Desired Experience:
- Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) certification is required.
- Prior experience with children—especially those with complex needs—is highly valued.
- Training in G-tube care, suctioning, and assisted feeding is preferred.
- Comfortable performing physical tasks, including lifts and transfers.
- Strong collaborator with excellent communication skills.
- Current CPR/First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain.
- Demonstrated compassion, patience, and reliability.
- Ability to remain calm and attentive in urgent situations.
This contract role runs on regular school days, from 7:30 AM to 3:15 PM, starting August 5, 2026, and reports directly to the School Principal and Director for Special Education. Make a meaningful difference in a student’s daily life. Ready to contribute your expertise and heart to the classroom? Apply today!
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