Adelphi is seeking Licensed Practical Nurse (LPNs) to provide 1-on-1 school-based nursing support for students with severe disabilities at a school facility in Southeast Missouri. The nurses will deliver care in accordance with each student's Individualized Education Program (IEP) and Individual Health Plan (IHP).
Job Quick Facts
- Reference #: BD-1163-02
- Profession: Nursing
- Specialty: 1:1 School-Based Nurse (LPN)
- Location: Southeast Missouri
- Facility Type: School
- Coverage Type: On-Site (travel on school bus with student required)
- Job Type: Temporary Contract
- Contract Duration: Through July 31, 2026 (or per school calendar)
- Schedule: Monday to Friday, within school hours; nurse travels with student on school transportation daily
- Start Date: November
- Compensation: $33 per hour Requirements
- Active Missouri Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
- Current CPR and First Aid certification.
- Minimum of 1 year of pediatric, school, or developmental-disability experience preferred.
- Must pass Family Care Safety Registry and FBI fingerprint background checks.
- Maintain professional liability insurance meeting state requirements.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate within an educational team environment. Responsibilities
- Provide direct 1:1 nursing care to a student during the school day and while traveling to and from home.
- Deliver medical services as outlined in the student's IEP and IHP.
- Administer medications, monitor vital signs, and respond promptly to emergency medical needs.
- Ensure continuous coverage by coordinating substitute nursing services during absences, as required by the school.
- Maintain detailed documentation of all care, treatments, and communication per school and state requirements.
- Attend periodic orientation or training sessions as requested by the school to maintain procedural and policy compliance.
- Collaborate closely with teachers, administrators, and multidisciplinary staff to support student health and participation.
- Provide services that follow the school calendar and daily instructional schedule.
- Perform all duties on-site; telehealth or remote work is not permitted.
- Maintain confidentiality under FERPA and HIPAA, and comply with all state mandated-reporting laws.
- Uphold all state nursing regulations and professional standards of conduct.