
School LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) | Hackensack, New Jersey
Step into a meaningful contract assignment supporting student health and safety as a Licensed Practical Nurse within a school environment near Hackensack, NJ. This role offers you the opportunity to provide focused, one-on-one nursing care for a student with Type 1 diabetes throughout the academic year, ensuring her well-being and participation in classroom activities.
Qualifications & Desired Experience:
- Valid LPN or LVN license in the state of New Jersey
- Prior nursing experience in a school or pediatric setting strongly preferred
- Proficiency with diabetes care, particularly with dexterity in handling continuous glucose monitors (CGM), such as Dexcom, and insulin pump systems like Omnipod
- Comfort with using smartphones and interpreting tech-driven medical data
- Keen pattern recognition skills and attention to detail, especially for symptoms-management discrepancies
- Professional, compassionate communication style for collaborating with educational staff, students, and guardians
Core Responsibilities:
- Deliver expert 1:1 diabetes care management during school hours per contract dates (September 1, 2026 – June 23, 2027), for 35 hours per week
- Monitor blood glucose via Dexcom CGM and maintain timely insulin administration with the Omnipod pump
- Utilize manual finger-stick blood glucose monitoring when required, ensuring prompt action if CGM readings do not align with symptom presentation
- Diligently document, report, and communicate any health changes or interventions
- Support the student in safe, active classroom engagement and maintain clear, continuous dialogue with both medical and academic stakeholders
Picture yourself making a daily impact by combining clinical expertise and modern medical technology. If you are passionate about student-centered care and ready for an onsite position in a vibrant school community, apply today to embark on this rewarding contract opportunity!
Compensation for this position ranges from $29.11 to $49.11. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.
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