
School Nurse (Licensed Practical Nurse) - Union City, CA
Embark on a fulfilling contract opportunity providing specialized care for students as a Licensed Vocational Nurse in a full-time/extended school year capacity (30 hours per week). In this itinerant 1:1 position, you will support medically fragile students, rotating between various campuses. This unique setting offers a chance to make a meaningful difference daily while collaborating closely with educators, families, and healthcare professionals.
Qualifications and Desired Experience:
- Active LPN/LVN license with experience in a school setting
- Expertise in caring for children with complex medical needs
- Skilled in gastronomy, bladder catheterization, diabetes/insulin care, CGM, carb counting, seizure management, and administration of medications (EpiPen, Benadryl, etc)
- Comfortable working with students ages 422, including those with developmental delays and ASD
- Proficient in managing both hypo- and hyperglycemia
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills; bilingual Spanish speakers are especially encouraged to apply
- Prior experience in school-based nursing required
Key Responsibilities:
- Thoroughly review and implement individualized health and seizure plans
- Deliver staff training on critical medical procedures
- Build strong relationships with parents and students to ensure cohesive care
- Remain accessible for urgent health concerns across assigned campuses
- Provide direct support such as catheterization and blood sugar checks
- Participate in all required onsite interviews at the district office
Why You'll Love This Role:
Engage in varied, impactful work that deepens your clinical skills while positively shaping the educational journey for students in need. Enjoy a collaborative school environment and an opportunity to establish trusted connections with staff and families.
If you are committed to the care and advocacy of medically fragile students and ready for a rewarding school-based assignment, apply today and take the next step in your nursing career!
Compensation for this position ranges from $16.25 to $45.00. 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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