Licensed Practical Nurse - IDEA Health Professions (Immediate Opening)

At IDEA Public Schools, the Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) leads the campus clinic independently, serving up to 1,600 students in grades K-12, with a primary focus on K-5. The role ensures state-mandated health services, compliance with immunization requirements, and accurate record-keeping while promoting health education and preventative practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care using professional triage skills, basic care, and established school health protocols.
• Manage the campus clinic independently, serving a student population of up to 1,600.
• Act as a health advocate for students, notifying parents of accidents or illnesses and securing emergency medical care.
• Coordinate medication administration and implement mandatory screening programs (vision, hearing, spinal, and AN).
• Ensure student compliance with state immunization requirements.
• Serve as a health liaison between school, physicians, parents, and the community.
• Assess student health issues and make appropriate referrals to medical professionals, teachers, and parents.
• Participate in health-related school committees and collaborate on health-related Individual Education Plan (IEP) items.
• Report suspected child abuse and conduct home visits for student health concerns (with principal approval).
• Maintain accurate physical and electronic health records, including clinic visits, student action plans, and doctor’s orders.
• Request and manage clinic supplies and inventory.
• Comply with federal, state, and district health policies, including reporting potential health and safety hazards.
• Communicate regularly with the Assistant Principal of Operations, Regional Registered Nurse, and other staff on health services issues.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED (required).
• LVN or LPN licensure (required).
• Current certification in CPR/AED/First Aid (required).
• Certification to conduct state-mandated vision, hearing, spinal, and AN screenings (preferred).
• 2+ years’ experience in a health-related position; experience with school-age children preferred.
• Experience maintaining electronic health records (preferred).
• Proficiency in basic first aid, CPR, and diabetic care management.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to use laptops, software, and databases for data entry, analysis, and word processing.
• Ability to track, monitor, and communicate data effectively (verbal and written).
• Ability to manage time, prioritize tasks, and execute toward goals.

Skills

• Knowledge of basic first aid and cardio-pulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
• Diabetic care management.
• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficient in keyboarding, electronic file maintenance, and database management.
• Ability to track, enter, analyze, and monitor data.
• Effective verbal and written communication.
• Time management, task prioritization, and goal execution.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits plan covering the majority of employee premiums for the base medical plan and subsidizing costs for spouses/domestic partners and children.
• Paid Family Leave: Up to 8 weeks of paid leave for birth or adoption of a child, based on tenure and caregiver designation.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Up to 50% of tuition for qualifying degree programs, up to $5,250 annually (subject to manager discretion and budget availability).
• Employer-Paid Mental/Behavioral Health: 5 face-to-face counseling sessions per year, unlimited 24/7 telephonic counseling, and other work-life services at no cost.
• Dental and vision plans.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Parenting benefits and generous vacation time.
• Referral bonuses and professional development opportunities.
• Potential relocation allowance for eligible candidates.

Pay

Hourly rate ranging from $18.29 to $23.92, based on experience. Eligible for a performance bonus tied to team performance and goal attainment.

About the Organization

IDEA Public Schools is a multi-state network of tuition-free, Pre-K-12 public charter schools serving over 80,000 college-bound students across Texas, Florida, and Ohio. Since 2000, IDEA has maintained a legacy of sending 100% of its graduates to college and is nationally ranked by The Washington Post and U.S. News & World Report. The organization fosters a culture of integrity, respect, and belonging, with a commitment to core values that drive student success and professional growth.