School Nurse- LPN Part Time

Requirements

• Possess a graduate degree from an accredited practical/vocational nursing program with a current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of PA.
• Experience with children with autism is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality, compassionate health care to students in a school setting.
• Ensure all health-related policies and procedures are implemented effectively and safely.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with prescribed protocols.
• Ensure proper storage, documentation, and safety of all medications and medical supplies.
• Adhere to standard precautions and infection control guidelines to promote a safe and healthy environment.
• Manage incidents and critical events through timely reporting and appropriate follow-up procedures.
• Respond promptly and sensitively to students’ health needs, offering calm, compassionate care in both routine and urgent situations.
• Collaborate with school staff, families, and external healthcare providers to support the physical and emotional well-being of each child.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• A graduate degree from an accredited practical/vocational nursing program with a current license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of PA.
• Experience with children with autism is preferred.

Skills

N/A

Benefits

• DailyPay
• Roth retirement plan
• Voluntary limited benefits including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• On the Goga well-being platform
• Employee discounts and savings programs
• Pryor Online Learning for free online personal development classes

Pay

Up to $25 per hour

Schedule

PART TIME

About Merakey

Merakey is a non-profit provider of developmental, behavioral health, and education services. More than 8,000 employees provide support to nearly 40,000 individuals and families throughout 12 states across the country each year. Click here to watch a video about Merakey. Merakey strictly follows a zero-tolerance policy for abuse. Merakey is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer! We deeply value diversity and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, ethnic background, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, genetic information, or disability status. Moreover, we are committed to creating teams that reflect the diversity of the communities we serve and encourage applicants from underrepresented backgrounds to apply. Merakey welcomes all Veterans to apply!