Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN Per Diem Substitutes

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Per Diem Substitutes  

• Position Type:
  School Nurse/Health Office/ Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Per Diem Substitute
• Date Posted: 6/1/2025
• Location:
  
  District Wide
• Closing Date: 05/31/2026

WEBSTER CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT

Open Position

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Per Diem Substitutes  (Posting Number )

District Wide

As needed

• Must have a current NYS license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• BLS for healthcare professionals certification or ARC current certification
• Minimum three (3) years of hospital, outpatient clinic/office or Emergency Room experience
• Possess knowledge of emergency care in injury and illness, injury/illness triage and treatment skills
• Be able to dispense medication safely
• Pediatric/adolescent experience preferred, Computer skills highly desirable

• Sub LPN to serve as a backup for contract LPN’s that are out sick.
• Sub LPN to serve as a backup for parochial schools health office LPN’s that are out sick.
• Serve as an LPN on a field trip at one of our schools.

The substitute LPN reports directly to the District Nurse Coordinator under the general direction of the school physician and the district appointed administrator.

The substitute LPN performs a variety of duties necessary for the efficient operation of a school’s health services under the direction of the Nurse Coordinator, Flex Nurse and/or School Nurse. These duties include, but are not limited to, maintenance of cumulative health records, administration of first aid and emergency care for ill or injured students, vision and hearing screenings, medication administration and documentation, and accompanying classes on field trips.

The LPN may also sub for a consultant 1:1 LPN assigned to medically frail students during the school day. This may or may not include riding the school bus to and from the student’s home. The substitute LPN performs her/his duties in a manner consistent with professional standards, the New York State Nurse Practice Act, and other federal, state and local statutes and regulations applicable to school nursing practice as set forth by the New York State Health and Education Departments.

The substitute LPN adheres to school district policies, regulations and practices and is under the direct supervision of the Nurse Coordinator.

• Holds a current license and registration as a Licensed Practical Nurse granted by New York State Education Department.
• Holds current certification in CPR-AED for Healthcare Professionals.
• Demonstrates broad knowledge of health related issues in school age children. Demonstrates adequate proficiency in computer skills including but not limited to electronic medical records, email use, word processing and spreadsheet use.
• Communicates and works well with students, teachers, parents, staff and others in the community.
• Successfully carries out the medical orders and procedures prescribed by the healthcare provider as well as Individual Health Plans written by the RN. Clarifies questions related to those orders as they arise.
• Demonstrates good observational skills, mental alertness, initiative, cheerfulness, patience, emotional stability and moral character.
• Physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position.
• Refers to the RN for matters outside the LPN scope of practice.

Under the direction of a district Registered Nurse:

• Promotes safety and protects the optimal health status of children.
• Observes and evaluates student injury/illness concerns and documents such events.
• Follows established system for medication administration and documentation. Evaluates response to medication and alerts RN/parents/healthcare provider as appropriate.
• Maintains the integrity and security of health information, both manual and electronic.
• Consults with registered nurse, physician, parents, and staff to evaluate the effectiveness of care.

• Provides emergency first aid care to staff.
• Maintains confidentiality of health information.
• Practices Universal Precautions at all times.
• Maintains a professional…