School Health Licensed Practical Nurse at Fairfax County Government

* This position includes a signing bonus for fully qualified new county employees in the amount of $10,000.

Fairfax County Health Department is seeking dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to improve the health and wellbeing of children in Fairfax County public schools. You will be the leading advocate for public health and well‑being and care onsite, contributing to both school and community health.

This position is responsible for implementing the School Health Services program under the supervision of the public health nurse in the health department’s School Health Services Division. As an LPN you will be responsible for providing basic nursing care services and supervision for students, in a Fairfax County Public School setting. Assesses and determines students’ health status and follows appropriate protocols to provide care, screening, and documentation.

Monitors and manages students with acute or chronic disease and/or disabilities and documents the care services provided in accordance with standard protocol. Supports individual care needs, including insulin monitoring, and administers medication and treatment in line with health standards and practices. Manages medications, routine school health room activities and updates student health records daily. Assists in the monitoring and updating of student’ care plans.

Compiles and submits health room statistics and reports using computer data entry skills. Responds to medical emergencies and performs CPR and first aid. Maintains current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification and licensing requirements.

• Robust one-year orientation
• Opportunity to make a difference by serving those most in need
• Work collaboratively with community partners to address public health priorities
• Focus on health education, health promotion and disease prevention
• Work life balance
• Supportive team environment

Note: Fairfax County School Health Licensed Practical Nurses are full‑time merit positions that are scheduled to work less than 12 months (approximately 38 weeks per year). Work schedule will be based on the service needs of the Health Department and Fairfax County Public Standard School Year Calendar. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.

• Knowledge of practical nursing skills gained through an accredited practical nursing program.
• Skill in performing technical nursing procedures (e.g., injections, venipuncture, blood pressure screening).
• Ability to identify questionable test findings.
• Ability to perform CPR or perform emergency treatment for life‑threatening conditions.
• Ability to elicit sufficient pertinent medical information from a client and record a medical history that is complete and accurate.
• Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with clients and staff members.

(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all‑inclusive list.)

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program; plus two years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

• Possession of current license or a multistate licensure privilege to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia
• AED - Required within 60 days of hire
• Basic Life Support (BLS) CPR - Required within 60 days of hire

The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, child protective services check, sanction screenings, and Tuberculosis test to the satisfaction of the employer.

• Knowledge and understanding of a school health program and experience providing health care services to school aged children in ethnically diverse populations.
• Knowledge of medications and medication management administration practices, and experience reviewing and administering childhood vaccinations.
• Possess a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information and professionalism in dealing with students, parents and colleagues.
• Demonstrates excellent verbal and…