Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Nutley, NJ

apartment Soliant Health location_onNutley, NJ 07110, US

A licensed practical nurse (LPN) is needed to provide specialized healthcare support for two students in a K-12 school setting located in Nutley, NJ. This contract position runs through the current school year (CSY) and offers an opportunity to deliver focused nursing care in an educational environment.

Responsibilities include:

Providing 1:1 nursing care to two students with distinct needs
Assisting a 3-year-old boy with gastrointestinal (GI) tube management and potential tracheostomy (trach) care on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays (18 hours per week)
Supporting an elementary-aged girl with trach care for 30 hours per week, 6 hours daily across five days, with no bus riding required for either student
Monitoring and documenting health status and interventions
Collaborating with school personnel to ensure a safe and healthy environment

Qualifications:

Current LPN/LVN licensure
Experience with tracheostomy and gastrointestinal tube care preferred
Ability to provide compassionate and attentive 1:1 nursing care for pediatric patients
Comfortable working independently in a school environment
Strong communication skills and ability to maintain accurate medical records

Location: Nutley, NJ (K-12 School)
Schedule: Part-time, 18 to 30 hours per week based on student needs; contract through current school year

This role is ideal for an LPN with pediatric nursing experience looking to make a meaningful impact in a school setting. If you meet the qualifications and can provide attentive care to these students, please apply to be considered.

Compensation for this position ranges from $29.11 to $49.11. 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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