A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.
ESS Clinical is seeking qualified Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) to provide dedicated One on One nursing care and medical support to students in Craven County Schools during the 2026-2027 school year. This is a One on One student nursing position , providing individualized care to one assigned student throughout the school day. The LPN will work with the student, family, school staff, and healthcare team to support the student's health, safety, and participation in school activities . The LPN will provide safe, compassionate care in accordance with the North Carolina LPN scope of practice , applicable laws and regulations, physician orders, and the student's individual healthcare plan. Pay starting at $35/hr up to $40/hr
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Opportunities Required Licensure & Qualifications Active, unrestricted North Carolina LPN license in good standing. Must practice in accordance with the North Carolina Nursing Practice Act and North Carolina Board of Nursing rules. Must be at least 18 years of age for Craven County Schools assignments. Current CPR/BLS certification , as required by ESS Clinical or the specific assignment. Successful completion of ESS Clinical application, credentialing, and onboarding. Successful background screening. Ability to provide nursing care within the LPN scope of practice. Ability to follow physician/provider orders and individual student healthcare plans. Ability to administer medications and treatments within the LPN scope of practice. Ability to maintain accurate and confidential student health records. Ability to communicate effectively with students, parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, and healthcare providers. Ability to work with students who have routine, chronic, complex, or medically fragile healthcare needs. Completion of required school-specific and student-specific training. Compliance with ESS Clinical and Craven County Schools policies and procedures. Responsibilities Provide dedicated 1:1 direct nursing care and medical support to an assigned student throughout the school day. Serve as the student's dedicated nurse and provide individualized care based on the student's healthcare needs, individual healthcare plan, and physician/provider orders. Monitor the assigned student's health status and medical conditions and promptly report changes or concerns. Administer medications and treatments according to authorized orders and within the LPN scope of practice. Provide first aid and emergency care within the LPN scope of practice. Assist with care for students with diabetes, seizure disorders, asthma, allergies, feeding tubes/G-tubes, catheterization needs, and other medical conditions as assigned. Maintain continuous awareness of the student's safety, medical needs, and changing condition during the school day. Follow individual healthcare plans, physician/provider orders, and school-specific protocols. Monitor the student for changes in condition and communicate concerns appropriately. Maintain accurate nursing documentation and confidential student health records. Communicate effectively with parents/guardians, teachers, school administrators, healthcare providers, and supervising nursing personnel as appropriate. Maintain confidentiality of student medical information. Follow infection-control, safety, and emergency procedures. Complete all required school-specific and student-specific training and competencies. Support the student's ability to safely participate in the school environment and educational activities. Perform other duties within the LPN scope of practice as assigned. Why Join ESS Clinical? Competitive weekly pay Flexible school-based schedule Health, dental, and vision benefits for eligible employees 401(k) eligibility Professional support from dedicated clinical and operations teams Opportunities for continued professional growth Rewarding work that positively impacts students and school communities every day Apply today and become part of ESS Clinical's mission to provide exceptional healthcare professionals who support student success throughout Craven County School District! Privacy Information When you apply for a position with ESS, we collect personal information such as: Contact details (name, email, phone, address) Application materials (resume, work history, education, references) Information you choose to provide during the hiring process (interviews, assessments, background checks, as permitted by law) We use this information to: Evaluate your candidacy and qualifications Conduct interviews and background checks Manage our recruitment and hiring processes Comply with applicable legal obligations We do not sell or share applicant personal information. We retain it as long as necessary for recruitment, compliance, and potential future opportunities. You may have rights under U.S. state privacy laws, including to request access, correction, deletion, or limitation of your personal information. For details about our practices and your rights, please review our full Privacy Notices below. Click here if you are a California resident: CA Privacy Policy Click here if you reside in all other U.S.
