Job Description & Requirements Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
StartDate:
8/24/2026
Available Shifts:
7.5
D Pay Rate:
$1811.00
00 AMN Healthcare is partnering with a local school district in Newport News, Virginia, to hire a compassionate and skilled Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide one-to-one nursing support for a student with specialized healthcare needs. The LPN will accompany the student during transportation to and from school, provide direct nursing care throughout the school day, and help ensure the student's safety, health, and access to educational programming. Essential Responsibilities Provide continuous 1:1 nursing care to an assigned student throughout the school day. Accompany the student on the school bus to and from school and monitor health status during transportation. Implement physician orders, individualized healthcare plans (IHPs), emergency care plans (ECPs), and other medical protocols. Administer medications and treatments as prescribed. Monitor vital signs, symptoms, and overall health status. Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and activate emergency procedures when necessary. Support activities of daily living, including feeding, mobility, positioning, toileting, and personal care when required. Maintain accurate, timely documentation of nursing services and student health records. Communicate effectively with parents/guardians, school personnel, transportation staff, and healthcare providers regarding the student's health needs. Ensure all medical supplies and equipment are available, functioning, and transported as necessary. Follow HIPAA, FERPA, district policies, and nursing practice standards to maintain confidentiality and student safety. Participate in team meetings and collaborate with educational staff to support student success.
Required Qualifications Licensed Practical Nurse, School References:
1 Reference in entire work history Graduate of an accredited Licensed Practical Nursing (LPN) program. Active Virginia LPN license in good standing. Current CPR/BLS certification. Minimum one year of nursing experience. Ability to safely administer medications and perform skilled nursing procedures as required by the student's care plan. Strong communication, documentation, and interpersonal skills. Successful completion of all required background checks and school district onboarding requirements.
Physical Requirements:
Ability to lift, transfer, position, and assist students as needed. Ability to accompany a student on school transportation daily. Ability to respond quickly and appropriately in emergency situations. Preferred Qualifications Previous experience working in a school, pediatric, home health, or special education setting. Experience supporting students with complex medical needs, including: Seizure disorders Feeding tubes (G-tube) Tracheostomy care Diabetes management Mobility impairments Medication administration Experience providing transportation nursing services. Facility Location Located in the Hampton Roads metropolitan area of Virginia, Newport News is truly an aquatic city, surrounded on almost all sides by bodies of water, including the Atlantic Ocean and the James River. Fans of aquatic sports then will find themselves with no shortage of recreational activities, from sailing to canoeing, fishing and swimming. The city's historic downtown is renowned for its preserved historic architecture and landmarks, including the Newport News Victory Arch. History buffs will want to check out the Mariner's Museum and the Virginia War Museum, both of which are well known for their collections. The Peninsula Fine Arts Center is a great option for the creative-minded, containing a rotating gallery of regional and national exhibits. Job Benefits Allied travel assignments are typically for 13 weeks and offer generous packages that include: Competitive pay rates Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) and Flex Spending Life Insurance Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage Free Continuing Education Competitive Housing Deal Refer a friend and earn extra cash! About the Company At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable. Licensed practical nurse, LPN, school nurse, school RN, school LPN, school nurses RN, R.N., registered nurse, registered professional nurse, health care, healthcare, medical, education, grade school, high school, nursing, nurse
