Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) / Office Assistant

Position Summary

The Licensed Practical Nurse will provide health services to strengthen and facilitate the educational process by modifying or removing health-related barriers to learning.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Adhere to all School Nurse Regulations as outlined in the Arkansas State Board of Nursing and follow all VBSD policies and procedures.

Provide nursing care to students and staff under the direction of a Registered Nurse (RN).

Conduct vision and hearing screenings as well as other routine health checks and state mandated screenings.

Administer medication and nursing care procedures as prescribed by the student’s physician.

Provide health related information and resources to students, staff and parents as needed.

Actively participate in school safety plans and wellness committees.

Follow Individualized student health care plans for students with IHCP in place.

Provide support to the administrative assistant to ensure the school office runs smoothly and efficiently.

Answer and direct phone calls.

Assist students, staff, and parents as needed.

Qualifications

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license

CPR and First Aid Certification required

Pediatric and/or emergency medicine experience preferred

Clean background check

Oral and written communication skills

Ability to operate office equipment such as a computer, printer, fax machine, and telephone

Physical requirements

Be able to sit or stand for extended periods of time

Be able to bend, stoop, squat, kneel, reach and lift (up to 50 lbs.)

Physically assist students as needed

Reports to: Assistant Principal/Principal, Head Nurse and Registered Nurse (RN)

Contract: A full contract for this position is 181 days. The 2026-2027 contract will be prorated based on days worked.