Licensed Practical Nurse (for the 2026-27 School Year)

Openings as of 5/8/2026 force display?True Openings as of 5/8/2026 Licensed Practical Nurse (for the 2026-27 School Year) JobID: 3084 Position Type: Student Support Services/ School Nurse Date Posted: 5/8/2026 Location: Central Office TITLE: Licensed Practical Nurse QUALIFICATIONS: Holds current license as a Licensed Professional Nurse in the State of Louisiana Must have at least two years of professional experience as a nurse REPORTS TO: Supervisor of Student Services JOB GOAL: To ensure that all students may fully participate in the educational endeavors of the school system through early screening and treatment of health problems. PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Ensures confidentiality. Administers prescribed medication. Contacts the school nurse in the case of major illness or serious injury. Reports safety hazards to school nurse and other designated school personnel. Screens children for obvious health problems and handicaps. Conducts home visits to advise parents in proper care of children with impairments. Serves as a resource person to special education classroom and clinics by providing up-to-date health care information. Becomes informed of the special needs of each child by consulting relevant records of the Parish Health Unit. Coordinates and supports public health programs. Assists with first-aid as directed by the school nurse. Assists with vision and hearing screenings as directed by the school nurse. Performs secretarial services such as reception, typing, filing, and Medicaid billing. Assists with the maintenance of health and immunization records. Maintains neatness in health office. Assists with inventory and replacement of first-aid supplies and equipment in schools. Assists with pediculosis screening Develops and implements an Individual Growth Plan based on the previous year's observation and evaluation recommendations. Completes a self-evaluation annually. Performs other duties as assigned by the proper authority. PROFESSIONAL ETHICS: Collaborates and communicates effectively and respectfully with colleagues and the community to promote growth and to accomplish the district's mission. Maintains regular attendance and punctuality and notifies appropriate personnel of absences and late arrivals in a prompt manner, as per district procedures. Complies with all district rules and policies. Ensures proper care of supplies, electronics/computers and other equipment. Maintains his/her assigned area and its environment in a manner conducive to a professional working environment. Participates in activities to improve professional competence, including those activities required by the board. Oversees the maintenance of current records and reports as assigned. Projects a well-groomed, professional appearance. Accepts and implements assistance and resources designed to improve or enhance performance. Contributes to achieving the district's mission and engages in self-reflection and growth opportunities. Is courteous to faculty, staff and the public. Recognizes and respects the rights and property of other employees and the public. Exhibits professional and ethical conduct. Exercises proper judgment and refrains from conduct which reduces or causes a loss of his/her effectiveness in the profession. Adheres to all deadlines set by board policy. Exhibits positive personal behavior and avoids improprieties or the appearance of improprieties. Maintains confidentiality of all matters related to student and employee matters. Reports job-related injuries within 48 hours of a work accident to the immediate supervisor. Adheres to the DeSoto Parish School Board's Sexual Harassment Policy to be found at File: GAEAA. TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Nine months EVALUATION: All certified and other professional personnel are evaluated in writing each year. FLSA: Non-Exempt Email To A Friend Print Version Postings current as of 5/8/2026 11:03:06 PM CST. Powered by Aspex Solutions - AppliTrack, Applicant Tracking for Educators. Online Job Employment Applications, Web Based Employment Applications for School Districts and Educational Institutions - www.aspexsolutions.com You can also view Louisiana teaching jobs at www.k12jobspot.com. K12JobSpot is a site that has thousands of teaching jobs - all from AppliTrack school districts.