Health Assistant Paraprofessional​/LPN

Health Assistant LPN Paraprofessional – Denfeld High School – 33.75 hours/week – Monday to Friday 8:30 am – 3:45 pm –
Starting Wage: $24.18 - $26.59/hr + Benefits

Duluth Public Schools is seeking an individual to provide health services, maintain records, and promote the health and well‑being of students.

• Requires a minimum of a one‑year certificate in a licensed practical nursing from a college or technical school

• Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), First Aid and CPR certification required.

• General knowledge of assessing injuries and illnesses
• General knowledge of health issues such as immunizations, diabetes, blood‑borne pathogens, asthma, seizures, allergies, and so forth
• Knowledge of immunization schedules and laws
• General knowledge of administering such medications as Epi‑pens, insulin pens, nebulizers, and so forth
• Familiarity with database programs for entering health records
• Ability to maintain confidentiality regarding student information
• Ability to be flexible and work independently

In addition to rewarding career opportunities, Duluth Public Schools offers an excellent benefit package to employees who are hired into positions scheduled to work 24 hours/week or more.

• Single Coverage – District pays 100% of premium (FREE) + contributes $2,612.50 into HRA annually
• Family Coverage – District pays 75% of premium (25% employee contribution) + contributes $5,225.00 into HRA annually
• Single Coverage – District pays 100% of Basic premium (FREE)
• Family Coverage – District pays 25% of Premium

• District provides minimum of $50,000 of life insurance at no cost; employee may purchase supplemental life insurance

• District-provided at no cost to employee

• Employees may elect to contribute on a pre‑tax basis to Health Flexible Spending Accounts and Dependent Care Accounts

• The District contributes 7.5% of your total salary in the Public Employees Retirement Association pension plan.
• Employees may also elect to participate in Tax‑Shelter Annuity options.

• Each bargaining unit contract defines time off provisions such as holidays, sick/personal leave, vacation, etc.