One-to-one Licensed Practical Nurse; LPN

One-to-one Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Springfield Public Schools – School Health Services, Springfield, Massachusetts.
Job : 5525587.
Final date to receive applications: Feb 19, 2026 11:59 PM (Eastern Standard Time).
Posted: Feb 05, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC).
Starting Date: Immediately.

Reports To: Principal/Nursing Supervisor.
Position Type: FT – School Year.
Job Categories: Instructional Support >
Paraprofessional / IA, Student Services >
School Nurse.

Salary: LPN - Union Salary Schedule ($39.21 to $40.71 BU Salary Schedule).

The One-to-One Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing care and support to an assigned student in accordance with their Individualized Education Program (IEP) and medical plan. Responsibilities include performing nursing services, assisting with personal care and activities of daily living, and carrying out clinical procedures necessary to support the student’s health and educational goals. The LPN collaborates with the school nurse, classroom teacher, and principal, and may perform additional duties as assigned to ensure the student’s safety, well‑being, and full participation in the school environment.

• Primarily responsible for student safety, direct and indirect nursing care, and actively facilitate student's learning plans.
• Assess and evaluate students’ medical history, including social, behavioral, psychological, and familial concerns.
• Utilizing evidence-based practice, identify need for appropriate nursing services in the school setting.
• Initiate a plan of care with students and family input to best meet needs of individual student.
• Implement plan of care with consultation with school staff and community providers as necessary.
• Evaluate effectiveness of interventions and revise plan as necessary.
• Provides care in special needs classrooms assigned.
• Administer prescribed and approved medication to students with parent/guardian and physician consent.
• Conduct home visits to initiate or follow up on the health care needs of students.
• Notify appropriate individuals—building nurse, parents, staff, physicians—of immediate and potential health‑related concerns.
• Provides information about health and disease prevention; implements infection control practices as needed.
• Promotes healthy programs in collaboration with coalitions, associations, CDC and Department of Public Health.
• Acts as a resource in health education to students and families and refers to appropriate help agencies when necessary.
• Report to work as scheduled and conduct self in a professional manner.
• Is a role model for other nurses and for students in SPS.
• Maintains current CPR/First Aid and LPN certifications.

• A minimum of one to two years of child health, community health, or other relevant clinical nursing experience.
• A valid and current Licensed Practical Nurse License by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
• CPR and First Aid Certification by a recognized provider, renewable bi‑annually.

• No lifting, bending or twisting restrictions.
• Must be able to ambulate quickly and walk up four flights of stairs.

The above job description outlines the general nature and responsibilities of individuals in this role. Additional tasks may be assigned by Nursing Administration or the Principal as needed to meet the needs of the student and school.

Springfield Public Schools offers competitive salaries and benefits, along with professional development opportunities, mentorship programs, and career advancement pathways.

The Springfield Public Schools is a committed equal‑opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, genetic information, ancestry, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected category. The district also adheres to Title IX and prohibits sex discrimination and sexual harassment.

Please contact Carmen Molina‑Figueroa at atmolinafigueroac for assistance with the position.