Job Description
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – School-Based 1:1 Student Care
Interim HealthCare is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide one-on-one nursing care and transportation support for an elementary-aged student in the Rochester, New Hampshire area.
This is a rewarding opportunity for an LPN who enjoys working with children and wants to make a meaningful difference in a student’s daily life. The ideal candidate will be patient, attentive, dependable, and comfortable providing hands-on nursing care while supporting the student’s safety, comfort, and participation in the school environment.
Position Details
- Schedule: Monday–Friday
- Typical hours: Approximately 7:45 AM–3:00 PM, with some schedule variation based on the school calendar
- School Transportation: Nursing support required for two bus runs each day — morning pickup and afternoon drop-off
- Primary School: Specialized private school located in Rochester, NH
- Additional Assignment: During school hours, the LPN will provide nursing support in a Rochester public school
- Friday Schedule: The student’s specialized school dismisses at approximately 11:45 AM on Fridays, with the LPN's schedule and assignment adjusted accordingly
The LPN will accompany the student during the morning bus run, provide individualized nursing care during the school day, and accompany the student during the afternoon bus run.
Responsibilities
- Provide compassionate, individualized 1:1 nursing care throughout the school day
- Accompany and provide nursing support during the assigned morning and afternoon school bus runs
- Monitor the student’s health status and respond appropriately to medical needs
- Provide G-tube care and administer feedings, medications, and treatments according to physician orders and the student’s care plan
- Assist with positioning, mobility, transfers, and other physical care needs as appropriate
- Monitor for changes in the student’s condition and communicate concerns promptly
- Support the student’s communication, comfort, safety, and participation in classroom and school activities
- Provide assistance with personal care and activities of daily living as needed
- Collaborate closely with teachers, school staff, parents/guardians, and healthcare providers
- Maintain accurate and timely nursing documentation
- Follow all school, district, transportation, and nursing care policies and procedures
- Provide a calm, supportive, and nurturing presence throughout the school day
- Transition between the student’s specialized school assignment and the Rochester public school assignment as scheduled
Benefits
- Locally owned and operated office
- Meaningful 1:1 nursing care where you can make a direct impact
- Competitive pay and benefits
- Weekly pay
- No holiday or weekend requirements
- Consistent Monday–Friday school-based schedule
- Supportive clinical and office team
- Opportunity to earn CEUs
- Paid CPR certification and renewal classes available
- Employee referral bonus program
Qualifications
- Current Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of New Hampshire
- Minimum of one (1) year of clinical experience within the last five years
- Pediatric, school nursing, G-tube, or complex-care experience preferred
- Current CPR Certification required
- Comfortable providing hands-on care and assisting with mobility, transfers, and positioning
- Ability to safely perform the physical requirements of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation
- Reliable transportation
- Strong communication, observation, and organizational skills
- Patient, compassionate, dependable, and attentive approach to caring for children
- Ability to work collaboratively with school personnel, families, and healthcare professionals
- Ability to maintain a consistent schedule and provide dependable support for school transportation
About Us
Founded in 1966, Interim HealthCare is America’s leading provider of home care, hospice, and healthcare staffing services. With more than 300 offices nationwide, we offer a wide range of healthcare career opportunities in supportive environments that value compassion, integrity, and clinical excellence.
At Interim HealthCare, we are committed to helping healthcare professionals thrive while making a positive impact in the communities we serve. Our school-based nurses have the opportunity to build meaningful relationships with students while providing the skilled care and support they need to succeed in their school environment.
If you are a caring LPN looking for a rewarding opportunity to make a lasting difference in the life of a child, we would love to hear from you!
Equal Opportunity Employer
Interim HealthCare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
Job Tags
Weekly pay, Part time, Interim role, Work at office, Monday to Friday, Weekend work, Day shift