Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN, LVN, Nursing) - School Program

Work where every moment matters. 

Every day, over 40,000 Hartford HealthCare colleagues come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing every moment matters here.  We invite you to become part of Connecticut’s most comprehensive healthcare network as a Licensed Practical Nurse.

For over 60 years, St. Vincent’s Special Needs Services (SVSNS) has been a trusted provider of specialized services for children and adults with multiple developmental disabilities and complex medical needs, such as cerebral palsy, acute brain injury, neuromuscular disorders and autism spectrum disorders. Each year, more than 400 children, adults and their families receive services from the organization.

Summary:
Provide school-based nursing and educational support to medically complex special need students. Ensure implementation of health care plans, promote student safety, and support access to learning through collaboration with school staff and families.

Key Responsibilities:

• Serve as primary caregiver for identified students during the school day
• Implement individualized plans of care and emergency care plans
• Monitor student health and report changes to the RN
• Assist with medical emergencies
• Administer medications and treatments; complete accurate daily documentation
• Accompany students during  field trips, and school activities
• Coordinate medical equipment and supplies
• Communicate effectively with families and interdisciplinary teams
• Participate in team meetings
• Assist students during emergency drills

• Current LPN license (required)
• Pediatric or school nursing experience preferred

Strong communication and documentation skills

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With locations around the state, Hartford HealthCare offers exciting opportunities for career development and growth.  Here, you are part of an organization on the cutting edge – helping to bring new technologies, breakthrough treatments and community education to countless men, women and children.  We know that a thriving organization starts with thriving colleagues-- we provide a competitive benefits program designed to ensure work/life balance.  Every moment matters.  And this is your moment.