School Health Licensed Practical Nurse

Company: Fairfax County Government
Location: Fairfax
Posted on: May 23, 2025

Job Description:

Job Announcement

• This position includes a signing bonus for fully qualified new county employees in the amount of $10,000.Fairfax County Health Department is seeking dedicated Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) to improve the health and wellbeing of children in Fairfax County public schools. You will be the leading advocate for public health and well-being and care onsite, contributing to both school and community health.This position implements the School Health Services program under the supervision of the public health nurse in the health department's School Health Services Division. As an LPN you will be responsible for providing basic nursing care services and supervision for students, in a Fairfax County Public School setting. Assesses and determines students' health status and follows appropriate protocols to provide care, screening, and documentation. Monitors and manages students with acute or chronic disease and/or disabilities and documents the care services provided in accordance with standard protocol. Supports individual care needs, including insulin monitoring, and administers medication and treatment in line with health standards and practices. Manages medications, routine school health room activities and updates student health records daily. Assists in the monitoring and updating of student' care plans. Compiles and submits health room statistics and reports using computer data entry skills. Responds to medical emergencies and performs CPR and first aid. Maintains current BLS certification and licensing requirements.Benefits of working for the Fairfax County Health Department features:
  • Robust one-year orientation
  • Opportunity to make a difference by serving those most in need
  • Work collaboratively with community partners to address public health priorities
  • Focus on health education, health promotion and disease prevention
  • A learning culture
  • Work life balance
  • Great health benefits
  • Supportive team environmentNote: Fairfax County School Health Licensed Practical Nurses are full-time merit positions that are scheduled to work less than 12 months (approximately 38 weeks per year). Work schedule will be based on the service needs of the Health Department and Fairfax County Public Standard School Year Calendar. Multiple positions may be filled from this announcement.Required Knowledge Skills And Abilities(The knowledge, skills and abilities listed in this specification are representative of the class but are not an all-inclusive list.)
    • Knowledge of practical nursing skills gained through an accredited practical nursing program;
    • Skill in performing technical nursing procedures (e.g., injections, venipuncture, blood pressure screening);
    • Ability to identify questionable test findings;
    • Ability to perform CPR or perform emergency treatment for life-threatening conditions;
    • Ability to elicit sufficient pertinent medical information from a client and record a medical history that is complete and accurate;
    • Ability to establish and maintain good working relationships with clients and staff members.Employment StandardsMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Graduation from an accredited Practical Nursing program; plus two years of experience as a Licensed Practical Nurse.CERTIFICATES AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
      • Possession of current license or a multistate licensure privilege to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in the Commonwealth of Virginia
      • BLS Certification (Required within 30 days)NECESSARY SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS:The appointee to this position will be required to complete a criminal background check, child protective services check, sanction screenings, and Tuberculosis test to the satisfaction of the employer.PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:
        • Knowledge and understanding of a school health program and experience providing health care services to school aged children in ethnically diverse populations.
        • Knowledge of medications and medication management administration practices, and experience reviewing and administering childhood vaccinations.
        • Possess a high level of integrity and discretion in handling confidential information and professionalism in dealing with students, parents and colleagues.
        • Demonstrates excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to provide general health information to school age children and families with a wide variety of health problems under the supervision of a registered nurse.
        • Strong interpersonal abilities to communicate effectively and clearly with a diverse population and various stakeholders.
        • Ability to work independently and on interdisciplinary teams.
        • Proficiency with technology and the ability to learn and adapt to new systems, software, Microsoft Office, and digital tools as needed.
        • Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills to ensure safety and well-being of students.
        • Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability to respond effectively to situations and meet public health goals.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Ability to frequently communicate and be understood when communicating in-person, over the phone or computer; ability to exchange accurate information with others verbally and in writing. Ability to maintain BLS certification and physically perform CPR/AED techniques. Ability to read (visual acuity) data on a computer monitor; ability to operate keyboard driven equipment and computer and use of touchscreen. Ability to read, write, understand, interpret and apply information at a moderately complex level. Generally, works in an office/ school health room environment yet may occasionally be required to perform job duties outside of the typical office setting. Job requires the ability to alternate sitting and standing on a frequent basis, able walk, kneel, bend/stoop, extend arms to reach outward and upward and climbing stairs. Job requires the ability to use hands and arms to lift, push, pull and/or carry objects or young children, as much as 10 or more pounds in weight on a frequent basis. Uses hands and fingers to grasp, handle, feel, and/or manipulate small objects or equipment. All duties performed with or without reasonable accommodations.SELECTION PROCEDURE:Panel interview.The population of Fairfax County is very diverse where 38.7% of residents speak a language other than English at home (Spanish, Asian/Pacific Islander, Indo-European, and others) and we encourage candidates bilingual in English and a foreign language to apply to this opportunity.Fairfax County Government prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, age, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetics, political affiliation, or military status in the recruitment, selection, and hiring of its workforce.Reasonable accommodations are available to persons with disabilities during application and/or interview processes per the Americans with Disabilities Act. TTY 703-222-7314. DHREmployment@fairfaxcounty.gov EEO/AA/TTY.

Keywords: Fairfax County Government, Dundalk , School Health Licensed Practical Nurse, Healthcare , Fairfax, Maryland