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09/26/2025

School Clinical Nurse

Lorain County Public Health

Job Title

School Clinical Nurse

Division

 

Immediate Supervisor

 

Salary Classification

 

FLSA

  

Pay Status

$22.87 - $29.18

Employment Status

 Part-time

Normal Working Hours

 32.5 Hours a week, between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm

 

School Clinical Nurse - (Current Assignment: Keystone 32.5 hours)

 

Lorain County Public Health is seeking to hire a passionate Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to make a difference in our School Health Program. This role offers the opportunity to provide direct clinical care in a school setting throughout the academic year. As an LPN, you’ll work within your scope of practice and under the guidance of our School Nurse Supervisor—helping students stay healthy, safe, and ready to learn.

 

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

  1. Provide direct nursing care for school-age children including those with disabilities and chronic health conditions. 
  2. Monitor for signs and symptoms of illness including vital signs.
  3. Attend to injuries and illness and provide first aid.
  4. Administer medications and medical treatments per physician order and nursing care plan. 
  5. Additional duties may include but are not limited to: daily diabetic monitoring, trach care, G-tube feeding, and toileting.
  6. Perform student vision and hearing screening per Ohio Department of Health Guidelines.  Provide referrals if needed and assist families in obtaining follow-ups with a physician.  Submit required Ohio Department of Health screening reports.
  7. Maintain student health records.  Review vaccine records for compliance with state requirements and CDC recommendations.  Provide immunization education and resources to parents.  Submit required Ohio Department of Health immunization reports.
  8. Conduct communicable disease surveillance and reporting.
  9. Document all nursing care and interventions accurately and timely.
  10. Adhere to HIPAA and FERPA guidelines.
  11. Follow the Licensed Practical Nurse Scope and Standards of Practice as outlined by the Ohio Board of Nursing and Ohio Revised Code, Section 4723.01 (F)
  12. Conduct other duties as assigned.

 

MAJOR WORK CHARACTERISTICS

Demonstrate knowledge of child and adolescent health issues, growth, and development, and social-emotional needs.  Demonstrate competency in providing care to ill or injured children and children with medical needs.  Must be able to provide culturally appropriate and compassionate care.

 

Must be able to perform duties in a fast-paced school clinic setting, follow physician’s orders, and nursing care plans.  Able to work independently and as a team player. Must be able to follow instructions and guidance from the lead nurse in the school district.

 

Must be able to prioritize activities and needs, follow timelines and meet work deadlines. Must have clear and professional oral and written communication skills. Competent in computer skills including word, email, and electronic health records. May require minimal travel.

 

MINIMUM CLASS REQUIREMENT (including license, if any)

Must hold a current LPN license in the State of Ohio.  Be in possession of a valid driver’s license for the State of Ohio with reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance.  Must have proof of and maintain up-to-date vaccinations for healthcare providers or be in the process of completing.  Must be able to wear PPE, including a face mask and face shield, when required.

 

CURRENT WORK ASSIGNMENT: This is a part-time position of up to 32.5hours a week. The current assignment is in the Keystone School District. Start and end times may fluctuate based on assignment needs but typically fall between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm.

 

COMPENSATION: Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance. Ohio Public Employee’s Retirement System (PERS). Paid vacation, holidays, and sick leave. Tuition reimbursement is available.

 

Hourly Rate: $22.87 - $29.18

 

HOW TO APPLY: Interested candidates may upload their resume at loraincountyhealth.bamboohr.com/careers 

Resumes will be accepted until position is filled. 

 

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be interpreted as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel in this position.

 

Equal Opportunity Employer M/F

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