Licensed Practical Nurse :: Murfreesboro, Tennessee
Company: STI
Location: Murfreesboro
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Description: 44592 LPN for Rutherford County Schools GENERAL
SUMMARY: The purpose of LPNs in the school setting is to carry out
nursing procedures and related activities, as delegated by other
health professionals, which enhance the health and well-being of
school age children and adolescents. Licensed Practical Nurses
(LPNs) may practice in a school setting under the supervision of a
licensed Professional Registered Nurse (RN). Supervision is defined
by the Tennessee Board of Nursing and overseeing or inspecting with
authority. The LPN must function within the provisions of the Nurse
Practice Act, the standards of practice established for LPNs and
other state and local statutes and regulations applicable to school
nursing practice. They must also adhere to the Rutherford County
Board of Education policies and administrative guidelines.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Works as a team member with
RN assigned to the school. Prepare and administers medications and
treatments to students according to district protocols and under
the supervision of the RN using knowledge of purpose and adverse
effects of nursing care provided. Must be proficient with
tracheostomy care in the school setting under the supervision of
the RN. Intervenes prudently and in a timely manner on students’
behalf, observing standards of care based on current medical and
nursing knowledge. Completes all documentation for observation,
planning, and evaluation of care provided to students. Maintains
open lines of communication with the RN and other appropriate
school personnel while ensuring confidentiality. Acts with first
aid knowledge in emergencies. WORK ETHICS: Confidentiality
–maintains confidentiality of all students or faculty members.
Competence – demonstrates effective in applying nursing skills.
Reliability –stays on task on assigned duties. Responsibility –
accepts directions well, carries out directions from RN and Nursing
Supervisor. Accountability – must maintain routine daily schedule
as filed with the Nursing Supervisor. Diplomacy – is tactful in
dealing with others. Interaction with others – maintains positive
interactions with students, parents, and other school employees.
Loyalty – is loyal to the Rutherford County School system and
co-workers. Safety – uses Universal Precautions and Aseptic /
Sterile technique appropriately. Open Mindedness – is willing to
accept suggestions. Professionalism – practices good nursing
ethics, maintains confidentiality, maintains current CPR
certification. Dress Code – is dressed and groomed appropriately in
scrubs or lab coat over business casual street clothes, and no low
cut or revealing blouses. No sweat pants. No jeans unless “casual
day” at assigned school(s). No perfumes or colognes. No smoking.
Cooperation – works well with others. Communication – consults with
other professionals appropriately, notifies RN of any concerns with
students. Punctuality – Reports to school on time. TERMS OF
EMPLOYMENT: This is full-time 10-month non-tenured position.
QUALIFICATIONS: Holds an active Tennessee LPN license in good
standing; Is a licensed graduate of a Practical Nurse program with
a minimum of two years of recent nursing experience, preferably in
school nursing, pediatric nursing, community health nursing, home
health, and/or emergency department; Has access to a serviceable
automobile in order to perform required travel between schools
(reimbursed for mileage from first school to all other school
related travel throughout the day); Has good verbal and written
communications skills, experience in computer charting
advantageous; Must be physically able to fulfill all performance
requirements for grades pre-K to 12 (i.e., lifting, stooping,
bending, etc.).
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