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LPN - 1:1 SUPPORT FOR ELEMENTARY STUDENT


Chelmsford Public Schools
Chelmsford, Massachusetts

Job Details
Job ID: 3927284 Application Deadline: Posted until Filled
Posted: June 16, 2022 Starting Date: August 29, 2022

Job Description
Chelmsford Public Schools - Announcement of Nursing Vacancies for the 2022-2023 School Year

The Chelmsford Public Schools is now accepting applications for the following vacancy.

Position: Full Time LPN -- provide 1:1 support in classroom setting

Location: South Row Elementary School

General Description: The Nurse will provide 1:1 medical and ADL support for a student with specialized health care needs. This position will also support the student with accommodations in the classroom for the student to access learning.

Qualifications:
  • Possession of a valid Commonwealth of Massachusetts license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
  • Valid and current certification in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation and AED from a recognized provider (e.g., American Heart Association).
  • Nursing experience in community or child health. Experience in pediatrics is preferred.
  • Understanding of child growth and development
  • Ability to think critically and react decisively in emergency situations.
  • Demonstrated ability to be an effective communicator with students, staff members, and parents and able to maintain confidentiality.

    Physical Demands:
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, kneel, and talk or hear.
  • In an emergency, must be able to respond to the location quickly.
  • Must be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 10 pound and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 lbs.

Position Type: Full-time
Positions Available: 1


Welcome to Chelmsford Public Schools!

Located in Chelmsford Massachusetts, the Chelmsford Public Schools serves 5100 students and faculty at one pre-school, four elementary schools, two middle schools, and one high school. Our mission is to cultivate inspired, creative, and well-rounded lifelong learners who possess the integrity and self-direction necessary to be contributing community members.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Chelmsford Public Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws.

Job Requirements
LPN license required
  • At least 1 year of relevant experience preferred
  • Associate degree preferred
  • Citizenship, residency or work VISA in United States required
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    Application Questions
    This employer has requested that all applicants answer the following questions. It is highly recommended that you type any essays in a word processing program, save them, and then paste them on the proceeding job application page.
    1. Why are you interested in working in an elementary school setting?
    Short Essay (Answer limited to 600 characters, including spaces)

    Contact Information
    Peggy McGowan-Gump, Coordinator of Nursing Services
    200 Richardson Road
    North Chelmsford, Massachusetts 01863
    Phone: 978-341-5521
    Email: gumpp@chelmsford.k12.ma.us