Local Contract LPN / LVN - School Nurse - $36-38 per hour

Company : Wellspring Nurse Source

Location : Philadelphia, PA, 19117

Posted Date : 13 October 2025

Job Type : Contractor

Category : Nursing

Occupation : School Nurse

Job Details

Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a LPN / LVN School Nurse for a local contract job in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: School Nurse
Discipline: LPN / LVN
Start Date: 10/20/2025
Duration: 13 weeks
40 hours per week
Shift: 8 hours, days
Employment Type: Local Contract

School Licensed Practical Nurse: Health Services LPN Location: Contract Duration: School Year Assignment Type: Full time Contract | Mon–Fri

Local candidates preferred

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The School Health Service Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) provides direct nursing services to students within the school setting to promote health, safety, and academic success. The role focuses on preventive care, routine health management, and responding to student health needs in compliance with Pennsylvania nursing standards and district policies.

Responsibilities:

● Provide first aid and emergency care for illnesses or injuries during school hours.

● Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and school policy.

● Monitor and document student health conditions, including vital signs and symptoms.

● Support students with chronic health conditions (e.g., diabetes, asthma, allergies).

● Conduct screenings (vision, hearing, growth, BMI, scoliosis) as required by state and district guidelines.

● Maintain immunization and health records for compliance with state regulations.

● Communicate with parents/guardians regarding student health needs and follow-up care.

● Collaborate with teachers, school staff, and administrators to support student health and academic participation.

● Refer students to community healthcare providers or specialists as appropriate.

● Educate students and families about wellness, hygiene, nutrition, and disease prevention.

● Provide health-related training to school staff (e.g., EpiPen, seizure response, CPR basics).

Minimum Requirements:

● Active Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with a current, valid nursing license in PA

● CPR - BLS American Heart Association

● A minimum of 1 year of nursing experience

● PPD or chest x-ray if applicable

● Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)

● Must meet all federal, state and local requirements

About Wellspring Nurse Source

Wellspring is nurse owned and operated which means that we get you, we stand behind you, and we advocate for you. We are 100% committed to helping you find your best job at the best rate. We are unwavering in our commitment to supporting our clinicians on every step of their travel adventure, assisting with everything from onboarding and payroll to on-the-job clinical support with a dedicated Clinician Success Team. You’re not just a number at Wellspring, you’re a valued member of our family. Join us and experience the Wellspring difference.