Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse Job Summary
The Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse (LPN / LVN) will provide skilled, personalized nursing care for students with special needs in community, school, or home health settings. This role is ideal for a Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse with experience working with children, adolescents, and families, focused on creating a therapeutic, individualized environment. This is a full-time contract position through May 2025.
Compensation:
$28-$33 per hour, based on experience.
ABOUT US
For over 40 years, CapsuleAID has been a leader in connecting nurses and healthcare professionals to facilities nationwide. Healthcare systems across the U.S.-from public health facilities and senior care companies to school systems-trust CapsuleAID to provide skilled healthcare professionals on demand. Join us as a Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse and bring your expertise to an organization committed to excellence in patient care.
Benefits Offered:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Referral Program
- Tuition Reimbursement
- 401(k) Plan
- Flexible Schedules
- Life Insurance
- Disability Insurance
- Identity Theft Insurance
Requirements
- Education: Completion of an accredited program in practical nursing, qualifying you as a Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse.
- Licensure: Current, unrestricted license in the state of Texas as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Licensed Vocational Nurse.
- Experience: Minimum of one year of recent LPN / LVN experience, especially with children, adolescents, and families in a community, school, or home health setting.
- Credentials: Background check, OIG, SAM, OFAC, and NSO screenings as required.
- Current BLS-level CPR certification (American Heart Association or equivalent)
- Compliance with Hepatitis B vaccine
- TB screening and baseline testing upon hire (two-step PPD or Quantiferon Gold as required)
- Drug screening as per client contract.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care under the supervision of an RN or physician.
- Administer prescribed medications and monitor patient reactions.
- Assist students with special needs in daily living skills, social skills, and recreational activities.
- Record and maintain health information in compliance with HIPAA.
- Ensure all care practices respect cultural diversity and age-specific needs.
- Special Focus: As a Licensed Practical Nurse / Licensed Vocational Nurse, support individual students with special needs by providing clinical care and therapeutic activities to promote independence and developmental progress.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
CapsuleAID Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We welcome all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $28.00 – $33.00 per hour
Estimated hours: 40 per week
