School Nurse – LPN

  • Path 6355

    Maricopa County, Arizona

  • Group 6411

    $35 - $40 per hour

  • Group 6412

    Contract

  • Group 6413

    On-Site

  • Group 6413

    Job ID: 82881

  • Group 6426

    Posted today

Onward Education is a specialized education staffing and talent solutions company that helps educators, therapists, and school health professionals find top jobs with the nation's top schools. We're partnering with a school in Maricopa County, Arizona to hire a dedicated Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to provide 1:1 care for a student with complex medical needs.

This is a highly impactful role supporting student safety, access, and participation throughout the school day. Important note: this assignment requires the nurse to ride the bus with the student.

Position Details:

  • Setting: On-site school-based assignment (1:1 student support)
  • Hours: 40 hours/week
  • School Year: 2026/2027


Responsibilities:

  • Provide dedicated 1:1 nursing care and monitoring for a student with complex medical needs throughout the school day
  • Administer medications per orders and follow care plans
  • Manage and monitor medical equipment as needed
  • Respond to urgent/emergent situations and coordinate with the school team per protocol
  • Support safe participation in educational activities (including transitions and transportation as required)
  • Maintain accurate, compliant documentation and communication with appropriate school staff


Qualifications:

  • Active LPN license (required)
  • Experience supporting pediatric or school-aged populations strongly preferred
  • Comfort providing 1:1 care and responding to medical needs in a school setting
  • Able to support student transportation needs, including riding the bus with the student
  • Strong communication, professionalism, and documentation skills


What We Offer
Competitive compensation (details shared during the screening process), a streamlined hiring process, and ongoing recruiter support and advocacy throughout your assignment.

Why Apply?
If you're an LPN who wants a consistent schedule and the chance to make a direct impact on a student's daily success and safety, this is a meaningful opportunity for the 2026/2027 school year.

Ready to join us? Apply today -- we can't wait to hear from you.

 

About Onward Education

Onward Education is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider. We work with K-12 schools to continuously pipeline and fill specialized roles. As such, not all jobs contain an application deadline.

 

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected category. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment.
EOE/M/F/D/V/SO

 

Inclusive Hiring Practices

We’re committed to making every part of our hiring process accessible and inclusive. If you need any accommodations or adjustments to support you during the application or interview process, please contact us at info@onwardedu.com.

 

Employment Eligibility

In compliance with federal law, all persons hired must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States. We are unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp / Independent Contractor arrangements. All freelancers will be hired as W2 employees.

 

Benefits

We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan to all eligible full-time temporary employees. Onward Education is a drug-free workplace.

Virtual Interview Process

To help streamline the hiring process and ensure a more flexible and accessible experience for all candidates, we’ve partnered with Alex.com, a virtual interviewing platform. For select job openings, you may receive a text or email invitation from Alex, our virtual interviewer, to learn more about your qualifications.

To learn more about the platform, visit https://www.alex.com/.

 

Job Seeker Scam Alert

We’ve become aware of fraudulent recruiters impersonating Onward Education representatives to collect personal or financial information from potential job seekers. Please be advised, we will only communicate with our talent through verified email addresses such as @onwardedu and will never reach out through Gmail or any other public domains. You can learn more about potential threats and how to protect yourself by visiting our job seeker scam alert page.

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At Onward Education, we connect experienced educational support staff with top opportunities at K-12 schools across the nation. Our specialized recruiters understand the unique demands of the education sector and provide job seekers with exclusive roles and dedicated support.

We’ll match you with positions that align with your expertise and preferred school environment. Moreover, we’ll advocate for you with your target schools and negotiate on your behalf to secure the compensation package you deserve.

Whether you're seeking a full-time position or a short-term assignment, we offer competitive benefits, including weekly pay, 401(k) options, and industry-leading healthcare coverage. When your contract ends, we’ll help you find your next opportunity right away. Apply today and take the next step in your education career!