Important message:

As of November 1, 2021, all MPS employees are required to be fully vaccinated. The health and safety of our staff and students is our number one priority. That's why all offers of employment are contingent on the candidate showing proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (currently one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine) to pass the pre-employment requirements. Individuals with medical issues or sincerely held religious beliefs that prevent them from getting the vaccine may request an accommodation from the vaccine requirement.

The school Nurse Associate (LPN) provides nursing care for students with chronic or special health care needs in the elementary, middle and high school setting under the direction and supervision of a Milwaukee Public Schools Nursing Supervisor.

Licensure through National Council for State Boards of Nursing

• LPN Credentials Only
  - Must be CPR certified
  - One year of hands on experience providing nursing care to children is required
  - Must be able to physically perform all duties including lifting up to 50 pounds
  - Must have effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
  - Must hold a valid Wisconsin's driver's license at time of appointment (and throughout employment) and availability of a properly insured personal automobile for use on the job) car allowance provided)

Interested applicants should complete all sections of the application including the online submission of a current resume and three (3) letters of recommendation dated within the last year and signed by the author. Non-MPS employees should attach transcripts conferring their LPN Diploma, associate, undergraduate and, if applicable, graduate degrees.

How To Apply

Interested applicants should complete all sections of the application including the online submission of a current resume and three (3) letters of recommendation dated within the last year and signed by the author. Non-MPS employees should attach transcripts conferring their LPN Diploma, associate, undergraduate and, if applicable, graduate degrees.

Other Information

Important message:

As of November 1, 2021, all MPS employees are required to be fully vaccinated. The health and safety of our staff and students is our number one priority. That's why all offers of employment are contingent on the candidate showing proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (currently one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine) to pass the pre-employment requirements. Individuals with medical issues or sincerely held religious beliefs that prevent them from getting the vaccine may request an accommodation from the vaccine requirement.

Qualifications

Licensure through National Council for State Boards of Nursing

• LPN Credentials Only
  - Must be CPR certified
  - One year of hands on experience providing nursing care to children is required
  - Must be able to physically perform all duties including lifting up to 50 pounds
  - Must have effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
  - Must hold a valid Wisconsin's driver's license at time of appointment (and throughout employment) and availability of a properly insured personal automobile for use on the job) car allowance provided)

Responsibilities

• Performs direct intervention tasks such as taking vital signs, performing CPR/AED and utilizing child specific emergency protocol as required, and appropriate management of illness/injury of students according to Red Cross and MPS policies, and insuring the safety of students and self utilizing medical aids and or body mechanics to turn, transfer, or ambulate students.

• Reinforces teaching provided by registered nurse to students, and facilitates student compliance with health screening programs suggested by School Nurse and/or School Nurse Supervisors.

• Identifies and reports notable changes in a student's medical condition or need for medical attention due to illness, accident, injury or general observation to either the School Nurse Supervisor or Principal.

• Reports to the School Nurse Supervisor any safety hazards with would jeopardize the student while in transit to and/or from home or school.

• Other duties as assigned

Pay,Benefits, & Work Schedule

Starting Salary $24.00 - $31.00 Per Hour

2-4 Hours Per Day/1 -5 Days Per Week

10-Month School Year (No Work During Summer)

189 Work Days

Equal Employment Opportunity

The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.

In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.