Nurse LPN

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) for the 2025/26 School Year

Salary: $39,264 annually (School-term position - based on working 209 days, starting in August 2025)

Job Location: Missouri School for the Deaf (MSD), Fulton, MO 65251

Essential Functions:

The incumbent must have the ability to perform the essential functions below either with or without reasonable accommodations .

• Prepares and administers prescription medications to students according to directions from physicians and approval of the Health Center’s Registered Nurse.
• Gives First Aid and PRN medication as appropriate and necessary according to the nursing process and standing orders from school physician.
• Maintains personal work schedules, doctor visits for students or emergency visits as approved by supervisor.
• Assists physicians with examinations and records appropriate documentation.
• Provides appropriate instruction to students regarding health care.
• Answer the Health Center’s switchboard and maintain harmonious relationships with students, parents and campus staff.
• Documents all medicines, treatments and education provided on students' individual charts and other appropriate records.
• Observes students and reviews records as necessary and reports changes in condition or behavior.
• Notifies supervisor and/or physician of appropriate concerns including emergencies.
• Admits students to the Health Center with appropriate documentation.
• Ability to meet the American Sign Language competency level of Survival Plus.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Required/Preferred:

• Graduate of an accredited school of practical nursing with an application for nursing boards, or possession of current license to practice as a Practical Nurse in Missouri.
• Maintain LPN license
• One year of professionally supervised experience in a health care setting preferred.

Lack of post-secondary education will not be used as the sole basis denying consideration to any applicant

NOTE: If a college degree is a requirement for this position, transcripts MUST be submitted with the application in order to be considered for employment. Failure to include transcripts (when required for the position) with your application will eliminate the application from the review process .

More reasons to love this position:

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck. To help demonstrate the value of working for the State of Missouri, we have created an interactive Total Compensation Calculator. This tool provides a comprehensive view of benefits and more that are offered to prospective employees. The Total Compensation Calculator and other applicant resources can be found here .

If you have questions about this position please contact: hr@msd.dese.mo.gov

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer: Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you have special needs addressed by the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), please contact Human Resources at (573) 751-9619, through Missouri Relay System at (800) 735-2966, or via email at hr@dese.mo.gov .

Notice of Non-Discrimination: The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to Department employment practices may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Human Resources Director, 8th floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, Missouri 65102-0480; telephone number 573-751-9619 or TYY 800-735-2966.



To Our Applicants with Disabilities: For assistance with any phase of the Department process, please notify the Director of Human Resources at (573) 751-9619. Reasonable attempts will be made to accommodate special needs. TTY/TDD Relay Missouri service (800) 735-2966.

Notice to Applicants: The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources.

The State of Missouri is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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