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 leading schools. We're partnering with a school district in Providence County, Rhode Island to hire a dedicated School Nurse (LPN) for the 2026–2027 school year.

This part-time, onsite opportunity offers the chance to make a meaningful impact by providing 1:1 nursing support for a student with complex medical needs—helping ensure safe access to instruction, community-based learning experiences, and daily school activities. You’ll collaborate closely with school staff and the student’s support team while delivering consistent, compassionate care throughout the school day.

Position Details:

Position: School Nurse (LPN) (1:1 Student Support)
Pay rate: $36-$42/hr.
Location: Onsite in Providence County, RI
Schedule: Part-Time, Tuesday–Thursday, 7:30 AM–2:00 PM (19.5 hours/week)
School Year: 2026–2027

Responsibilities:

• Provide dedicated nursing support to a specific student with complex medical needs throughout the school day.
• Administer medications as required
• Support student health, safety, and participation in educational activities (in-school and community settings).
• Assist with:
  • Toileting support (including lifting assistance as needed)
  • Feeding plan support and monitoring
  • Wheelchair transfers and mobility support
• Respond appropriately to medical events (including situations involving vomiting).
• Accompany the student into the community for learning/job-site activities (e.g., restaurants, parks, YMCA).
• Push a wheelchair across varied terrain (including hills at community locations).
• Ride along in a school van when accompanying the student off-campus.
• Maintain accurate documentation and communicate effectively with school staff and caregivers as needed.

Qualifications:

• Active Rhode Island LPN License required
• Experience supporting students with medical and/or mobility needs preferred
• Comfortable providing hands-on personal care support (toileting/feeding/transfers)
• Ability to lift and assist as needed (up to ~100 lbs with support; not dead weight)
• Calm, reliable, and safety-focused in both school and community environments
• Strong communication skills and the ability to collaborate with school teams

What We Offer:

• Competitive pay and benefits package.
• Access to a wide network of schools and districts for diverse placement options.
• Streamlined hiring process to get you started quickly.
• Ongoing communication and advocacy throughout your placement.
• Personalized support from dedicated recruiting professionals.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Why Apply?

If you’re passionate about student-centered care and want a school-based nursing role where you can truly make a difference every day, this is a great opportunity to join a supportive team and help a student thrive—academically and in the community.

Ready to Join Us?

Apply today – we can't wait to hear from you!

Employer Details:

• Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.
• In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.
• Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.
• Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.
• Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.
• Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.