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Posted August 22, 2026

Per Diem School-Based Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) | West New York, New Jersey

Go Spindle
West New York, NJ, US Full Time

Job Description

Job Description

Step into a meaningful nursing role supporting school-aged students and making a direct impact every day. This per diem opportunity near West New York, NJ, is ideal for licensed LPNs or RNs seeking a flexible role within an educational setting. In this position, you will provide individualized care to students with unique medical needs, helping ensure their access to a safe and supportive learning environment. You will be working closely with school staff and families to support a student who is nonverbal and non-ambulatory, requiring dedication and expertise in specialized nursing skills.

Qualifications:

  • Active New Jersey RN or LPN license required
  • Previous experience with school-aged children preferred
  • Skilled in supporting individuals with cerebral palsy and complex medical needs
  • Proficiency in G-tube care essential
  • Ability to recognize and respond to seizures
  • Experience assisting nonverbal, non-ambulatory students a plus
  • Reliable, attentive, and capable of providing consistent 1:1 support throughout the school day

Responsibilities:

  • Deliver personalized, compassionate care to a K–12 student during school hours
  • Provide G-tube feedings and daily medical support, monitoring and documenting progress
  • Remain vigilant for potential seizures and intervene as necessary
  • Foster a safe, supportive environment, advocating for student needs in collaboration with educational staff
  • Adapt to school schedules, attending per diem shifts as required by the school calendar

Perks:

  • Flexible scheduling with per diem shifts—select assignments to fit your life using the Spindle App, where you set your own hours and keep track of your work and pay details
  • On-demand support from a dedicated Spindle contact
  • Highly competitive compensation for your expertise and dedication

Ready to bring your nursing skills where they’ll truly matter? Apply now to support students in their educational journey while enjoying a role that’s as rewarding as it is flexible.

Compensation for this position ranges from $24.11 to $40.11. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.

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