• Public Health LPN - School Health

    Metro Nashville Government (Nashville, TN)


    Public Health LPN - School Health

     

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    Public Health LPN - School Health

     

    Salary

     

    $57,158.00 Annually

     

    Location

     

    Nashville, TN

     

    Job Type

     

    Full Time Health Civil Service

     

    Job Number

    HEA07872

    Department

     

    Health

     

    Opening Date

     

    09/10/2025

     

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    + Benefits

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    Position Description

    Metro Nashville Public Health (MPHD) is seeking an energetic and experienced Licensed Practical Nurse to join our School Health team. The Metro Nashville Public Health Department (MPHD) proudly provides school nurses to traditional Metro Nashville Public Schools (MNPS) keeping students healthy, in school, and ready to learn. The incumbent will perform the more responsible, non-registered nurse duties and related duties as required.

     

    If you have any questions about this position please contact MPHD HR at (615)-340-5640

    Typical Duties

    + Provides nursing care to patients in a home or clinic.

    + Performs procedures and nursing care under the supervision of an RN including giving injections and other simple treatments as ordered.

    + Prepare patients for examinations.

    + Records observations of symptoms, reactions, and care and treatment given.

    + Performs various screening tests.

    + Prepares and cares for equipment used by physicians or other professional workers.

    + May be assigned to different clinic / work locations as needed.

    + Keeps records and prepares reports.

    + Responds and reports to the directives of the Director of Health in case of emergency or disasters.

    + Demonstrates MPHD’s core values Equity, Integrity, Professionalism, Respect and Transparency when interacting with the public and employees of the Metropolitan Government.

    + Performs other related duties as assigned.

    + Regular and predictable physical presence at a worksite is an essential function of all Public Health Nursing positions in this series.Many aspects of patient care require face-to-face interaction. Moreover, all MPHD nursing positions require in-person teamwork and a high level of interaction with fellow staff members.

    Minimum Qualifications

    + Graduation from a state-approved school of practical nursing

    + One (1) year of experience as a licensed practical nurse.

    + Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Tennessee.

    + Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification.

    + Valid driver’s license, use of personal vehicle, and maintenance of valid personal vehicle insurance as required by Tennessee Law.

     

    Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply, however at the present time MPHD is not sponsoring individuals through any of the US Government’s employment-based immigration programs.

    Full-time, Civil Service positions -

    10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)

    1 Sick Day per month

    12 Paid Holidays per year

    Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -

    20 vacation days per year

    3 Personal days per year

    1 Sick Day per month

    12 paid holidays per year

     

    Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.

     

    Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information

     

    Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.

     

    01

     

    Are you a current Metro Public Health Employee ?

     

    + Yes

    + No

     

    02

     

    Are you Licensed or eligible for licensure as a Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Tennessee ?

     

    + Yes

    + No

     

    03

     

    Do you have a current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification?

     

    + Yes

    + No

     

    04

     

    What is your highest level of education?

     

    + Less than High School or GED

    + High School or GED

    + Nursing Diploma

    + Associates Degree

    + Bachelors Degree

    + Advanced Degree

     

    05

     

    How many years of experience as a licensed practical nurse do you have ?

     

    + Less than 1 year

    + More than 1 year

     

    06

     

    I understand that all related work history/experience, education, certifications and/or licenses must be reflected on my application for this position. I further understand that an incomplete or misleading application may result in disqualification.

    + Yes

    Required Question

    Employer

     

    Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County

     

    Address

     

    Human Resources Department 700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201 Nashville, Tennessee, 37210

     

    Phone

     

    (615) 862-6640

     

    Website

     

    http://www.nashville.gov/Human-Resources/Employment-Opportunities.aspx

     

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