Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) – Early Learning Center

Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Early Learning Center

Position Summary

V-Tech Solutions Inc. is seeking a District of Columbia Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support Early Learning Center health safety and well-being of infants toddlers and preschoolers (ages 6 weeks5 years) in an inclusive early childhood education environment. Working under the supervision of the ELC Registered Nurse (RN) the LPN provides direct care medication administration health documentation and family/staff support to ensure compliance with DC Department of Health (DOH) Office of State Superintendent Education (OSSE) Center for Disease Control (CDC) and Early Intervention requirements.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

Health Screenings & Compliance Support

Assist the RN in conducting required screenings (vision hearing growth).

Track immunizations TB tests lead levels and health/dental certificates.

Support compliance reporting aligned with DC regulatory standards.

Direct Nursing Care

Provide routine nursing care within LPN scope under RN supervision.

Monitor children with chronic conditions and implement physician-ordered treatments.

Support daily health checks symptom monitoring and communicable disease protocols.

Medication Administration

Administer medications safely and accurately per ELC and DC guidelines.

Maintain medication logs MARs and secure storage of medications/equipment.

Transcribe and verify physician orders; flag discrepancies for RN review.

Support Medical Action Plan implementation for allergies asthma seizures.

Documentation & Data Management

Maintain accurate health records medication logs and incident reports.

Update digital and paper health files in accordance with DC DOH OSSE CDC and CACFP requirements.

Ensure timely documentation of screenings treatments and parent communications.

Family & Staff Support

Provide basic health education to families on child-specific needs.

Assist the RN in training staff on medication procedures and health protocols.

Prepare and distribute communicable disease notices and health updates.

Care Coordination

Support referrals to community resources (WIC specialists vision/hearing services).

Coordinate with teachers early intervention specialists and administrators to ensure safe participation in classroom activities.

Qualifications

Active LPN license in the District of Columbia.

CPR/First Aid/AED certification.

Experience in pediatric early childhood or developmental disability settings preferred.

Ability to follow RN direction and operate within LPN scope of practice.

Strong documentation communication and family-engagement skills.

COVID-19 vaccination required prior to start.

Schedule & Location

Location: Southeast Washington DC.

Hours: MondayFriday 8:30 AM4:30 PM (one late day 9:00 AM5:00 PM).

Compensation

Approximately $25-29/hour dependent upon experience

Ideal Candidate Profile

An effective ELC LPN is compassionate detail-oriented skilled in medication administration and documentation and able to collaborate with teachers families and early intervention specialists.