Can LPN's be a school nurse?

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Trying to figure this all out... can LPN's get hired as a school nurse?

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Specializes in Complex pedi to LTC/SA & now a manager.

Depends on the state. In NJ, no one must be an RN with a BSN and a post bachelor's certificate in school nursing.

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Specializes in ccu.

In Indiana, you have to be an RN.

In Illinois, you have to be an RN, at least working towards your BSN

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In Florida, LPNs can be school nurses. I just got hired as a school nurse and my first day of orientation is tomorrow!

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Specializes in inerested in school nursing, peds, OR.

In Texas an lvn can be a school nurse.

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Specializes in kids.

In NH, must work under the direct supervison of an RN.

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In GA, my sister in law is a LPN and is a school nurse :)

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In TN, yes. There is an RN in charge of Consolidated School Health, but LPNs in all the schools. She runs around to them all doing IHPs and stuff.

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I am in VA, school nursing would be a great choice for me until the kids are grown and off on their own.

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Specializes in Pedi.

In MA, school nurses must be BSN prepared RNs and have a separate school nurse license from the DOE. I believe they must become nationally certified within 5 years.

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