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 weeks–5 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: Monday–Friday, 8:30 AM–4:30 PM (one late day 9:00 AM–5:00 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.