Academy Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Behavioral Health Allies
Location
Kansas City, Missouri
Salary
$24 / HOUR
Quick overview
Provide direct nursing care, first aid, and medication administration to students within a school setting. Collaborate with staff and supervising RNs to maintain a safe and healthy environment for student success.
Requirements summary
Requires an active Missouri LPN license and CPR/First Aid certification. Experience in pediatrics, school nursing, or behavioral health is preferred.
Job description
Description Full-Time | 8: 00am to 4:30pm | Monday–Friday | No weekends or holidays
Join a team where your nursing skills make a lasting impact.
BHA Academy is hiring a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) to support student health and wellness in our school-based setting. This role is ideal for an LPN who enjoys working with children, values teamwork, and wants a consistent weekday schedule while making a meaningful difference. You’ll provide direct nursing support to students, oversee medication administration, and partner closely with our Academy staff and supervising RN to help students stay safe, healthy, and ready to learn each day.
What You’ll Do Administer medications and maintain accurate medication records Provide routine nursing care and first aid during the school day Monitor students with medical needs and respond to urgent health concerns Support medication audits, inventory, and compliance Collaborate with staff, clinicians, families, and the supervising RN Maintain timely documentation and confidentiality Help create a safe, supportive environment for student success
Qualifications
Required: Active Missouri LPN license CPR/First Aid certification Ability to work under RN/physician supervision Preferred: 1+ year of nursing experience Experience in pediatrics, school nursing, behavioral health, or special education Medication administration/documentation experience What We’re Looking For Compassionate and student-centered Calm and confident in medical situations Organized with strong attention to detail Dependable team player with excellent communication skills Why Join BHA Academy? Meaningful work supporting students every day Collaborative, mission-driven team Opportunity to make a direct impact in a school setting At BHA Academy, we believe every student deserves compassionate support, structure, and the opportunity to thrive. If you’re looking for a role where your work truly matters, we’d love to hear from you.
Requirements
Benefits & Perks Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance through BCBS (6 plan options) 401(k), HSA & Flexible Spending Accounts Short-Term & Long-Term Disability PTO and Sick Time begin accruing on Day 1 $100 Monthly Wellness Spending Account after 90 days On-Demand Pay – access your earnings when you need them Starting Pay: Our compensation is competitive within the market. The starting rate for this position begins at $24.00 per hour with your final offer based on a combination of your education, relevant experience.
Benefits
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Medical Insurance
- 401(k)
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Sick Time
- PTO
- HSA
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- On-Demand Pay
- Wellness Spending Account