Preschool Nurse (CNA, CMA OR LPN)
Full Time • Charlotte
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discounts
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Company: LeafSpring School at Ballantyne
Location: Charlotte, NC 28277
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive Pay | Based on Experience
Industry: Early Childhood Education | Pediatric Nursing | School Health Services
Join Our Caring Team at LeafSpring Schools!
At LeafSpring Schools, we go beyond traditional child care. Our unique on-site Get Well Place sets us apart by offering short-term care for mildly ill children while supporting wellness throughout the campus. We’re currently seeking a Preschool Nurse to join our leadership team and champion child wellness, illness prevention, and health education for our students and staff.
Why Work at LeafSpring Schools?
- Paid time off and holidays, including your birthday!
- Work-life balance is a priority: no evening or weekend shifts.
- Heavily discounted tuition and free access to the Get Well Place for your own child when ill
- Paid training and continuing education opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement for professional development
- Meals provided daily
- Positive, team-driven culture focused on collaboration and learning
Position Overview
The Preschool Nurse is responsible for the planning and delivery of high-quality pediatric nursing care within our school, with a focus on infection control, chronic illness management, and child development support. This role provides health oversight across campus and leads the Get Well Place—our in-house care center for sick children.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care to children with minor illnesses, chronic conditions, and injuries
- Manage the daily operation of the Get Well Place, ensuring compliance with state and local health regulations
- Perform daily health screenings and wellness checks across the student population
- Develop and implement individualized health care plans in collaboration with families and teachers as needed
- Coordinate medication administration, immunization records, and emergency care protocols
- Act as a liaison between families, staff, and pediatric health providers
- Conduct staff training on basic safety protocols, hygiene practices, and communicable disease prevention
- Monitor and document all health-related incidents, exposures, and care outcomes
- Support children with special medical needs, developmental delays, or allergies in the classroom setting
- Participate in Quality Assurance inspections, licensing visits, and health audits
- Stay current with public health trends and integrate best practices into daily procedures
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
- Active and unrestricted CNA, CMA or LPN license (required)
- Minimum 2 years of recent pediatric, school nurse, or community health nursing experience
- CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire)
- Familiarity with infection control protocols, medication documentation, and child illness policies
- Proficient in basic technology and electronic health documentation
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional school teams
- A genuine passion for working with children in a preschool or early learning center setting
Preferred Backgrounds
- School Nurse, Pediatric RN, Public Health Nurse, or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Prior experience in early childhood education, daycare health services, or preschool wellness
- Experience in care coordination, staff supervision, or nursing in community-based environments
Apply Today!
If you're a caring and qualified nurse looking to make a meaningful impact in children's lives, this is your opportunity to join a supportive, innovative team dedicated to whole-child wellness and early childhood development.
Apply now to become the next Preschool Nurse at LeafSpring Schools!
Compensation: $20.00 - $25.00 per hour
Make a Difference
LeafSpring School has been the standard of excellence in early education and school-age recreation for over 35 years, providing an enriching environment and a nurturing school setting for children and their families. We are a nationally recognized early childhood education franchise that offers innovative programs for infants, preschoolers, and school-age children. With a commitment to fostering cognitive, social, physical, and emotional growth, LeafSpring School provides a community of families and educators who partner for each child’s success.
LeafSpring School employees help build the foundation for excellence within every student by developing lifelong learners and the leaders of tomorrow. Make a real difference in your community by helping young minds develop and grow into healthy, productive individuals.
This franchise is independently owned and operated by a franchisee. Your application will go directly to the franchisee, and all hiring decisions will be made by the management of this franchise. All inquiries about employment at this franchise should be made directly to the franchise location, and not to LeafSpring School Corporate.
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