26-27 | Registered Nurse (RN)

Pay: $32 - $37 per hour

Position Summary

The School Nurse (RN) provides comprehensive health services that support student wellness, safety, and readiness to learn. The School Nurse manages health care plans, provides direct nursing care, promotes disease prevention, and collaborates with families and staff to ensure a safe and healthy school environment in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Essential Responsibilities

Student Health Services

• Provide direct nursing care including assessment, treatment of minor injuries/illnesses, and emergency response.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and district policy.
• Develop and implement Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs), Emergency Care Plans (ECPs), and contribute to IEPs and Section 504 plans as appropriate.
• Monitor and support students with chronic health conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes, seizure disorders, allergies).

Health Management & Prevention

• Conduct health screenings (vision, hearing, growth, etc.) as required by state guidelines.
• Promote health education, disease prevention, and wellness initiatives for students and staff.
• Monitor immunization compliance and maintain accurate health records.

Collaboration & Communication

• Serve as liaison among school personnel, families, health care providers, and community agencies.
• Provide consultation and training to staff on health-related topics, including medication administration, emergency procedures, and infection control.
• Participate in multidisciplinary meetings and student support teams.

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain confidential and accurate student health records in accordance with FERPA and HIPAA (as applicable).
• Ensure compliance with state nursing practice acts, public health requirements, and district policies.
• Prepare reports and documentation related to health services and student outcomes.

Professional Practice

• Adhere to ethical and professional standards established by the National Association of School Nurses (NASN) and state board of nursing.
• Maintain current licensure, certifications, and required professional development.

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of employment.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) accepted where permitted.
• Current certification in CPR/AED for healthcare providers.
• Experience with caring for pediatric patients
• Proficient with G-tube, seizure care, or trach
• Strong assessment, communication, and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in school nursing, pediatric, community health, or public health settings.
• Certification as a School Nurse (e.g., NCSN) where applicable.
• Familiarity with special education processes and health-related accommodations.
• Ability to manage emergencies calmly and effectively.

Working Conditions

• School-based environment including health office, classrooms, and school grounds.
• May require travel between school sites within the district.
• Occasional participation in meetings outside regular school hours.
• May be 1:1 care with a student

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Job Types: Full-time, Contract, Temporary

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person