School Nurse

Job Title: School Nurse Setting: School Position Type: Full-Time Openings: 1 position available Compensation: $50.00 – $53.00 per hour (Negotiable). Benefits: Comprehensive Healthcare (Medical/Dental/Vision).

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Nurse to manage our health room in a vibrant school setting. In this role, you will be the sole clinical authority on campus, supporting student success by providing direct clinical care, managing chronic health conditions, and handling daily health issues or minor emergencies. You will work directly within the school community, serving as the primary healthcare liaison between school administration, educators, families, and community healthcare providers to maintain a safe, healthy, and thriving learning environment.

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

On-Campus Direct Care: Administer basic first aid, emergency medical care, and clinical assessments to students and staff experiencing acute injuries or illnesses in the school health office. Medication Administration: Safely dispense prescribed daily medications and specialized treatments (e.g., insulin, asthma inhalers) according to physician orders and district policies. Individualized Care Plans (IHPs): Collaborate with teachers, parents, and primary care physicians to design, implement, and monitor healthcare plans for students with chronic conditions or special needs within the classroom setting. Health Screenings: Conduct routine health, vision, and hearing screenings on campus, providing timely referrals to external specialists or families when necessary. Records Management: Maintain accurate, highly confidential, up-to-date digital student health histories, immunisation records, and state-mandated health logs. Public Health & Campus Safety: Track, report, and control the spread of communicable diseases within the school community according to local health regulations. Health Education: Serve as an on-campus consultant, educating students and staff on critical wellness practices, nutrition, hygiene, and emergency medical protocols. Qualifications & Requirements Education: Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing (BSN preferred) from an accredited program. Credentials: Active, unrestricted state Registered Nurse (RN) Credential. Certifications: Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications. School Nurse Certification (CSN) is a plus. Experience: Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in a school setting is highly preferred. Compliance: Must successfully pass a comprehensive criminal background check, fingerprinting, and drug screening. Key Skills: Strong clinical judgment, excellent interpersonal communication skills to build trust with children and parents, and comfort working independently in an educational environment.