Nurse
Diocese of Raleigh Office of Education · Raleigh, NC · 1 mo ago
HealthcareFull-time
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Raleigh, NC
Posted Date: August 05, 2026
About the Role
The school nurse is an integral part of the administrative team. The nurse provides on-site access to health triage services, promotes the health, safety, and well-being of the students, and communicates with families while providing expertise and guidance campus-wide.
Schedule
40 hours/week (Monday–Friday, 7:30 AM – 3:30 PM)
Responsibilities
- Individual health assessments for students.
- Coordinates care plans for students with medical conditions, meeting with family members and staff to establish care plans.
- Administers medications, as needed, during school hours.
- Emergency and injury care, planning, and training.
- Records information in the school database and contacts parents if there is a medical incident at school.
- Maintains accurate immunization records and processes physical forms.
- Assesses school community health and safety issues.
- Screens students for conditions that impact education, such as vision and hearing.
- Serves as a resource for administration and grade level teams regarding health-related student accommodations.
- Provides basic first aid and CPR, as needed.
- Educates staff on the use of EpiPens and other medical devices, as needed.
- Interfaces with school counselors and administrators regarding students who frequently visit the health room.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
- Current NC nursing license
- Current CPR and AED certification
- Caring and empathetic demeanor
- Strong attention to detail
Employment is contingent upon passing a criminal background and reference check; must complete Diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training upon hire.
Preferred Qualifications
- Pediatric experience
- Previous school nurse experience
Position Start Date: August 2026