Nurse PT

About Us

Charter Schools USA (CSUSA) is one of the largest and highest performing education management companies in the United States, proudly serving over 82,000 students in over 150 schools across four states. Founded by Jonathan Hage in 1997, CSUSA's mission is a Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. We provide an academically rigorous education, equipping students with real-world readiness for college or career after graduation. With an unwavering dedication to the success of students from every background, CSUSA is closing the gaps in achievement and opportunity, delivering on our promise of Strong Minds, Good Hearts™.

About the Role

Join a team dedicated to the mission: Relentless Commitment to Student Greatness in School and in Life™. If you are passionate about inspiring and motivating young learners and prioritize students in education, CSUSA is the right place for you. As a Part-Time Nurse, you will support the instructional program by fostering a climate of health and well-being in the school and addressing the health needs of the school community, aligned with CSUSA’s goals.

Responsibilities

Assessment

• Maintains a complete, up-to-date health record system using available technology.
• Plans and conducts screenings, examinations, and health appraisals in accordance with state law and CSUSA policy.
• Monitors newly enrolled students to ensure compliance with state law and district policy regarding health issues (e.g., immunization, medical records).

Consultation

• Advises and counsels students, staff, and parents, as appropriate, concerning health issues.
• Makes referrals to school resources and/or community agencies as necessary.
• Serves as a consultant and resource person in health instruction and curriculum planning.
• Provides input to administration regarding the implementation of state law and the development of CSUSA policies and procedures related to health issues.

Emergency Care

• Provides first aid as needed.
• Assists emergency care providers as applicable.
• Maintains appropriate records as required.

School Environment

• Makes recommendations to the principal regarding health and safety to promote a safe, healthy, and comfortable learning environment.
• Administers medication in accordance with state law and CSUSA policy.

School/Community Relations

• Communicates with parents/guardians as needed concerning their child's health.
• Keeps staff informed about relevant health issues.
• Communicates with various health-related organizations in the community and surrounding areas as needed for students and staff.

Requirements

• Current license as a registered professional nurse in the state.
• Certification as a school nurse or working toward this certification in accordance with state law and regulation.
• Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited college.
• Minimum of three years of successful experience as a nurse or school nurse (preferred).

Skills

• Ability to work and interact with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to organize, prioritize, and manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to prepare comprehensive reports, including writing, integrating content, and formatting electronically.
• Ability to establish operating principles and routines, drive projects to completion, and insist on the highest level of quality.
• Ability to consistently be at work, be on time, follow instructions, respond to management direction, and solicit feedback to improve performance.
• Excellent interpersonal skills: courtesy, professionalism, helpfulness, active listening, negotiating, and influencing.
• Proficiency in computer basics: Windows (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint); Student Information System (SIS).
• Knowledge of company and departmental policies and procedures.
• Detailed knowledge of Federal, State, and local requirements for K-12 schools and charter school law (preferred).

Work Environment

While performing the responsibilities of this position, the work environment includes usual office working conditions.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these functions.

• No significant physical exertion required.
• Required to sit and stand for long periods of time.
• Light work: Exerting up to 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 10 pounds of force frequently to move objects.