School Nurse - RN - PRN

About the role

This position serves as a leader in the provision of patient care using the nursing process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses, and Scope & Standards of Practice. The RN administers nursing care under the guidelines of a school system, participates in the implementation and evaluation of student care, and ensures the health, comfort, and safety of students.

Responsibilities

• Administers nursing care within a school system.
• Effectively uses the nursing process in the delivery of patient/student care.
• Assesses learning needs and implements teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of patients, families, and other groups or disciplines.
• Uses data, information, and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in order to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction, employee morale, and professional improvement in nursing.
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, respecting privacy, tailoring introductions, explanations of services or procedures, requesting permissions, and adjusting communication style.
• Performs other related duties as required.
• Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory agency requirements applicable to the assigned area and ensures compliance.

Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
• Preferred education/experience: Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
• Experience: None required.
• Certifications: Current registered nurse (RN) license in the state of practice; Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web‑based applications.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills; ability to present information clearly and professionally to individuals at varying levels throughout the patient care process.
• Excellent organizational and time‑management skills.

Physical Demands

The role requires physical effort beyond sedentary work, including occasional exertion of 50–100 lb, frequent exertion of 25–50 lb, and constant exertion of 10–20 lb to move objects. Employees may be required to walk, stand, or sit for extended periods, and to push or pull controls or materials at a production‑rate pace.

Routine exposure to blood, body fluids, tissue, and potentially communicable diseases is expected. The incumbent works in patient care areas and may encounter hazardous medications or waste, with associated occupational risks.