School Nurse

The Role
We're seeking an organized, caring, and discreet Registered Nurse to help manage student health services in a warm, hands-on school environment. You'll administer medications and first aid, maintain health records, and partner closely with staff and families in this shared school nurse role. This position requires clear, professional written and verbal communication and a genuine commitment to student wellbeing.

Schedule: Part-time, 2–3 days/week; school holidays off; paid sick time

Pay: $40–$45/hour, commensurate with experience; paid only for hours worked

Key Responsibilities
Administer first aid and medications (including insulin, inhalers, nasal spray, oral/injected meds) per RN licensure and school policy
Exercise sound, independent nursing assessment and clinical judgment when evaluating student symptoms, injuries, and emergencies, and determine appropriate next steps
Maintain accurate, timely electronic health records (August Schools EMR)
Communicate proactively and professionally with parents and staff regarding student health, in writing and by phone
Ability to understand and consistently apply the most up-to-date state and local rules, regulations, policies and procedures
Serve as the leader on the school's emergency/first aid response team
Process and track annual student health forms, immunizations, and screenings; follow up with families as needed to ensure compliance before the school year starts
Maintain staff TB records and coordinate annual CPR/first aid training
Collaborate with the part-time nurse, teachers, and administration on wellness initiatives and student-specific health needs
Order and manage health office and emergency supplies; keep the health office presentable and organized
Maintain confidentiality of all health information

Qualifications

Required: Valid CA RN license; Associate's degree in Nursing (Bachelor's preferred); current AHA First Aid/CPR/AED certification
Required: Minimum 2 years' experience in a relevant medical field
Required: Proficiency with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides), Zoom, and willingness to learn our EMR system, August Schools
Strongly preferred: Prior experience working with children, ideally in a school or pediatric setting
Excellent organizational skills, sound judgment, and the discretion to handle sensitive situations with care
Ability to prioritize and balance various duties assigned
Demonstrate strong communication skills, you'll be conversing and corresponding with parents regularly, so clarity and professionalism verbally and in writing matter
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a diverse school community