School Nurse

Newberry Community School is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented School Nurse to provide comprehensive health services for students and support a safe and healthy learning environment.

Minimum Qualifications

• Nursing Degree from an approved accredited nursing school.
• (Current Florida LPN (Licensed Practical Nurse) license OR Current Florida RN (Registered Nurse) license.
• Pediatric or public health experience, preferred.
• Current American Heart Healthcare Provider CPR certification.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of public health nursing as it applies to the public school system
• Ability to observe students for health patterns that may affect healthy development
• Ability to carry out nursing care plans for students with chronic health conditions and implement required interventions
• Ability to administer student medications in accordance with state law and Board policies
• Strong listening, speaking, and writing skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with school personnel, parents, students, and community agencies
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Prepare the school clinic area for use, assuring safety, cleanliness and adequate stocking of supplies.
• Coordinate, perform, document and report results of required student health screenings.
• Provide to parents a list of possible community & state agencies available to assist in health care needs. Assist and educate parents on how to acquire health insurance, free or low cost health care as needed.
• Document health interventions and medications provided to students in appropriate nursing format.
• Contact parent/guardian as needed.
• Provide routine first aid and health procedures, including proper referral of serious illnesses or injury.
• Administer CPR if indicated in emergency situations.
• Refer suspected child abuse following appropriate School Board policies.
• Assist students with required medications, documenting according to established guidelines.
• Support and participate in health screening activities, special clinics and staff meetings as directed.
• Administer and store medications following school and county policies.
• Review health records and immunization for compliance.
• Maintain a current list of students with acute and/or chronic conditions.
• Provide nursing assessment and health appraisals of students to identify existing or potential health problems, communicable disease or other conditions affecting school performance.
• Serve as a health liaison between home and school.
• Assist school personnel with completion of incident/accident reports.
• Assist students in transferring from wheelchair to alternate position with assistance of other staff members.
• Serve on school/district committees as required or appropriate.
• Adhere to applicable safety standards as provided in School Health Services Handbook.
• Attend all staff meetings and workshops.
• Assist with maintaining a clean and orderly environment.
• Be knowledgeable of and adhere to Board policies and departmental procedures.
• Communicate effectively with the public, staff members, students, parents, administrators
• and other contact persons using tact and good judgment.
• Demonstrate initiative in identifying potential problems or opportunities for
• improvement. Keep supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
• Demonstrate initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
• Demonstrate support for the school district and its goals and priorities.
• Exhibit interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
• Follow attendance, punctuality and proper dress rules.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding health/school/workplace matters.
• Maintain expertise in assigned area.
• Manage time efficiently.
• Model and maintain high ethical standards.
• Participate in cross-training activities as required.
• Participate successfully in the training programs offered to increase skill and proficiency related to assignment.
• Prepare all required reports and maintain updated and accurate records.
• Represent the District in a positive and professional manner.
• Respond to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• May be required to work beyond the 40-hour week.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. occasionally, up to 20 lbs. frequently, and up to 10 lbs. continuously to move objects or materials.
• Must be able to stand for extended periods and perform classroom duties requiring mobility and physical presence.

Terms of Employment

• Salary and benefits shall be set by the Board.
• 10-month position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The organization is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, marital status, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other legally protected characteristic. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Reasonable accommodation will be provided to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable performance of essential job functions, unless doing so causes undue hardship. Applicants requiring accommodation during the application or interview process should contact Human Resources.

Veterans’ Preference

Eligible veterans and their spouses may receive preference in accordance with applicable state law and organizational policy.

Background Screening

Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background check, employment verification, and any other screenings required by law or organizational policy.

Drug-Free Workplace

The organization is a Drug-Free Workplace. All employees may be subject to drug and alcohol testing as allowed by law and policy.

The duties, responsibilities, and qualifications listed in this job posting are not intended to be an exhaustive or complete listing of all functions required of the position. Newberry Community School reserves the right to assign or reassign duties as necessary to meet operational needs.