School District Nurse
Description:
Position: School District Nurse Type: Public Location: Rural Job ID: 133213 County: Apache Posted: March 26, 2026 Contact Information: Round Valley Unified School District P.O.
Box 610 Springerville, Arizona 85938 District Website Contact: Cass Pond Phone: Fax: District Email Job Description: JOB DESCRIPTION A registered nurse RN or equivalent, who advances students well-being, academic success, and safety by providing direct healthcare, managing chronic conditions like diabetes/asthma, administering medication, conducting health screening like vision/hearing, and controlling communicable diseases.
Key Responsibilities * Direct Care and Emergencies: Assess, treat, and manage injuries and illnesses of students and staff, initiate care protocols.
* Chronic Conditions Management: Create and implement individualized Healthcare Plans for students with chronic conditions.
* Medication and Procedures: Administer daily or emergency medications according to school board policies and state laws.
* Health Screenings and Records: Conduct mandatory screenings (vision, hearing) and maintain student immunization records to ensure compliance.
* Disease Prevention: Monitor for communicable diseases, ensure approximate exclusion, and promote healthy habits.
* Education and Counseling: Provide health education, counseling, and resources to students and families.
Typical Qualifications * Active Registered Nurse RN License or Equivalent * Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.
* Bachelor of Science in Nursing prefered.
* Must have a valid Fingerprint Card.
Physical Requirements * Often requires standing, walking, siting, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
Work Enviroment * Functions independently in "clinic" setting, often managing student visits.
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