What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Nurse position at Mirman School?
School Nurse
Reports to: Human Resources Manager
Location: Los Angeles, CA – on campus, in person daily
FLSA Status: Full-time/ Exempt
Salary range: $90,000 - $125,000. Salary based on experience.
About Mirman School
Mirman embraces, supports, and values the many facets and faces of giftedness as we nurture our
students’ abilities to reach their highest potential. As an educational institution, we are committed to
personalizing our curriculum through depth and complexity, while celebrating the intellectual,
creative, and kinesthetic dimensions of childhood and adolescence. We foster a culture of inclusivity
and connectivity in which our students’ academic, co-curricular, and socio-emotional experiences and
needs are supported. Mirman faculty and staff model empathy and respect in our communal effort to
enhance whole-child learning. Our goal is to inspire lifelong curiosity and learning, the continuous
pursuit of excellence, and ethical leadership among our students and graduates.
Core Values
Responsibility — We are obligated to care for ourselves, our community, and our environment.
Integrity — What we believe is right directly shapes our actions.
Discovery — We enthusiastically pursue knowledge about ourselves and the world around us.
Empathy — We strive to understand and value the experiences and feelings of others.
Resilience — We recognize challenges as necessary steps in learning and personal growth.
Position Description
We are looking for a School Nurse to join our administrative team and serve as the key individual on
campus responsible for health care delivery, health education and program, policy development, and
serving as the point person for health services during any emergency. This is a 12 month position which
includes health services for both our extended day programs and our summer camp program.
Essential Job Functions
• Oversee Mirman’s wellness program and maintain all first aid and medical supplies as needed.
- Provide emergency or basic first aid to students, including everyday illnesses such as sore throats,
- Assess communicable diseases and infection-control issues; send parent notices required for certain
- Oversee and coordinate sensory (hearing/vision) and other health screenings.
- Implement specialized healthcare procedures such as blood sugar testing, insulin administration,
seizure procedures, concussion procedures, or others as needed.
- Update student medical records and clinical records and maintain written notes about confidential
- Ensure we have necessary paperwork and medical authorizations to store/administer student meds.
- Serve as project manager for on-campus flu and Covid vaccination events.
- Communicate effectively and proactively with students, parents, faculty and administration.
- Participate actively on the Emergency Operations Plan team helping to oversee planning for
- Monitor and update the applicable technology platforms and databases (i.e., MAGNUS, Blackbaud,
- Maintain school health and wellness policies and procedures, including but not limited to Narcan
- In the event of a pandemic, work with the appropriate school taskforce on all related matters
including staying up to date on and implementing local, state and federal pandemic response
policies, i.e., contact tracing, notifications, maintaining testing kits and mask inventories.
- Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree required; Registered Nurse or Certified School Nurse preferred; will consider PA
Current California license required
Certified to perform visual and hearing screenings or must be willing to obtain these if required
Prior experience working in school environments preferred
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and a sense of humor
Display a high level of professionalism and ability to collaborate with a positive attitude
Knowledge of state, federal and local school laws, policies and regulations
Highly motivated to provide excellent patient care
Ability to multitask, stay organized, work independently and follow through
Proficiency in assessing situations and acting quickly; growth mindset and detail oriented
Strong interpersonal skills resulting in effective communication with parents and teachers
Proficient in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar) as well as Microsoft Office Suite
Prior experience with MAGNUS, Blackbaud, SchoolPass, etc. is desirable
Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to Mirman’s vision, mission and guiding principles
Exhibit high standards of ethics, moral character, professionalism, and the ability to present oneself
as a positive role model for students
First Aid and CPR training required (training provided if not currently certified)
Valid CA driver license and clear criminal background investigation
Job Perks
Beautiful, rustic campus easily accessible from both LA’s city and valley sides
Top-tier medical, dental, and vision coverage with zero to low premium contributions
403(b) retirement plan with a 5% match and immediate vesting
Flexible tuition eligibility if applicable
Professional development support including opportunities for growth
Relocation Assistance
Employee affinity groups
Paid holidays (e.g., Thanksgiving week, Winter, and Spring breaks) plus vacation
Community and connection with staff/administration
Generous benefits package, including pet insurance, Lifelock credit monitoring, and flexible
spending accounts
Join an ambitious and joyful community of dedicated and creative professionals building a society
where everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. Mirman is a great place to be part of growing future
leaders in a supportive and caring school culture that features consistent collaboration, innovative
approaches to teaching and learning, a supportive administration, and lifelong connections among
faculty and staff inspired by the school’s unique mission. Come marvel at the wonder, humor, and
inspiration that nurturing and engaging with highly gifted students naturally brings.
To apply for this position, submit the following three PDFs to HRSN@mirman.org
1. Cover letter introducing yourself to the Mirman School Search Committee
2. Resume or CV
3. A response to the following prompt:
What does the optimum student prescription and medication management system look
like and what is your process for tracking interactions related to health services with
students?
At Mirman School, through an inclusive environment, we challenge our students and each other to be
dynamic problem-solvers and thoughtful citizens. Mirman does not discriminate based on race, color,
religion, gender, ethnic origin, age, physical disability or sexual orientation in administration of our
educational policies, hiring policies, admissions policies, financial aid programs, athletics and other
school-administered programs.
Salary : $90,000 - $125,000