School Nurse Needed Near West Mifflin, Pennsylvania

Minimum 1 years nursing experience required.

Job Title: School Nurse (Registered Nurse)

Job Summary

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled School Nurse to provide healthcare services to studentss. The School Nurse will play a crucial role in ensuring the health and safety of students, delivering preventive care, managing chronic conditions, administering medication, and responding to health emergencies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pediatric or school-based nursing, along with a commitment to promoting wellness within an educational setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to students, including assessment, treatment, and management of health concerns, injuries, and illnesses.
• Administer medication and monitor students with chronic health conditions, such as diabetes and asthma, according to individual health plans.
• Conduct health screenings, including vision, hearing, and scoliosis, and document findings accurately.
• Maintain and update health records for all students, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Develop and implement Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs) and Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) for students with special health needs.
• Serve as a resource for health education, supporting students, teachers, and staff with information on wellness, hygiene, and disease prevention.
• Monitor communicable diseases and implement infection control measures to maintain a safe school environment.
• Collaborate with parents, teachers, administrators, and other school personnel to create a supportive and healthy school environment.
• Participate in professional development to remain current on best practices in school health.
  
  

Qualifications

Education & Experience:

• Bachelors Degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing program.
• At least one year of experience in pediatric nursing, public health, or a school setting is preferred.
  
  

Licensure & Certification Requirements For Pennsylvania

• Registered Nurse (RN) License issued by the Pennsylvania State Board of Nursing.
• School Nurse Certification (Educational Specialist I School Nurse) from the Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE), which requires a valid RN license and completion of a PDE-approved School Nurse Certification Program.
• CPR and First Aid Certification from a recognized provider (e.g., American Red Cross or American Heart Association).
• Act 34 Criminal History Record - Pennsylvania State Police background check.
• Act 151 Child Abuse Clearance - Pennsylvania Department of Human Services background check.
• FBI Criminal History Clearance (Act 114) - Federal background check with fingerprinting.
• Act 126 Mandated Reporter Training - Certification in child abuse recognition and reporting.
• Act 24 Arrest/Conviction Report and Certification Form - Required by Pennsylvania schools for employment.
  
  

Skills & Abilities

• Strong assessment and clinical skills, especially in pediatric care.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with students, parents, and school personnel.
• Ability to handle medical emergencies and respond calmly under pressure.
• Strong organizational skills to maintain detailed health records and documentation.
• Knowledge of state and federal health regulations pertaining to schools.
  
  

How To Apply

Interested applicants should submit a resume to Bennett.Freeman@Soliant.com