School Nurse

Job Summary

Job Purpose Statement: The job of the School Nurse is to provide school health and nursing services, promote
health and prevention education and safety, and refer students, parents or guardians to appropriate community
resources or recommended health service programs.
Line of Authority: The School Nurse will report and be evaluated by the site Principal.

Requirements / Qualifications

Essential Job Requirements - Knowledge:
- Medication effects and proper administration procedures;
- Proper operation of specialized health assessment instruments;
- Modern medical terminology, equipment and techniques;
- Accepted methods and principles of personal hygiene;
- Diagnostic methods for medical conditions and diseases;
- IEP requirements;
- Accepted testing techniques for hearing, vision, and other screenings;
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy;
- Oral and written communication skills;
- Public health agencies and local health care resources;
- Health and safety regulations;
- Modern office practices, procedures, and equipment;
- Record-keeping techniques.
Licenses, certifications, bonding, and/or testing required:
- Valid School Nurse Services Credential;
- Valid California State Registered Nurse License;
- Valid First-Aid and CPR Certificate;
- Valid California Driver’s License;
- Criminal justice fingerprint clearance.