Certified School Nurse - 3 days a Week
About The Position
This is a part-time position for the 2026–2027 school year, scheduled three days per week. The job goal is to maintain and improve students’ health so they can benefit from their educational experiences and to promote optimal health and healthy lifestyles through the joint efforts of home, school, and community. The nurse maintains and implements a comprehensive school health program in accordance with Pennsylvania School Code, Pennsylvania Department of Education and Health guidelines, and School District of Lancaster guidelines. The role applies nursing theory in school-based decision-making, participates in student support and special education team processes, maintains health records and reporting data, and develops individual health plans for students with special health care needs. The nurse also advocates for students and families, collaborates with school staff and community agencies, promotes health and safety, and may support health education. Reports to the Principal; no supervisory duties are listed. Evaluation is determined according to contract.
Requirements
- Licensed Professional Nurse in Pennsylvania.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
- Pennsylvania Education Specialist certification (K–12 School Nurse).
- Valid CPR/First Aid certification.
- Ability to communicate and work with children, families, and staff in a nonjudgmental manner.
- Other qualifications may be deemed acceptable and appropriate by the Board.
Nice To Haves
- Background or experience in pediatric nursing, community health nursing, and/or critical care nursing.
Responsibilities
- Maintain and implement a comprehensive school health program consistent with Pennsylvania School Code, Pennsylvania Departments of Education and Health guidelines, and School District of Lancaster guidelines.
- Apply appropriate nursing theory as the basis for decision-making in the school setting.
- Participate in school-based team processes addressing students’ needs, including Student Assistance Program (SAP), Instructional Support Team (IST), and special education/MDE processes.
- Maintain accurate comprehensive student health records and daily health-room activity records.
- Compile and summarize data required for state and local health services reports.
- Develop and implement individual health plans for students with special health care needs.
- Advocate for the wellness and health-related needs of students and their families.
- Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
- Collaborate with school administration and staff to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate school health programs and activities.
- Promote good health and safety practices in and outside the school building.
- Coordinate with community-based agencies to develop service plans and avoid duplication of services.
- Serve as a resource for health education classes and health education curriculum development.
Stand Out From the Crowd
Upload your resume and get instant feedback on how well it matches this job.
What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
