Community Schools Nurse Case Manager, District

Greeley•Greeley, CO

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Community Schools Nurse Case Manager is a Registered Nurse and student advocate who collaborates with school leaders, families, healthcare providers, and community partners to eliminate health-related barriers to learning. Supporting the phased implementation of the District's Community Schools model, this role establishes proactive systems for care coordination, physical and mental health support, and emergency response. Through assessment, case management, and targeted advocacy, the Nurse Case Manager ensures all students have the resources needed to attend school safely and succeed academically. Additionally, the position drives program evaluation and continuous improvement by monitoring and reporting key data on student referrals, service utilization, and health outcomes.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Nursing from an accredited institution of higher education
Valid Colorado Registered Nurse (RN) license
Eligible for or licensed by the Colorado Department of Education as required for school nursing practice
American Heart Association First Aid and CPR certification
Valid Colorado driver's license and ability to travel between assigned school and community sites
Eligibility for Instructor Certification in CPR and First Aid

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children, adolescents, families, schools, and/or community health systems
Experience working with interdisciplinary teams and community-based organizations
Experience with health equity, trauma-responsive care, culturally responsive practice, or addressing social determinants of health
Experience with data collection, program evaluation, or quality improvement
CPI training or willingness to obtain certification after hire.

Responsibilities

Assesses Student Health: Evaluates physical, mental, and social health needs to create personalized care plans for students with chronic or complex medical conditions.
Provides Direct Care & Training: Delivers direct nursing care during health emergencies and trains school staff to safely handle medications and medical procedures.
Coordinates Services & Resources: Connects students and families to doctors, mental health providers, food assistance, and local resources to remove barriers to school attendance.
Partners with Families & Staff: Collaborates with parents, teachers, and healthcare providers—including making home visits when needed—to advocate for student safety and well-being.
Tracks Data & Maintains Records: Keeps accurate, confidential health records and tracks service data to help improve health programs across the school district.