Exceptional Children (EC) Nurse

Warren County Schools•Warrenton, NC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Exceptional Children (EC) Nurse provides specialized nursing services and health-related support to students with disabilities and/or significant medical needs within the school setting. The EC Nurse may serve in a dedicated one-on-one capacity or provide nursing support across multiple schools and students within the district based on Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), healthcare plans, medical needs, and student schedules, including modified schedules. The EC Nurse works collaboratively with families, school staff, healthcare providers, and IEP teams to ensure students safely access educational opportunities in the least restrictive environment while maintaining compliance with health, safety, and special education requirements.

Requirements

Active North Carolina Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license
Current CPR/BLS certification
Current negative TB screening/result
Seizure disorder monitoring and intervention
Diastat administration
Diabetes management, insulin injections, and insulin pump monitoring
Medication administration
G-tube feedings and care
Tracheostomy care and suctioning
Catheterization procedures, if applicable
Emergency response and crisis intervention
Infection control and universal precautions
Documentation and confidentiality requirements related to student health records and IEP implementation
Ability to stand, walk, and sit for extended periods of time
Ability to frequently bend, crouch, kneel, push, pull, and lift up to 60 pounds
Ability to safely assist students with mobility, positioning, transfers, toileting, changing, feeding, and personal care needs as required
Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations

Nice To Haves

Experience working with children and/or medically fragile students preferred
Knowledge of pediatric, school health, and special education practices
Strong communication, organizational, and documentation skills
Ability to travel between schools/sites within the district as assigned
Valid driver’s license preferred

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care and medically necessary support to students with disabilities and/or chronic health conditions
Serve students in a one-on-one setting and/or across multiple schools or classrooms as assigned
Support students on modified schedules, community-based instruction, transportation, field trips, or other school-related activities as needed
Monitor and respond to medical conditions such as seizures, diabetes, tracheostomy needs, G-tube feedings, asthma, catheterization needs, or other chronic conditions
Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, district procedures, and nursing standards
Assist students with activities of daily living (ADLs), including toileting, diapering/changing, feeding, hygiene, positioning, and mobility needs as required by the student’s individualized healthcare plan, IEP, or medical needs
Maintain student dignity, privacy, and confidentiality while providing personal care and medical support
Follow infection control procedures and universal precautions during all personal care and medical procedures
Develop, implement, and monitor individualized healthcare plans, emergency care plans, and related documentation
Collaborate with families, healthcare providers, school personnel, and IEP teams regarding student medical needs and accommodations
Maintain accurate, confidential, and timely health documentation and records
Observe and report changes in student health status, behavior, or response to treatment
Participate in IEP meetings and school-based problem-solving or planning meetings as requested
Ensure compliance with district policies, IDEA requirements, state nursing regulations, and health/safety procedures
Provide first aid and emergency care for illnesses, injuries, or medical crises
Support implementation of emergency drills and safety procedures related to student medical needs
Perform other duties as assigned by administration or the Exceptional Children’s Department