Nurse, Lead (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)

Tucson Unified School District • Tucson, AZ

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About The Position

SUMMARY The Nurse, Lead oversees the delivery of school health services across multiple school locations based on assignment. This leadership role ensures compliance with nursing standards, supports staff development, and promotes student health and academic success. The position is grounded in the National Association of School Nursing (NASN) Scope and Standards of Practice and the Arizona State Board of Nursing Nurse Practice Act. This position reports to the Director of School Health Services.

Requirements

• Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AAS)
• Current, active and in good standing, and unencumbered Arizona Registered Nurse license. Compact license may be considered; if the candidate is a resident of Arizona, they must seek a home compact state licensure in Arizona.
• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in school health.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from a recognized provider (e.g., American Heart Association, American Red Cross, Health and Safety Institute, etc.) OR First Aid, CPR, and AED certification from a recognized provider.
• Supervisory Experience
• Valid Driver’s License (Must obtain Arizona Driver’s license within 30 days of hire)
• Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization.
• IVP Fingerprint clearance card (apply at AZDPS FCC Form Triage )
• Must hold a current Driver’s license and reliable personal vehicle with insurance coverage greater than or equal to the state required minimum for car insurance as described under Governing Board Policy: EEB-R-1 Business and Personnel Transportation Services - Transportation by Employees.
• Bloodborne Pathogen training offered by the TUSD Risk Management Department.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree or higher.
• Arizona State Certification in Vision and Hearing Screening
• National Certification in School Nursing (NCSN)

Responsibilities

• Oversees the delivery of school health services across multiple school locations based on assignment.
• Ensures compliance with nursing standards.
• Supports staff development.
• Promotes student health and academic success.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree