PROGRAM MANAGER, CLINICAL NURSE

Denver Public Schools•Denver, CO

5d•$75,457 - $90,548

About The Position

The Clinical Nurse Program Manager provides clinical expertise and operational oversight to ensure high-quality, evidence-based, and legally compliant school health services. This role aligns practice with policy by supervising nursing programs, ensuring regulatory compliance under IDEA and Section 504, and promoting best practices within DPS. By collaborating with leadership and stakeholders, the manager advances health equity and supports student academic achievement and holistic well-being.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing from an Accredited College or University, area of expertise School Nursing, pediatric critical care and/or pediatric nursing
Three (3+) years of school nursing, public health, pediatric critical care and/or pediatric nursing experience is required
Current active and unencumbered Colorado (or compact) DORA Registered Nurse License is required
Current active Colorado Department of Education Special Provider license (Proof of application submission, if new) is required
Current BLS Certificate is required
Valid Colorado driver’s license and ability to meet District insurability requirements
Knowledge with Google products including Docs, Sheets and Gmail
Effective time management and organizational skills
Effective communication skills; both verbal and written
Strong attention to detail
Ability to train, teach and develop nursing educational material and professional learning
Effectively handle multiple demands and competing deadlines
Professional behavior and the ability to take responsibility for one’s own learning performance
Strong clinical nursing skills applicable to student health/ pediatric nursing in a school setting, while adapting appropriately to health situations based on the nursing process and clinical judgement
Strong clinical judgment and regulatory knowledge
Strategic thinking and systems-level planning
Collaborative leadership experience is required
Data analysis and program evaluation skills
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in Nursing preferred
Commitment to equity, culturally responsive care, and student centered services is preferred
Bilingual in Spanish or another language preferred and may be required for some positions

Responsibilities

Direct the development, implementation, and evaluation of districtwide student health programs and clinical initiatives to ensure alignment with federal, state, and local regulations including IDEA, Section 504, immunization statutes, and Colorado public health mandates
Establish and monitor clinical standards for student health services by developing and maintaining districtwide protocols, procedures, and program guidelines to ensure consistent implementation across DPS schools
Provide clinical program supervision and support through clinical guidance and mentorship to Nursing Services team members. For example, medically complex cases with management of chronic health conditions and 1:1 medical Dedicated Adult Services health related components of IEP/Section 504
Ensure adherence to clinical documentation standards through audit processes, quality assurance reviews, and continuous improvement practices
Design and facilitate professional learning for nursing staff and health office personnel, including new staff orientation, ongoing competency validation, and training in culturally responsive and evidence based practices
Analyze student health program data and trends in collaboration with the Director to inform strategic planning, regulatory reporting, and continuous improvement of student health services
Support development of community partnerships, grant proposals, and regulatory compliance reporting related to student health programs
Other duties as assigned