Nurse - Registered Nurse (Effective 2026-2027 SCHOOL YEAR)
Tucson Unified School District•Tucson, AZ
•Onsite
About The Position
The Registered Nurse (RN) – School Staff Nurse provides direct and indirect nursing care to students and staff in the school district. The RN promotes health and safety, supports student learning, and collaborates with families, educators, and community partners. This role is guided by the National Association of School Nurses (NASN) Scope and Standards of Practice and the Arizona Nurse Practice Act.
Requirements
- Associate of Applied Science in Nursing (AAS)
- Current, active and in good standing, and unencunbered 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.
- Clinical experience in pre-licensure program may be considered, experience in any nursing specialty.
- 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.
- Valid Driver’s License (Must obtain Arizona Driver’s license within 30 days of hire)
- Valid IVP Fingerprint clearance card
- Proof of immunity to rubeola (measles) and rubella (German measles), or proof of MMR immunization
- Must release Social Security Number to be eligible for AHCCCS Provider ID Number
- 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’s degree in Nursing or higher
- At least two (2) years of pediatric, public health, or school nursing experience.
- Arizona State Certification in Vision and Hearing Screening
- Case management background
Responsibilities
- Provides direct and indirect nursing care to students and staff.
- Promotes health and safety within the school district.
- Supports student learning.
- Collaborates with families, educators, and community partners.
Benefits
- Higher Pay (funded through a community-approved override guaranteed through June 2031)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
