School Health Registered Nurse (10-months) - Tiered Sign-On Bonus up to $5,000

County of Wake, NC•Raleigh, NC

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Looking for a nursing role that offers meaningful impact and work-life balance? Join #TeamWake as a School Health Nurse in the School Health Program and enjoy a rewarding career supporting students. The Wake County School Health Program supports 199 schools within Wake County Public Schools, ensuring students have access to essential health services that help them thrive academically and physically. Imagine a nursing role where you can make a difference every day and still have your summers off. This position offers a predictable 10-month schedule, consistent weekday hours with no nights or weekends, and the kind of work-life balance many nurses are searching for. You’ll build meaningful relationships with students while enjoying variety in your work across two schools and age groups, all within a supportive, community-focused environment. Here's the details: 10-month position, August 16 – June 15 (Summers off!) Monday–Friday, 8-hour days during school hours Location: Two schools in the North Raleigh area (North Central Wake County) 3 days/week at one school 2 days/week at another school Schools may include preschool, elementary, middle, or high school As a School Health Nurse, you’ll serve as a vital link between healthcare and education by: Conducting nursing assessments and managing student health needs Developing and implementing individualized healthcare plans Training and supervising school staff on health-related procedures Supporting students with chronic conditions through care coordination Collaborating with families, providers, and community partners Participating in IEP and 504 meetings for students with medical needs Performing vision screenings, referrals, and follow-ups Identifying students who may benefit from additional health services Ready for a better work-life balance without leaving nursing behind? If you’re interested in community health, enjoy building relationships with students, or are looking to transition from a hospital setting into a more predictable schedule, we invite you to apply today and make a difference in Wake County schools. NOTE: Upon acceptance of employment, you acknowledge that (i) if you work in the Health Clinics and Public Health Division (including School Health,) influenza immunization is a condition of initial and continued employment, subject to compliance with federal law, and active support, and (ii) participation in department emergency preparedness and response activities, which may include temporary changes in responsibilities and working hours.

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited school of Nursing
No specific experience required
North Carolina Board of Nursing Licensed Registered Nurse
CPR
AED
Valid Driver's License and "safe" driving record
Equivalent education and experience are accepted
Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.

Nice To Haves

2+ years of experience in school health nursing, pediatric nursing, home health, or public health
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)
Spanish language skills (preferred)
Valid NC Driver’s License and reliable transportation
Ability to work well with children and families
Adaptable, organized, self-motivated, and reliable
Ability to work independently as the only medical professional in the school
Ability to work as part of a multidisciplinary team
Familiarity with North Carolina Nursing Practice Act and Delegation Decision Tree
Excellent interpersonal, oral and written communication, and decision-making skills
Ability to plan and organize workload and juggle multiple priorities daily
Knowledge and familiarity with information technology
Ability to develop and maintain strong relationships with clients
Able to identify problems, determine solutions, and actively work to resolve issues
Adaptable and open to change
Excellent nursing documentation skills
Comfortable speaking in front of small and large groups