School Health Services Nurse (LPN/RN)

Bowling Green City • Bowling Green, OH

8d • Onsite

About The Position

Bowling Green City Schools is seeking a compassionate, student-centered Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN) to support student health, safety, and well-being at Bowling Green Middle School and, as assigned, across district buildings and programs. The nurse helps maintain a safe, healthy learning environment by responding to student illnesses and injuries, supporting medication procedures, maintaining health records, and coordinating with families, school personnel, and healthcare providers. The employee must work within the scope of their Ohio nursing license and applicable laws, regulations, and district procedures. An LPN performs duties within the LPN scope of practice and under the required direction of an RN or other authorized healthcare professional, as applicable.

This is a full-time, Monday–Friday position with work hours of 7:30 a.m.–3:10 p.m. The position reports to the Middle School Principal and pays $27.00 per hour, with starting compensation subject to adjustment based on relevant experience and qualifications. Eligible employees may have access to benefits subject to employee classification, plan documents, and district policies.

Bowling Green City Schools’ vision is to provide excellent instruction and equitable opportunities for each student. Its mission is to provide high academic expectations and extracurricular opportunities in an inclusive, caring, safe, and healthy environment while partnering with families and the community.

Requirements

• Current, valid Ohio license as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN).
• Ability to perform assigned duties within the scope of the applicable Ohio nursing license and comply with applicable supervision, direction, and delegation requirements.
• Meet applicable Ohio school employment requirements, including required background checks and health-related clearances.
• Effective communication, organization, documentation, and collaboration skills when working with students, families, school personnel, and healthcare providers.
• Ability to maintain confidential student and employee information.
• Additional training, certifications, or qualifications may be required based on assigned duties and applicable law.

Responsibilities

• Provide appropriate nursing care and first aid to students experiencing illness, injury, or other health concerns.
• Recognize and respond to medical emergencies according to established emergency response procedures.
• Support district student health, wellness, and safety initiatives; monitor and report potential health and safety concerns; and assist with injury documentation and follow-up.
• Assist with communicable disease prevention, student exclusion and readmission procedures, and other health matters consistent with law and district policy.
• Assist with student health screenings, including vision and hearing screenings, and other screenings as assigned.
• Review student medical emergency authorization forms and communicate relevant health information to authorized personnel when needed to protect student health and safety.
• Support safe medication storage, handling, and administration in accordance with Ohio law, district policies, physician orders, and applicable nursing standards.
• Perform nursing procedures and provide student-specific health support within the employee’s authorized scope of practice.
• Maintain accurate, confidential health records and complete required documentation and reports.
• Support student healthcare plans and communicate health-related needs to appropriate educational team members.
• Assist with care coordination for students with chronic health conditions, disabilities, and other specialized medical needs.
• Communicate with parents and guardians regarding student health concerns and coordinate healthcare referrals when appropriate.
• Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, counselors, student support teams, and healthcare professionals to address student health needs.
• Participate in IEP, Section 504, and other student support meetings as appropriate to the position and assigned responsibilities.
• Assist with implementing health-related accommodations and individualized healthcare plans developed by appropriately authorized professionals.
• Connect families with community health resources and support services when appropriate.
• Report suspected child abuse or neglect as required by Ohio law.
• Protect student privacy and confidentiality in accordance with applicable laws and district policies.
• Follow Board policies, administrative procedures, applicable laws, and professional standards.
• Maintain required nursing licensure, credentials, training, and health-related clearances.
• Maintain professional and respectful working relationships with students, families, colleagues, and community partners.
• Participate in staff meetings, professional development, and health-related training as assigned.
• Perform other job-related duties consistent with the position and assigned responsibilities.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees, subject to applicable classification, plan documents, and district policies.
• Board-paid term life insurance of $50,000 for eligible Unclassified II employees who meet the minimum 30-hour-per-week requirement.
• Voluntary supplemental insurance options, including short-term disability, long-term disability, critical illness, accident, cancer, hospital indemnity, dependent life, and additional life insurance.
• Paid sick leave, personal days, and holidays, as applicable.
• Professional development opportunities.
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Access to Wood County Health Consortium Clinics at no cost for employees enrolled in the district health plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed