School Nurse/Front Office (Eastgate)

Coral Academy of Science Las Vegas•Henderson, NV

9h•Onsite

About The Position

The School Nurse is responsible for promoting the health and safety of students and staff by providing health services, managing student health records, and implementing health-related policies. The nurse will support student learning by identifying and addressing health-related barriers and maintaining a safe, healthy school environment.

Requirements

Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in the State of Nevada.
Current CPR/First Aid certification.
Experience in pediatric, public health, or school nursing.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
School Nurse Endorsement or willingness to obtain.
Familiarity with health-related documentation systems (e.g., Infinite Campus, SNAP Health Center).
Bilingual in English/Spanish or other languages common in the community.

Responsibilities

Provide direct nursing care to students and staff, including first aid, emergency care, and chronic condition management (e.g., diabetes, asthma, seizures).
Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by a healthcare provider and in accordance with district policy.
Maintain accurate and confidential student health records in compliance with state and federal regulations (e.g., HIPAA, FERPA).
Monitor and manage communicable disease control by identifying signs of illness, notifying families, and working with public health officials as needed.
Conduct vision, hearing, and other mandated health screenings.
Develop and implement individual health care plans for students with medical conditions or disabilities.
Serve as a liaison between home, school, and healthcare providers to promote student health and attendance.
Educate students, staff, and parents about health and wellness, including hygiene, nutrition, and injury prevention.
Assist with health-related emergency preparedness and contribute to the school’s safety and crisis response planning.
Maintain clinic supplies and ensure equipment is clean and functional.
Report suspected child abuse or neglect in accordance with state laws.