School Nurse - RN - 2026-27

Columbia • Columbia, MO

10h • Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for modifying or reducing health-related barriers to learning of individual students and by promoting an optimal level of wellness for students and staff.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited school of nursing/ Missouri registered professional nurse license
• Current certification in CPR/AED
• At least two (2) years’ of experience
• Read, comprehend, and produce written and oral instructions, correspondence, and memos
• Communicate one-on-one and in small groups
• Present information effectively and respond to questions
• Demonstrate excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate excellent listening skills
• Add, subtract multiply and divide using units of American money, weight, volume and distance
• Apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions to practical situations
• Solve a variety of problems in many different situations
• Interpret instructions presented in written, oral, diagram or schedule form
• Demonstrate executive functions such as planning, organizing, remembering, and regulating information and behavior as they pertain to student performance and achievement
• Establish and maintain effective relationships with students and colleagues
• Perform multiple tasks simultaneously
• Safeguard medications and confidential medical information
• Identify needs and abilities of individual children and adapt methods accordingly
• Perform basic computer functions such as word processing and internet use
• Frequently stand, stoop, bend and kneel
• Read handwritten or printed material
• Frequently lift up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift up to 50 pounds
• Grasp, hold, and demonstrate finger dexterity
• Reach and raise arms above shoulders and head
• Must have both close and distance vision
• Consistent and regular attendance is an essential function of this position

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s in Science Nursing
• Professional and friendly demeanor
• Demonstrated ability to work well with a variety of individuals in a fast-paced environment

Responsibilities

• Assumes responsibility for appropriate assessment, planning, intervention and evaluation, management, and/or referral activities.
• Serves as the direct link between physicians, families, and community agencies to assure access and continuity of health care of students.
• Provides relevant instruction, counseling, and guidance to students, parents, staff, and others concerning health-related issues.
• Upholds professional standards, the state Nurse Practice Act, and other state and local statutes and regulations applicable to school nursing practice.
• Performs other duties as necessary to support the mission and vision of Columbia Public School District.

Benefits

• Benefits Eligible (Retirees not benefit eligible)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level