School Nurse - LPN or RN

Essential Functions:

• Student Health & Medical Care

• Provide compassionate, age-appropriate nursing care to students experiencing illness, injury, or other health-related concerns during the school day.

• Assess or observe student health concerns, provide appropriate interventions, and escalate medical needs in accordance with professional licensure, established protocols, and scope of practice.

• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders, school policies, and applicable state regulations.

• Respond promptly to medical emergencies, provide first aid, and coordinate emergency medical services when necessary.

• Support students with chronic health conditions, including asthma, diabetes, severe allergies, seizure disorders, and other individualized medical needs.

• Maintain a safe, clean, organized, and adequately stocked school health office.

Individualized Healthcare Plans & Student Support

• Develop, implement, or support individualized healthcare plans and emergency care plans for students with ongoing medical needs, consistent with nursing licensure and scope of practice.

• Collaborate with special education staff, teachers, and school leadership to ensure appropriate health-related accommodations and services are provided to students with IEPs and Section 504 plans.

• Monitor student health needs and communicate relevant changes or concerns to families, healthcare providers, and appropriate school personnel.

• Support students requiring scheduled medical treatments, procedures, or health-related accommodations throughout the school day.

• Promote student independence, dignity, and inclusion while supporting individualized healthcare needs.

Health Records, Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date student health records, including immunizations, medication administration, health screenings, and medical incidents.

• Monitor student immunization records and support compliance with Tennessee school health requirements.

• Document student health visits, treatments, medication administration, injuries, and parent communications in a timely manner.

• Follow established procedures for medication storage, administration, inventory, and disposal.

• Support required health screenings, communicable disease prevention, and school health reporting.

• Ensure student health information is handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws, school policies, and professional standards.

Family Communication & School Collaboration

• Serve as a trusted resource for students, families, and school staff regarding student health and wellness.

• Communicate with parents and guardians regarding student illness, injuries, medical needs, and recommended follow-up care.

• Partner closely with the Office Manager, school leadership, teachers, and special education teams to coordinate student health services.

• Provide guidance to school staff on recognizing and responding to student health concerns and emergencies, consistent with applicable policies and scope of practice.

• Participate in relevant student support meetings and collaborate with families and healthcare providers to promote continuity of care.

• Demonstrate empathy, cultural responsiveness, professionalism, and sound judgment in all interactions with students, families, and colleagues.

School Health & Safety

• Support the development and implementation of school health and emergency response procedures.

• Assist with staff training and emergency preparedness related to student medical conditions, including severe allergies, seizures, diabetes, and other health concerns.

• Identify and communicate potential health and safety concerns to school leadership.

• Promote healthy habits, illness prevention, and student wellness throughout the school community.

• Collaborate with school leadership to address health-related barriers to student attendance and participation.

• Perform additional school health-related duties as assigned, consistent with professional licensure, training, and scope of practice.

• All nursing services and responsibilities must be performed in accordance with the employee's professional licensure, authorized scope of practice, applicable Tennessee nursing regulations, and established school health protocols.

Qualifications:

Required Qualifications:

Current, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license valid to practice in Tennessee.

Knowledge of basic nursing practices, medication administration, first aid, and emergency response procedures.

Ability to recognize student health concerns, respond appropriately to medical emergencies, and provide care within the individual's authorized scope of practice.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail, including accurate medical documentation and maintenance of confidential student health records.

Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, families, and school staff.

Ability to manage multiple priorities, exercise sound judgment, and remain calm in a fast-paced school environment.

Commitment to supporting students from diverse backgrounds and creating an inclusive, welcoming school community.

Ability to successfully complete required background checks.

Preferred Qualifications:

Previous nursing experience in a school, pediatric, community health, or similar setting.

Experience supporting children with chronic medical conditions, disabilities, or individualized healthcare needs.

Familiarity with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), Section 504 plans, and school-based health services.

Current CPR/BLS certification.

Experience collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, including educators, healthcare providers, and families.

Bilingual proficiency in English and Spanish is a plus.

Additional Expectations:

Commitment to Rocketship Public Schools' mission, vision, and core values.

Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with school leadership and support staff.

Willingness to participate in professional development and maintain all applicable licensure and certification requirements.

All nursing responsibilities must be performed in accordance with applicable Tennessee regulations, professional scope of practice, and established school health protocols.