School Nurse (RN or LPN)
New Story Schools (PA)·Dunmore, Pennsylvania
New Story Schools (PA)·Dunmore, Pennsylvania
The School Nurse will provide direct care, first aid, and emergency medical response while managing medication administration and developing individualized health plans for students with medical needs. Responsibilities also include educating staff and families on health procedures and collaborating with school teams to maintain health and safety standards.
At New Story Schools, we serve students ages 5–21 with autism and emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges.
Guided by individualized learning, therapeutic integration, and collaboration, we empower students to grow and prepare for meaningful adult lives.
Join our team and help students write their new story.
As a Certified School Nurse at New Story Schools, you will play a key role in promoting student health and safety.
You’ll oversee medication management, provide direct care, and collaborate with families and school teams to create a healthy, supportive learning environment for every child.
What You’ll Need Current Pennsylvania Certified School Nurse certification Experience providing nursing services to children Knowledge of medical conditions, treatment, and school health regulations Strong communication and documentation skills Ability to remain calm and effective during medical or behavioral emergencies What You’ll Do Provide direct care, first aid, and emergency medical response for students Manage medication administration, documentation, and physician communication Develop and monitor individualized health plans for students with medical needs Educate staff and families on health procedures, safety, and infection control Collaborate with school teams to promote health, wellness, and safety standards Why You’ll Love Working Here Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training 401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting Health, dental, and vision insurance Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you New Story Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.
If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at talent@newstory.com.
Candidates must possess current Pennsylvania Certified School Nurse certification and experience providing nursing services to children. Required competencies include knowledge of medical conditions, school health regulations, strong communication, and the ability to remain effective during medical or behavioral emergencies.
Market context
In Pennsylvania, school support staff roles are often competitive because districts need candidates who can meet licensing, safety, and clearance requirements before starting. For this role, a BS in Nursing, an active RN license, current First Aid and CPR certifications, and criminal background and child abuse clearances are required. Review the AI-summarized job requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm fit, then gather your licensure and clearance documents before applying.