School Nurse - RN (SY 2026-2027)

Collaborate with the parent/guardian, school staff, and student, where appropriate, to develop and implement an individualized health care plan for the student Collaborate and maintain ongoing communication with teachers, school staff, leadership team, and families Collaborate with school leadership and personnel in assessing and improving social and emotional climate of students and faculty Provide staff training on allergic reactions, asthma, epinephrine administration and information on student allergies on a yearly basis Attend after school family events such as Back to School Night, etc. Attend Individualized Education Plan (IEP) and Section 504 Meetings as needed Participate as a team member by collaborating with other nurses Ensure that the school has an emergency plan which is communicated to personnel and students Implement state-mandated programs such as immunization surveillance and screening programs Communicate disease prevention and infection control based on current guidelines for universal precautions, prevention of bloodborne pathogens exposure, and hazardous medical waste disposal Acts as a resource in health education to school personnel, students, and families Provides coverage or support as needed for other school network nurses

Professional

Practice: Attend all medical trainings and professional development meetings as necessary Demonstrates current knowledge in such areas as (a) professional issues in school nursing, (b) school and community health, (c) communicable disease control, (d) growth and development, (e) health assessment, special health conditions, both chronic and acute, (g) injury prevention and emergency care (h) health counseling, health education and promotion, (i) current adolescent issues Maintains certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation and nursing license Obtains expert consultation, supervision, and peer review as needed Collaborates with local schools of nursing to provide student practical health, as well as to obtain nursing education resources Perform other duties that may be assigned by supervisor Qualifications Uphold a passionate belief in CDCPS' mission, values, and educational model Hold current license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) or as a Licensed Nurse Practitioner (LPN) Bachelors in Nursing or Masters degree in Nursing from an accredited professional nursing program is preferred; Associates in Nursing is required Experience working with school-aged children is preferred Experience in health records administration for schools is preferred *Community Day Charter Public School participates in the E-Verify program to determine the immigration and work-eligibility status of prospective employees. Please refer to the Notice of E-Verify Participation and the Right to Work documents for more information. *Community Day Charter Public School is affiliated with The Community Group (TCG), a private, nonprofit organization that has been creating opportunities through education since 1970. TCG manages various programs, including a network of early childhood and out-of-school time programs, a K1-8 charter public school, training programs, and a child care resource and referral program, Child Care Circuit. *The Community Group is fully committed to Equal Employment Opportunity and to attracting, retaining, developing, and promoting the most qualified employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state or local law. In addition, we are dedicated to providing a work environment free from discrimination and harassment and where employees are treated with respect and dignity.