The School Nurse provides direct healthcare services, emergency care, and preventive health support to students in a Catholic school setting. Responsibilities include managing chronic health conditions, maintaining health records, and implementing Individualized Healthcare Plans.
Requirements summary
A current Registered Nurse (RN) license and CPR/First Aid/AED certifications are required, with a BSN preferred. Candidates should have knowledge of child development and a commitment to the values of Catholic education.
Louis strives to teach and share our faith, serve others, and foster unity throughout the St.
Louis area.
Once a part of Kenrick-Glennon Seminary's campus, the Cardinal Rigali Center in Shrewsbury, MO is today the headquarters and curia (governing body) for the Archdiocese of St.
Louis.Job Summary The School Nurse promotes and supports the physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being of students in a Catholic school environment.
Working collaboratively with administrators, faculty, staff, parents, and healthcare providers, the School Nurse provides direct healthcare services, health education, emergency care, and preventive health support to ensure a safe and healthy learning environment.
The School Nurse serves as a compassionate caregiver while supporting the mission and values of Catholic education.Job Responsibilities Assess, treat, and document student illnesses and injuries occurring during the school day.
Administer medications and medical treatments in accordance with physician orders, school policies, and state regulations.
Monitor and manage student health conditions, including allergies, asthma, diabetes, seizures, and other chronic health concerns.
Develop, maintain, and implement Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs) and Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) as needed.
Provide first aid and emergency care for students, staff, and visitors when necessary.
Maintain accurate and confidential student health records.
Monitor immunization compliance and maintain required health documentation.
Conduct health screenings as required by state and diocesan guidelines, including vision, hearing, and other mandated screenings.
Identify health concerns that may impact student learning and communicate appropriately with parents and school personnel.
Promote disease prevention and infection control practices throughout the school community.
Monitor communicable illnesses and implement appropriate health protocols.
Job Requirements Current Registered Nurse (RN) license required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred.
Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification required.
Previous pediatric, school nursing, community health, or related nursing experience preferred.
Knowledge of child development, health assessment, and emergency response procedures.
Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information.
Proficiency with electronic health records and basic computer applications.
Commitment to supporting the mission and values of Catholic education.
The Archdiocese of St.
Louis is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind.
All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, marital, parental, veteran or disability status.
Pre-Employment Screening All candidates receiving an employment offer must submit a pre-employment screening.
The screening will include criminal background check, Family Care Safety Registration, drug screen, employment and educational licensure/certification verification, health screening, and any other screenings deemed necessary for employment.
Any offer would be contingent upon successful completion of any required screening.
Market context
School nursing demand in Missouri
Missouri school nurse roles are typically driven by steady demand for licensed RNs who can support student health, medication needs, and emergency response in K-12 settings. These positions can be competitive because employers often look for CPR/First Aid/AED certification, a BSN preference, child development knowledge, and alignment with Catholic education values. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your RN license and certifications before applying.
