Elementary School Nurse

Elementary School Nurse

Ames Community School District District Wide, Ames, Iowa

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Job : 5621546

Final date to receive applications: Jun 23, 2026 11:59 PM (UTC)

Re-Posted: Jun 17, 2026 2:05 AM (UTC)

Welcome to Ames Community School District. More than just a workplace, we are a connected and caring community focused on growth, recognition, and support. As an employee at Ames CSD, you'll enjoy competitive pay and a variety of employee benefits. Beyond those benefits, you'll join an organization that values each individual's contributions and strives to create an environment where everyone feels they belong.

We are proud of our investment in modern, high-quality facilities, new and renovated spaces designed to help you thrive in your role. Over half (54%) of our certified staff hold advanced degrees, underscoring our strong emphasis on continued learning and career advancement. Become part of Ames CSD, where your work is appreciated, and your potential is encouraged in a welcoming and supportive setting.

Ames Community School District is seeking an Elementary School Nurse for the 2026-27 school year.

• Provides primary and emergency care to minimize the effects of accidents and illness in the schools.
• Assesses, plans, implements, and evaluates student health care needs to develop individualized health care plans.
• Communicates with administration and other staff regarding student health care needs.
• Initiates the health referral process and serves as liaison between school, home and community.
• Assists with crisis intervention for students, families and staff.
• Provides individual and group health counseling/health education.
• Collaborates with educational and AEA teams by completing health history and assessment of students for evaluation of educational programming.
• Obtains and evaluates student records for compliance with State Immunization Laws.
• Conducts health screenings to identify conditions which may affect learning.
• Maintains student health records.
• Consults with school administration to establish, review and revise policies and procedures for a comprehensive school health program.
• Arranges in‑services programs for school personnel for Bloodborne Pathogens, First‑Aid, emergency care procedures, medication administration, and current health issues.
• Determines training of educational assistants, extent of orientation, and amount and type of supervision that will be needed to comply with state Nurse Practice Act and other legal considerations.
• Ability to perform work while wearing appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Ability to work in an environment in which employees may be exposed to contagious diseases, with appropriate PPE, disinfecting, and other reasonable health protective measures.

• Education:
  
  B.A./B.S. Degree
• Certification: A valid State of Iowa Registered Nurse License and current CPR certification.
• Experience:
  
  Two years of nursing experience preferred.

• Ability to create a sense of belonging and a welcoming environment for all students and staff.
• Ability to attend work on a consistent and punctual basis.

• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Long-Term Disability Insurance
• PTO, sick leave, family sick leave
• IPERS Retirement

Candidates, please follow the link to apply online:  Ames CSD is an E-Verify employer. The Ames CSD is an EEO/AA employer.

Position Type:
Full-time

Job Category:
Student Services >
School Nurse

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• Sharday Grove
• 2005 24th St
• Ames, Iowa 50010
• Phone:
• Fax:
• Email: sharday.grove.ia.us