School Nurse - Summit​/Beyond (2026-2027 School Year

Part-Time School Nurse

At Ankeny Schools, the School Nurse is at the heart of our commitment to supporting the health, safety, and well-being of every student. School Nurses provide compassionate, professional healthcare services that allow students to fully engage in learning, manage health needs, and thrive throughout the school day. Through direct care, health planning, and wellness education, School Nurses support students' physical, emotional, and developmental needs in a school-based setting.

This career offers the opportunity to collaborate with a dedicated team of educators, support staff, administrators, and community partners who share a focus on student success. School Nurses also work closely with families to promote healthy practices, coordinate care, and ensure students feel supported and safe at school—making a meaningful and lasting impact within a growing, innovative, and student-centered school community.

Job Title:

School Nurse

Wage:
See Negotiated Teacher Salary Schedule

Benefit

Summary:

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Reports To:

Assistant Director of Student Services and Building Principal

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Registered nurse with valid Iowa Licensure
• Current CPR certification
• Obtain Statement of Professional Recognition (SPR) through Iowa Board of Educational Examiners (BOEE)

Essential Functions

Health Services Administration & Compliance

Participates in the development and implementation of school health policies and procedures while maintaining accurate, complete, and confidential student health records. Effectively manages time and resources to ensure the efficient delivery of school health services and administers medications in accordance with established guidelines and district procedures, documenting all administration accurately.

Student Health Monitoring & Individualized Care

Monitors student health conditions that may impact learning and develops and implements Individual Health Plans (IHPs) to support student access to education in the school setting. Instructs school staff on plans of care and student health needs and collaborates with students' physicians to ensure appropriate medical services are provided during the school day.

Health Screenings & Preventive Services

Plans and implements health screenings as required by board policy and monitors for outbreaks of infectious or communicable diseases. Implements response protocols in coordination with public health guidance and collaborates with public health agencies as necessary. Provides immunization and health information to parents and guardians, including during kindergarten registration.

Emergency Response & Crisis Intervention

Provides emergency care as needed and participates in crisis intervention efforts to support students, families, and school personnel. Coordinates or facilitates CPR instruction for students and staff when required or appropriate.

Collaboration, Consultation & Communication

Partners with administrators, parents or guardians, and school personnel to communicate pertinent student health needs and concerns. Initiates health referral processes, serves as a liaison between school, home, and community resources, and collects health data for Area Education Association (AEA) staffings, participating in meetings as needed.

Health Education & Staff Support

Serves as a resource to faculty in the planning and implementation of the health curriculum and provides health education to individual students, groups of students, families, and school personnel. Offers wellness information and programs for staff and assists building principals in providing educational materials to meet health-mandated employee requirements.

School Environment & Safety

Contributes to the development and maintenance of a safe and healthful school environment. Conducts home visits when appropriate and in collaboration with administration and support services to support student health and well-being.

Leadership, Training & Delegation

Delegates, trains, and supervises the delivery of health services by non-licensed personnel in accordance with state law, nurse practice standards, and district policy to ensure safe and effective care.

Community & Family…