School Nurse; Registered Nurse

Frontline Applicant Tracking - Gila Bend Unified School District

• Position Type:
  Student Support Services/ School Nurse
• Date Posted: 2/12/2026
• Location:
  
  Gila Bend Unified School District #24 (High-Needs School)

School Nurse (Registered Nurse)

Position Summary

The School Nurse promotes and protects the health, safety, and well-being of students and staff by providing direct nursing services, managing chronic health conditions, ensuring compliance with Arizona requirements, and contributing to a healthy school environment. The nurse collaborates with families, school personnel, healthcare providers, and community resources to remove health-related barriers to learning.

Student Health Services

• Provide first aid and emergency care for illness or injury; contact parents/guardians and EMS as appropriate.
• Document all health office visits, treatments, feedings, screenings, injuries, and illnesses in the Student Information System (SIS) per district procedures.
• Review, maintain, and update student health records (immunizations, allergies, chronic conditions, treatments, and screening results).
• Administer prescription and over-the-counter medications per physician orders, Arizona law, district policy, and established nursing care plans.
• Secure all medications in locked storage; maintain accurate logs for medication administration and procedures (e.g., blood glucose testing, insulin dosing/pump calculations, epinephrine administration, catheterization, tube feedings, suctioning).
• Conduct vision, hearing, pediculosis, blood pressure, and other state-required screenings.
• Identify and assess students with chronic or emerging health conditions; monitor status and follow care protocols.
• Complete incident and mandated health reports.

Care Plans & Compliance

• Develop and implement Individualized Health Plans (IHPs) and Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) for students with identified medical needs, with parent/guardian and provider input.
• Participate in IEP and Section 504 meetings when student health needs are involved.
• Audit and monitor compliance with immunization requirements, health screenings, medication administration practices, and health file maintenance.
• Follow universal precautions and infection control standards; adhere to all applicable local, state, and federal regulations.
• Report suspected child abuse, communicable diseases, and other mandated concerns to the principal and required agencies.
• Inform administrators and relevant staff of students with significant medical needs while maintaining confidentiality.
• Provide health education and materials to students, staff, and families, including information on contagious diseases.
• Collaborate with campus leadership to promote a safe and healthy school environment.
• Advise administrators during health-related crises and emergencies.
• Establish and maintain positive, professional relationships with students, staff, parents, and community partners.

Administration & Documentation

• Maintain confidential student health records in compliance with FERPA, HIPAA (as applicable), Arizona requirements, and district policies.
• Requisition and maintain health supplies, equipment, and inventory.
• Compile, maintain, and submit required reports and documentation.
• Report potential health and safety hazards to the principal.
• Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures.

Instruction & Professional Development

• Assist with health curriculum development and provide health-related instruction to students, staff, and families.
• Maintain compliance with the Arizona Nurse Practice Act and Arizona Board of Nursing (AZBN) rules.
• Attend ADE School Nurse trainings and maintain required certifications.

Other Duties

• Maintain a high level of ethical conduct and confidentiality.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing program (ACEN or CCNE).
• Completion of ADE-approved Seizure Action Plan training (SB1654).

Licenses & Certifications

• Valid Arizona RN license or Nurse Licensure Compact privilege.
• Valid Arizona DPS Level One IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card (required prior to employment and throughout service).
• Evidence of Hepatitis B immunization…