Health Room Nurse

Position Type:
Educational Support Staff/Health Room Nurse

Date Posted:
2/4/2026

Date Available:
August 2026

Closing Date:
02/25/2026
Part-Time Health Room Nurse

Ephrata Area School District
Ephrata, Pennsylvania

Position Summary

The Ephrata Area School District is seeking a compassionate and detail-oriented Part-Time Health Room Nurse to support the health and well-being of students. This position assists the Certified School Nurse in providing health services that promote student safety, wellness, and readiness to learn.

Current openings;
Akron Elementary and High School

This is a non-exempt, part-time, 10-month position reporting to the Building Principal, Certified School Nurse, and Health Services Department Chair.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide first aid care to students and staff in compliance with district and state regulations, as directed by the Certified School Nurse.
• Assist with health screenings, including vision, hearing, height/weight, dental, and physical screenings.
• Maintain and update student health records, immunization data, and emergency information in Power School.
• Perform clerical duties related to health services, including data entry, correspondence, and attendance adjustments when students are dismissed due to illness.
• Assist with inventory, organization, and ordering of health room supplies and forms.
• Support documentation and recordkeeping for health programs and screenings.
• Communicate respectfully and effectively with students, parents, and staff.
• Maintain strict confidentiality and professionalism in all health-related matters.
• Perform additional duties as assigned by the Certified School Nurse, Principal, or Director of Health Services.

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• RN or LPN diploma from an accredited institution
• Valid Pennsylvania RN or LPN license

Certification

• Current CPR/AED certification

Experience & Skills

• Community or school health experience preferred
• Ability to assess student health needs and work independently
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency with basic computer applications (Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook)
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and work collaboratively with diverse populations
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation

Work Schedule & Compensation

• Part-time, 10-month position
• Salary and hours in accordance with the current support staff schedule

Workplace Expectations:

• Must demonstrate regular and punctual attendance. Must interact positively with administration, students, staff, parents, and community members.
• Must demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior & speech and dress in a neat, clean, and professional manner.
• Must follow all District policies, work procedures and reasonable requests by proper authority.
• Must maintain the integrity of confidential information within the Business Office.
• Follow established protocols as outlined in Student/Faculty/Support Staff handbook

Other Requirements: Applicants must also possess the following criminal clearances obtained within the last 12 months:
Act 34 - PA Criminal Record;
Act 114 - FBI Background Check;
Act 151 - PA Child Abuse Clearance. The Ephrata Area School District also requires a pre-employment drug test, physical, and TB test upon offer of employment as directed by PDE and the PA Department of Health.

Hourly rate based on experience

The Ephrata Area School District will not discriminate in employment, education programs, or activities based on race, sex, handicap, or national origin. This policy of non discrimination extends to all other legally protected classifications in accordance with state and federal laws including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972 and Section 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

Inquiries should be directed to Diane Gibson, Director of Human Resources, Ephrata Area School District, 803 Oak Boulevard, Ephrata, PA 19522.

Attachment(s):

• Health Services - Health Room Nurse
  - Revised 1.23.doc