School Nurse Jefferson

7262/7263 School Nurse (26-27 school year) - Jefferson

Henderson County Schools Jefferson Elementary School - Henderson, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

Job : 5602029

Final date to receive applications: Jul 30, 2026 11:59 PM (Central Standard Time)

Re-Posted: Jul 07, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

BASIC FUNCTION: Administer first aid according to established procedures; conduct a variety of health screenings; prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• First aid, CPR and nursing practices and procedures.
• Various health-screening practices, procedures and techniques.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Contagious diseases.

ABILITY TO:

• Administer first aid according to established procedures.
• Conduct variety of health screenings.
• Prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.
• Make referrals and perform follow-up.
• Maintain medical equipment in proper working condition.
• Understand and follow written prescriptions.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.
• Complete work with many interruptions.
• Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
• Observe health and safety regulations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: graduation as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse and one year comprehensive nursing experience.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid Kentucky driver's license. Criminal background check, CAN check, physical, TB risk assessment, drug screen. 185 days per year, 7.25 hours per day.

This is for the 2026-27 school year. Position will most likely be at Jefferson Elementary.

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Please note that if new to the district, your first paycheck will be issued on September 15, 2026.

LPN starts at $18.77/hour up to 25.66/hour (27 years of experience). Registered nurses start at $20.03/hour up to 26.75 (27 years of experience).

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Student Services >
School Nurse

• High School/Trade School degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required