School Health Services Specialist; Registered Nurse

Full‑Time School Health Services Specialist – Job .

• Administer routine and minor first aid to students.
• Report statistics of student accidents, illness, and immunizations for the school nurse on a manual or automated system.
• Compose and send written notices about health activities and concerns to students and parents as required.
• Initiate and maintain contact with parents by phone as needed to communicate health‑related concerns and updates.
• Dispense medication to students as prescribed by the student's doctor, according to District policy.
• Maintain close communication with the school nurse on proper procedures to be used in dealing with health problems and activities.
• Work closely with teachers, counselors, administrators and parents on the health care needs of students.
• Perform other health service duties as assigned by the nurse.
• Maintain accurate routine records.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Assist with staff training on minor health needs for students and review any health plans with summer staff.
• Administer routine and minor first aid to students.
• Communicate any health concerns to students' parents as required.
• Support with any healthcare needs of students.
• Maintain accurate routine records.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Registered Nurse (RN) certification required.
• Previous work in a school health office setting preferred.
• CPR/First Aid Certification or willingness to obtain.
• Ability to exercise judgment in dealing with emergencies and special health needs of students.
• Knowledge of data privacy and the ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Dedication to providing the highest level of customer service to the school community.
• Enjoy working in a fast‑paced environment with students, parents, and school staff members.
• Ability to multi‑task and prioritize work responsibilities.
• Display flexibility and openness to change.
• Initiate tasks based on situational needs.
• Problem‑solve and diffuse difficult situations and respond in crisis situations.
• Willingness to participate in ongoing staff development and dedication to continuous professional growth.
• Visual ability to read handwritten or typed documents, and the display screen of various office equipment and machines.
• Member of the District wide Crisis Team.

School year: 6.5 hours/day, 178 days. Summer session: 6.5 hours/day, 48 days. Total: 226 days/year.

School year:
Discovery Center/Schumann Elementary.
Summer program:
Orono Intermediate School.

• Hourly Wage: $20.33‑$21.80
• Differentials
  • Nursing Assistant certificate (CNA) $0.25
  • Medical Assistant certificate (CMA or RMA) $0.50
  • Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license $1.50
  • Registered Nurse (RN) license (2‑Year Nursing Degree) $2.50
  • Licensed School Nurse license (LSN) $6.50

• Single Health: 90% covered by District
• Employee + 1 Health: 75% covered by District
• Family Health: 75% covered by District
• Dental: 100% covered by District
• Life insurance equal to annual wages: 100% covered by District
• LTD insurance: 100% covered by District
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Vacation: 10 days.
Holidays: 11 paid holidays/ year.

• Incentive Pay: 1%

Positions covered by Minnesota Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA).

ESP Responsibility Level III.