Nurse, Public Health Nurse

Nurse

Hazelwood School District District Wide
- Florissant, Missouri

Job : 5658940

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Apr 22, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: To Be Determined

POSITION TITLE: School Nurse

REPORTS TO: School Principal / Coordinator of Health Services

POSITION SUMMARY

Provides and promotes health services for students, staff, and volunteers to support a safe and healthy learning environment. Delivers care through a comprehensive school health program; providing direct care, managing chronic conditions, implementing screenings, responding to health-related emergencies or crisis situations within the assigned building.

SALARY RANGE

• RN Degree: $40,082 - $58,102
• BSN Degree: $48,305 - $70,782
• Master’s Degree: $49,732 - $89,130
• Master’s Degree +30: $51,894 - $92,471
• Nurse Practitioner License: $2,000 stipend
• NCSN Certification: $3,000 stipend

Essential Functions

• Assess student and staff health conditions in cases of acute illnesses or injury; provide care or refer to appropriate medical personnel in accordance with established nursing procedures.
• Provide long-term care for students with chronic medical conditions.
• Administer prescribed medications in compliance with the Nurse Practice Act and Board policy; monitor for side effects and effectiveness and maintain appropriate medication and procedural orders in writing and in accordance with district practices.
• Maintain and safeguard medication and medication access in accordance with district practices.
• Maintain accurate records of medications received and dispensed in accordance with applicable laws and nursing standards.
• Review, monitor, and maintain student immunization records for compliance with state requirements and board policy; follow up as needed.
• Conduct age-appropriate health screenings (e.g., vision, hearing, dental); document findings and refer for further evaluation when necessary.
• Conduct and assist with coordination of age-appropriate Human Growth and Development education in accordance with district practices and board policy.
• Maintain and update cumulative health records; prepare required state reports and paperwork.
• Monitor the school environment to ensure the health and safety of students and staff.
• Provide consultation to students, staff, and families regarding health concerns and injury prevention.
• Identify student health needs and develop individualized health care plans as appropriate.
• Coordinate and oversee building-level health services, screenings, and community health resources.
• Develop and implement health and safety plans, including emergency care procedures.
• Provide health education resources related to topics such as growth and development, hygiene, chronic conditions, and first aid.
• Manage emergency preparedness, AED monthly maintenance, access to emergency medications (albuterol, Narcan, epinephrine), and Cardiac Emergency Response Teams (CERT) within the school site; educating on "Stop the Bleed" and maintaining all team training and records of drills.

Marginal Functions

• None identified

• Regularly requires standing, walking, sitting, speaking, stairs, hearing, and manual dexterity (e.g., grasping, feeling).
• Requires clear vision at close (20 inches or less) and distance (20 feet or more), including the ability to distinguish colors.
• Involves light to moderate physical activity, including lifting up to 25 regularly and up to 60 lbs. occasionally, with or without assistance.
• Ability to provide chest compressions without impediment.
• Maintain a hygienic and organized clinic workspace; notifying building administration when maintenance issues are noted.
• Maintain a professional, respectful, and positive workspace as well as relationships with all stakeholders in accordance to nursing standards and district policy.
• Collaborate with school team to reinforce and implement care coordination and best practice.
• Assist in cross-covering other school sites as medical acuity or staffing needs arise.

• Primarily indoor work
• Regular exposure to communicable illnesses and occasional exposure to chemicals

• Registered Nurse (RN) required;
  Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
• Knowledge of nursing and healthcare practices equivalent to a college-level education

• Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience

Skills and Abilities which may be representative but not all inclusive of those commonly associated with this position:

• Ability to interpret and apply instructions in written, oral, or diagram form
• Ability to analyze and resolve problems involving multiple variables in standardized situations
• Proficiency in basic math functions (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, ratios, and percentages)
• Effective communication skills, including reading, writing, and speaking
• Strong interpersonal skills to collaborate with staff, students, families, and community partners
• Strong assessment skills, expertise in…