Nashville - School Nurse

Responsibilities

• Provide daily health assessments, first aid, and emergency care to students as needed
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and school health protocols
• Monitor and manage students with chronic health conditions including asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, and severe allergies
• Conduct vision, hearing, and other required screenings per district and state requirements

• Provide daily health assessments, first aid, and emergency care to students as needed
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and school health protocols
• Monitor and manage students with chronic health conditions including asthma, diabetes, epilepsy, and severe allergies
• Conduct vision, hearing, and other required screenings per district and state requirements

• Maintain accurate, confidential student health records in compliance with HIPAA and FERPA
• Develop and update individualized health plans (IHPs) and emergency action plans (EAPs) for students with complex health needs
• Ensure compliance with all state school health regulations and district policies
• Document all health visits, interventions, and communications with families and staff

• Partner with school administrators, teachers, counselors, and special education staff to support students’ health‑related access to education
• Communicate proactively with families regarding student health concerns, medication administration, and health plan updates
• Participate in IEP and 504 meetings when student health needs are relevant to educational planning
• Collaborate with Thrive clinical team leads and school partners to ensure continuity of care

• Active RN or LPN licensure in good standing
• Minimum 1 year of clinical nursing experience; school‑based (K–12) experience preferred
• Ability to pass a background check prior to employment
• Valid TX RN or LPN license required. Out‑of‑state applicants: proof of TX licensure transfer initiation required prior to start date.

• Prior experience in a school‑based or pediatric healthcare setting
• Familiarity with IEP and 504 accommodation processes as they relate to student health
• Experience managing chronic conditions in children (asthma, diabetes, allergies, seizure disorders)
• Strong communication skills with students, families, and school staff

$30 – $40 / hour

1099 Independent Contractor

Part‑time and Full‑time Hours Available

School Year 2026–27

• Fall 2026

Thrive Therapies Group places school‑based health and therapy providers in K–12 schools in historically underserved communities. We believe that every student—regardless of zip code—deserves consistent, high‑quality health and clinical support. Our providers aren’t just filling seats. They’re building relationships, removing barriers, and making it possible for students to learn.