School Nurse
Job in
Warrensburg, Johnson County, Missouri, 64093, USA
Listed on 2026-06-02
Listing for:
Warrensburg Schools
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-06-02
Job specializations:
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Nursing
Healthcare Nursing, Pediatric Nurse, Public Health Nurse, Mental Health Nurse
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position Type:
Student Support Services/School Nurse
Date Posted:
4/28/2026
Location:
Warrensburg Middle School
Date Available:
08/10/2026
Additional Information:
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Position:
School Nurse To Whom Responsible:
Health Services Coordinator and Building Principal For Whom/What Responsible:
To maintain the smooth and efficient operation of the school health services program in order to realize that service's maximum positive impact on the educational environment.
Qualifications:
Degree:
Registered Professional Nurse (R.N.)
OR
Licensed Practical Nurse (L.P.N.) under the direct supervision of a Registered Professional Nurse.
License:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing, licensed to practice in the state of Missouri. A copy of the current license must be on file in the office of the superintendent.
Preferred Experience:
Prior work in public school, public health, or related fields, computer use and excellent human relation skills. Primary Responsibilities To assist in maintaining school health services, and to assist in the implementation of the district's preventive health care program.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
PROGRAM SERVICES
* Applies appropriate theory as basis for decision-making in nursing practice in the school setting for nurse management of:
* Common acute and chronic physical conditions of childhood and adolescence
* Child and adolescent injuries
* Child abuse and neglect
* Adolescent pregnancy
* Childhood and adolescent substance abuse
* Poverty and racism and their effects on the child development and child health
* Environmental health issues.
* Implements district policies for caring for students who become ill or injured tacts district nurse when appropriate and notify her of all significant incidents. Is accountable to the district nurse for nursing assessment and care given.
* Renders first aid and/or the appropriate nursing care to student and staff in case of accident or illness according to the guidelines set forth by the District Health Services Manual. When further attention is required, the student will be released to the care of the parent, a designated responsible person, and/or other medical/hospital personnel.
* Collects information about the health and developmental status of the student in a systematic and continuous manner in order to make a nursing assessment and establish priority for action.
* Collaborates with the District School Nurse in establishing a nursing diagnosis and developing an I.H.P. (Individual Healthcare Plan), with specific goals and nursing interventions, on each student with a specific health need.
* Intervenes as guided by the nursing care plan to implement nursing actions that promote, maintain, or restore health, prevent illness and effect rehabilitation.
* Assesses student responses to nursing care plan to implement nursing actions that promote, maintain, or restore health, prevent illness and effect rehabilitation.
* Assists students and staff with health maintenance needs. When appropriate, notifies the parent of designated responsible person regarding the health status of the student. Promotes wellness and self care.
* Arranges and assists with the presentation of faculty and/or administrator training sessions regarding health topics affecting the lives of students.
* Assists in developing the Individual Educational Program (I.E.P.) for students when indicated by their health and/or developmental status. Interprets any medical findings to the student, the parent, and appropriate school personnel. Recommendations for modification of the educational program will be made in consultation with the districts nurse and will be communicated to all appropriate school personnel.
* Acts as liaison between administrators, faculty, parents, and community agencies to meet increasing health care needs.
* Coordinates the planning for the physical needs of handicapped students.
* Makes referrals and follow-ups on individual health concerns by telephone, written reports, or personal conference with parents and/or medical personnel.
* Assists in identifying and reporting suspected child abuse/neglect.
* Communicates all pertinent or new health information, accidents, incidents,…
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