School Nurse & Wellbeing Lead

Government schools; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Warringa Park School is seeking a School Nurse to join the Wellbeing Team across campuses. The role involves administering first aid, managing illnesses, medications, chronic conditions and medical records, and liaising with families and external health services.

The nurse will work with students aged 5–18 with varying medical needs, supporting staff and contributing to health education and safety initiatives within the school community.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating a specific education support function.
• Ability to supervise other staff and develop procedures for the work area.
• High level oral and written communication skills.
• Possess the technical knowledge and expertise relevant to the position.
• Provide advice and support to management regarding the work area.
• Commitment to professional learning and growth for self and others.

Responsibilities

• Provide initial medical treatment for minor to emergency situations.
• Coordinate administration of medications during school hours and events.
• Maintain and update medical records and documentation.
• Liaise with parents, staff, doctors and external health services.
• Promote health education and preventative care within the school.
• Coordinate school-based immunisation and dental programs.
• Assist with policy review and ICT-related tasks as required.
• Support classroom staff with health and self-care programs.

Skills

Coordination skills

Staff supervision

Communication

Technical knowledge

Advisory support

Professional learning

Education

Division 2 RN with AHPRA

Tools

Word processing

Job description

Warringa Park School is seeking a School Nurse to join the Wellbeing Team across campuses. The role involves administering first aid, managing illnesses, medications, chronic conditions and medical records, and liaising with families and external health services.

The nurse will work with students aged 5–18 with varying medical needs, supporting staff and contributing to health education and safety initiatives within the school community.