District Wide Certified School Nurse 2026/27

Lyon-County-School-District; Unterseen; Vor Ort; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Lyon County School District is seeking a Certified School Nurse for the 2026/27 school year. This position requires a Bachelor's degree and valid nursing licenses as per Nevada regulations. The nurse will administer health services, create healthcare plans, and guide student and staff health initiatives. The role offers a salary range of $450,761–$92,279 annually, depending on experience. This is an exempt position requiring cooperation with various stakeholders in a school environment.

Qualifikationen

• Must possess a valid license issued by the Nevada State Board of Nursing.
• Certification by the Nevada State Board of Education to work as a certified school nurse.
• Current or ability to acquire Basic Life Support Certification.

Aufgaben

• Plan, coordinate, implement, and evaluate health services program.
• Administer curriculum aligned with the Nevada State Standards.
• Attend to acute and chronic healthcare needs of students.

Kenntnisse

Knowledge of health services program

Effective communication

Team collaboration

Ausbildung

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university

Tools

Student Information System

Jobbeschreibung

District Wide Certified School Nurse 2026/27 – JobID: 1742

• Position Type: School Nurse / Certified School Nurse
• Date Posted: 3/10/2026
• Location: District Wide
• Date Available: Aug 2026

CERTIFIED SCHOOL NURSE

Range $450,761–$92,279 annually with Employer‑paid retirement, dependent upon previous experience

Need areas are Fernley, Silver Springs, Dayton, and Yerington/Smith Valley

Terms of Employment: 9 Months (209/205 Days) | FLSA STATUS: EXEMPT | This is a salaried position assigned to the Licensed Employee Salary Schedule.

POSITION SUMMARY

This person plans, coordinates, implements, and evaluates the health services program of assigned schools. Responsibilities include nursing services, health and nursing education, and environmental health and safety. The person provides direction, supervision, and evaluation to classified nurses and clinical aides, consults with the Chief Nurse, and creates an educational environment that encourages effective student learning and supports school and district programs. The person adheres to the LCSD Professional Standards for Licensed Employees and reports directly to the School District Chief Nurse and Director of Special Services.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Administer appropriate district curriculum aligned with the Nevada State Standards
• Ensure the opportunity for all students to learn in a respectful environment
• Create and maintain a positive, orderly, and academically focused instructional environment
• Develop and implement effective lessons
• Analyze student progress and provide individualized instruction and feedback
• Ensure compliance with special services such as IEP's and other related mandates
• Prepare and implement a written health care plan (IHP) for students receiving direct nursing services
• Work professionally and collaboratively with administration, staff, parents, and community
• Maintain accurate and timely records in the Student Information System
• Attend to the acute and chronic health care needs of students and staff and refer them to appropriate medical personnel as necessary
• Perform state‑mandated height, weight, vision, hearing, and scoliosis screening at designated grade levels
• Oversee the immunization and communicable disease status of students to ensure compliance with state law
• Administer legally prescribed, labeled, and dispensed medications with written medical and parental permission following a safe and reliable medication procedure
• Participate in other job‑related duties and activities as assigned

POSITION EXPECTATIONS

• Demonstrate knowledge, skill, and ability to provide instruction in a classroom
• Work cooperatively with students, parents, peers, administration, and community members
• Guide the learning process toward achievement of curricular goals
• Establish and communicate clear expectations for all lessons
• Employ a variety of instructional techniques and strategies aligned with instructional objectives to meet the needs of all students
• Participate as a collaborative member with other faculty and staff
• Maintain accurate and complete records as required by law and district policy
• Maintain and improve professional competence through continued education and in‑service training
• Communicate professionally and effectively in written, oral, and non‑verbal terms
• Under the supervision of the Chief Nurse, oversee the activities of Classified Nurses and/or Clinical Aides related to health services
• Provide resources and health counseling to students, families, and school staff
• Perform other job‑related duties as may be assigned by the site administrator/supervisor

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Education and Training: Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university.

Licenses and Certifications: Must possess a valid license issued by the Nevada State Board of Nursing to practice as a registered nurse, and certification by the Nevada State Board of Education to work as a certified school nurse in Nevada. Must possess a valid Nevada Driver's License and be able to operate a district vehicle. Must possess current or be able to acquire a Basic Life Support Certification. When applying for a certificated licensed position, candidates must meet the minimum qualifications listed on the appropriate position vacancy announcement.

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL REQUIREMENTS

Strength, dexterity, coordination, and vision to use keyboard and video display terminal for prolonged periods. Strength and stamina to bend, stoop, sit, stand, and perform physical activity for extended periods of time. Dexterity and coordination to handle files and single pieces of paper; occasional lifting of files, stacks of paper or reports, references, student work, and other materials. Some reaching for items above and below waist and head level. Some reaching, bending, squatting, and stooping to access files, student work, and other items is necessary. Manual dexterity and cognitive ability to operate a personal computer and other educational technology (LCD projector, SmartBoard, iPads/Tablets) to enhance student learning. Involves hearing and speech to communicate in person or over the telephone. Light lifting (up to 25 pounds) may frequently be required. Heavy lifting (25 pounds or more) may occasionally be required.

In compliance with applicable disability laws, reasonable accommodations may be provided for qualified individuals with a disability who require and request such accommodations. Incumbents and individuals who have been offered employment are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed under the following conditions: exposure to climate‑controlled classroom settings to outside weather with temperatures ranging from mild/moderate to extreme cold/heat; may involve exposure to noise levels ranging from moderate to very loud on occasional to frequent time periods; may involve work on equipment and/or machinery that poses inherent risks; may involve work in crowded environments.

HAZARDS

Stress, anxiety, verbal and physical aggression. Classroom furniture, playground/office equipment, blood borne pathogens, communicable diseases, chemicals (as related to specific assignment), and power/hand‑operated equipment and machinery (as related to specific assignment).

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Lyon County School District is an equal opportunity employer and will not knowingly discriminate in any area of employment. Discriminatory recruiting and hiring practices against any United States citizen or legal alien on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, marital status, national or ethnic origin, disability, or any other protected class will not occur. Those include working conditions, training, promotion, and terms and conditions of employment. Individuals with a disability who require reasonable accommodation(s) during any step of the screening process should notify a representative in Human Resources by calling (775) 463‑6800 or by writing or in person.

Postings current as of 5/16/2026.