District Wide Float Nurse

North Colonie Central School District; Latham (NY); On-site; USD 61,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

North Colonie Central School District is seeking a FLOAT School Nurse to support thirteen district schools during a 10-month calendar year. The RN nurse will deliver comprehensive health services, manage medications, perform screenings, and promote student well-being to support academic success.

The role requires a valid RN license and strong collaboration with educators, parents, and health professionals. Competitive benefits include NYS pension and built-in breaks; summer work is optional.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license.
• Experience in pediatric or school nursing preferred.
• Strong communication and collaboration with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Knowledge of school health laws and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Assess health needs and provide appropriate care.
• Administer medications and manage chronic health conditions.
• Offer first aid and respond to emergencies within the school setting.
• Conduct screenings (vision, hearing, immunization checks).
• Facilitate access to preventive services like annual exams and dental check-ups.
• Advocate for health-promoting policies within the school.
• Maintain accurate, confidential health records and ensure compliance with laws.

Skills

Communication

Collaboration

Crisis management

Education

RN license

Job description

Salary

Float School Nurse Job Description
Salary
10 month Salary: 2026-2027 School Year: $61,471 (without a Bachelor's degree)
$63,707 (with a Bachelor's degree)
Per diem rate, Per hour: $38.13 (without bachelor's degree)
$39.52 (with bachelor's degree)
RNs are part of the CSEA union and follow the CSEA contract 26/27 Link,
MOU attachment Link
Benefits include NYS Pension, no weekends, no holidays, and numerous built in vacations (school breaks, holiday breaks etc.), summer work is optional.

Hours

• 40 hours per week, 8-hour shifts. RNs do not take a lunch break as they must be available in case of an emergency. Paid for a full 8 hours.
• Shifts vary daily based on building. Full time float RNs work 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM with optional earlier hours available if assigned to a building that begins earlier.
• Per diem hours vary and may work 8 hrs, 6 hrs, or 4 hrs with other options available based on need.

Calendar
10 month position following the North Colonie Central School District calendar.
Covers all thirteen schools within the district boundaries.
Public School Buildings

• Blue Creek
• Boght Hills
• Latham Ridge
• Forts Ferry
• Southgate
• Loudonville
• Shaker Middle School
• Shaker High School

Private Schools

• Loudonville Christian
• St Pius
• St Gregorys
• Catholic Central
• Al-Hidaya

Position Overview
This district-wide, 10-month School Nurse position focuses on delivering comprehensive health services to support students' well-being and academic success. Key responsibilities include health education, illness prevention, and access to necessary healthcare resources. Collaboration with educators, administrators, parents, and healthcare professionals is essential to ensuring a healthy school environment.Key Responsibilities
Healthcare Services:

• Assess health needs and provide appropriate care.
• Administer medications and manage chronic health conditions.
• Offer first aid and respond to emergencies within the school setting.

Preventive Health Services

• Conduct screenings (vision, hearing, etc.) and monitor immunization compliance.
• Facilitate access to preventive services like annual exams and dental check-ups.

Health Promotion And Advocacy

• Advocate for health-promoting policies and practices within the school.
• Work with school administrators to address health concerns.

Documentation And Record-Keeping

• Maintain accurate, confidential health records and ensure compliance with relevant laws and regulations.

Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license.
• Experience in pediatric or school nursing is preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with a diverse range of stakeholders.
• Knowledge of school health laws and best practices.

Working Conditions

• Primarily within the school setting, with occasional travel for field trips or activities.
• Physical requirements include standing, walking, and moving equipment or assisting students as needed.