Dynamic School Nurse (RN/LPN) - Middle School

DeKalb County School District; Georgia; On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

DeKalb County School District seeks a GA-licensed School Nurse (RN/LPN) to provide comprehensive health services at Champion Theme Middle School, supporting students with diverse health needs. The nurse will administer medications, conduct health assessments, maintain student health records, and collaborate with families, staff and physicians to minimize absences and promote a healthy learning environment.

Requirements include Georgia Practical Nurse license, CPR, and First Aid certification; a

Qualifications

• GA-licensed practical nurse or RN; valid Georgia license required.
• CPR certification required.
• First Aid certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs student health procedures and assists with administration of medication.
• Respiratory assessment; tracheostomy care if needed.
• Reports to parents, school personnel, physicians, clinics, and other agencies on school health matters.
• Maintains up-to-date health records on students.
• Observes students on a regular basis to detect health needs.
• Works one on one with assigned students; travels to school on bus with students; attends all classes and activities with required equipment.
• Maintains responsibility for emergency care of assigned students.
• Advises on modification of the education program to meet health needs of individual students.
• Prepares and submits reports for the lead nurse and principal.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Nursing

Pediatrics

Medication administration

Communication

Education

Associate's Degree in Practical Nursing

Job description

DeKalb County School District seeks a GA-licensed School Nurse (RN/LPN) to provide comprehensive health services at Champion Theme Middle School, supporting students with diverse health needs. The nurse will administer medications, conduct health assessments, maintain student health records, and collaborate with families, staff and physicians to minimize absences and promote a healthy learning environment.

Requirements include Georgia Practical Nurse license, CPR, and First Aid certification; a