Itinerant School Nurse: Student Wellness Leader

Applitrack; Kennesaw (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Applitrack is seeking a School Nurse for an itinerant assignment serving Summers County Schools. The role reports to the Principal and Director of School Nurses and spans a 200‑day term across multiple schools.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's in nursing, a valid WV RN license, and completion of the required school nurse certification program. You will deliver health services, conduct screenings, maintain records, protect confidentiality, and support student wellness.

Qualifications

• Hold a bachelor's degree in nursing from a regionally accredited institution of higher education.
• Hold a valid Registered Nurse license for the state of West Virginia.
• Complete the required school nurse certification program.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with district leadership and principals to provide leadership for school health at the local school level that meets the needs of students in the school.
• Deliver school-based health services at the school level.
• Conduct applicable health screenings.
• Collaborate with county level health officials and health care agencies to promote wellness at the school.
• Complete required documentation and maintain accurate records.
• Implement follow-up services to ensure maintained health.
• Maintain patient confidentiality as prescribed by law.
• Provide individual healthcare services for students and staff.
• Assist with medical clinics.
• Assist in the prevention and control of communicable diseases by assessment, referral, and follow-up measures.
• Counsel parents and students with pertinent information regarding health needs.
• Provide emergency and first aid care as appropriate.
• Assess immunization status of students entering Summers County Schools and provide required reports to applicable agencies.
• Complete health assessments as directed by various Summers County Schools departments.
• Obtain health information as required by state law, Summers County Board of Education, and West Virginia Board of Education Policy.
• Maintain professional work habits.
• Regularly upgrade works skills.
• Other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or supervisor.

Skills

Nursing license

School health leadership

Documentation & records

Emergency & first aid care

Education

Bachelor's degree in nursing

Job description

Applitrack is seeking a School Nurse for an itinerant assignment serving Summers County Schools. The role reports to the Principal and Director of School Nurses and spans a 200‑day term across multiple schools.

The ideal candidate holds a bachelor's in nursing, a valid WV RN license, and completion of the required school nurse certification program. You will deliver health services, conduct screenings, maintain records, protect confidentiality, and support student wellness.