Nurse

Diocese of Raleigh Office of Education; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

The Franciscan School in Raleigh, NC is seeking a dedicated school nurse to join the administrative team. The nurse will provide on-site health triage services, promote student health and safety, and work closely with families and staff to ensure well-being campus-wide.

Responsibilities include conducting health assessments, coordinating care plans for students with medical needs, administering medications during school hours, and maintaining accurate health records.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing and active, valid NC nursing license.
• Current CPR and AED certification.
• Criminal background and reference check required; Safe Environment Training.
• Empathetic, detail-oriented with strong communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform on-site health triage and basic first aid.
• Coordinate care plans for students with medical conditions with families and staff.
• Administer medications during school hours as needed.
• Respond to emergencies and injuries; maintain incident records and inform parents when needed.
• Maintain immunization records and complete health forms.
• Screen for conditions affecting education (vision, hearing).
• Advise staff on health-related student accommodations.
• Collaborate with counselors and administrators on student health concerns.

Skills

Nursing license

CPR

AED certification

Attention to detail

Empathy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

The Franciscan School

Employment Type

Full Time

Location

Raleigh, NC

Posted Date

August 05, 2026

Schedule: 40 hours/week (M-F 7:30 – 3:30)

Position Summary

The school nurse is an integral part of the administrative team. The nurse provides on-site access to health triage services, promotes the health, safety, and well-being of the students. The nurse communicates with families and provides expertise and guidance campus-wide.

Key Responsibilities

• Individual health assessments for students.
• Coordinates care plans for students with medical conditions, meeting with family members and staff to establish care plans.
• Administers medications, as needed, during school hours.
• Emergency and injury care, planning and training. Recording information the school database and contacts parents if there is a medical incident at school.
• Maintain accurate immunization records and processes physical forms.
• Assess school community health and safety issues.
• Screens students for conditions that impact education, such as vision and hearing.
• Serves as a resource for administration and grade level teams regarding health related student accommodations.
• Provides basic first aid and CPR, as needed.
• Educates staff on the use of Epi Pens and other medica devices, as needed.
• Interfaces with school counselors and administrators regarding students who frequently visit the health room.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum level Degree/Education: Bachelors Degree in Nursing
• Current NC nursing license
• Current CPR and AED certification
• Caring and empathetic demeanor
• Strong attention to detail
• Employment is contingent upon passing a criminal background and reference check; must complete Diocese-sponsored Safe Environment Training upon hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Pediatric experience
• Previous school nurse experience

Position Start Date

August 2026