Nurse

Young World Physical Education; Reynoldsburg (OH); On-site; USD 56,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Reynoldsburg City Schools is seeking a School Nurse to plan, implement, and evaluate health services that support student attendance and achievement. This role ensures compliance with Ohio health mandates and collaborates with families and school staff.

The position requires a BSN, Ohio RN license, ODEW School Nurse endorsement, CPR/First Aid, and pediatric school health experience. It includes medication administration and care planning responsibilities.

Qualifications

• BSN from an accredited institution.
• Valid RN license to practice in Ohio.
• Ohio Pupil Services License (School Nurse) required.
• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certifications.
• Experience with pediatric populations or in a school health setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide high‑level nursing care for sick and injured students and staff.
• Act as primary responder for medical emergencies in the building.
• Oversee administration of scheduled and PRN medications.
• Perform complex medical procedures as ordered by physicians.
• Coordinate hearing and vision screenings per ODH guidelines.
• Develop and manage Healthcare Plans and 504/EAP/IEP accommodations.
• Provide staff training on health conditions and safety protocols.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN)

RN license (Ohio)

Ohio Pupil Services License (School Nurse)

CPR/First Aid Certification

Tools

PowerSchool

SchoolCare

Microsoft Office

Job description

Nurse

Reynoldsburg City School District HERBERT MILLS ELM - Reynoldsburg, Ohio Open in Google Maps

Job Details

Job ID: 5831692

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Jul 21, 2026 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Aug 17, 2026

Job Description

Job Title: School Nurse

Reports To: Director of Whole Child Support / Building Principal

Contract Length: 184 Days

Exempt/Nonexempt: Exempt

Department: Whole Child / Student Services

Reynoldsburg City Schools is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. At Reynoldsburg, our educators embody the principles outlined in Our Portrait of an Educator, inspiring students to innovate, collaborate, and excel. For more information, visit https://www.reyn.org/about-rcs/mission-vision-values .

Primary Job Function:

The Reynoldsburg City Schools’ School Nurse is responsible for planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating school health services to support student attendance and achievement. The School Nurse facilitates positive student responses to normal development; promotes health and safety; intervenes with actual and potential health problems; provides case management services; and actively collaborates with others to build student and family capacity. This role ensures district compliance with Ohio Department of Health (ODH) mandates and Ohio Revised Code regarding student health.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited institution.
• Licensure: Valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Ohio.Specialized Licensure: Valid Ohio Pupil Services License (School Nurse) issued by the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce (ODEW).
• Certification: Current CPR/AED and First Aid Certification.
• Experience: Experience working with pediatric populations or in a school health setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• National School Nurse Certification.
• Advanced experience in emergency triage or pediatric clinical assessment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Primary functions may include the following duties, responsibilities, skills, abilities, and other characteristics. This list of tasks is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY and is not intended to be a comprehensive listing of tasks performed by all positions within this classification.

Clinical Care and Emergency Management

• Provide high-level nursing care for sick and injured students and staff, utilizing clinical judgment to evaluate symptoms and determine appropriate treatment plans or emergency interventions.
• Act as the primary responder for medical emergencies in the building, administering life‑saving medications (Epinephrine, Narcan, Albuterol) as required.

Medication Administration and Medical Procedures

• Oversee and perform the administration of scheduled and PRN medications.
• Perform complex medical procedures ordered by physicians, including but not limited to blood glucose monitoring, carbohydrate counting for diabetic management, and tube feedings.

Health Mandates and Screenings

• Coordinate and conduct hearing and vision screenings in strict accordance with Ohio Department of Health (ODH) guidelines.
• Manage the referral process for students who fail screenings, collaborating with parents and providers (Nationwide Children’s Hospital) to ensure follow‑up care.

Immunization and Records Compliance

• Review and input immunization records into student information systems (PowerSchool/SchoolCare) to ensure compliance with state law.
• Report annual immunization data to the ODH and communicate with families regarding exclusions or required boosters.

Care Coordination and Case Management

• Create and maintain individualized Healthcare Plans (HCPs), Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), and 504 Plans for students with chronic or complex medical conditions (Asthma, Diabetes, Seizures, etc.).
• Serve as a medical liaison for the district, participating in IEP/504 meetings to ensure educational accommodations meet the student's health needs.

Supervision and Training

• Provide medical oversight and clinical supervision for Building Health Aides, including signing off on medication delegations and ensuring clinic protocols are followed.
• Educate staff on student‑specific medical conditions, communicable disease trends, and universal precautions.

Documentation and Reporting

• Maintain accurate, confidential electronic health records (EHR) in compliance with HIPAA and FERPA.
• Monitor and report patterns of illness to local health departments to mitigate the spread of communicable diseases.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of:

• Ohio Revised Code and Ohio Department of Health regulations regarding school health.
• National Association of School Nurses (NASN) standards of practice.
• Communicable disease surveillance and reporting requirements.
• Community health resources and social determinants of health.

Skilled in:

• Pediatric clinical assessment and emergency triage.
• Use of medical equipment (sphygmomanometer, stethoscope, pulse oximeter, audiometer).
• Microsoft Office Suite and student information systems (PowerSchool, SchoolCare).

Ability to:

• Exercise independent clinical judgment under pressure.
• Communicate effectively with diverse stakeholders, including physicians, parents, and school administrators.
• Maintain strict confidentiality of sensitive medical and personal information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in keeping with law.

Physical Demands –

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate with others. The employee is required to sit or stand and move around for extended periods of time. While performing the duties of this job the employee must be able to push, pull, lift and carry over 25 pounds on occasion.

Working Conditions –

The employee in this position may experience occasional exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue. The employee may also be required to interact with unruly children.

Driving Requirement –

This position may require driving to various school sites or events.

This job description is subject to change and in no manner states or implies that these are the only duties and responsibilities to be performed by the employee. The employee will be required to follow the instructions and perform the duties required by the employee’s supervisor and or appointing authority.

Position Type

Position Type: 1.0 FTE

Job Categories

Student Services > School Nurse