Part-Time School Nurse - Preschool, Complex Medical Needs

Marion Independent School District; United States; On-site; USD 34,440 - 44,083; Part time

Job summary

The Marion Independent School District seeks a Student Specific School Registered Nurse to serve as primary healthcare provider for a preschool student with complex medical needs during designated school hours. The nurse will deliver direct nursing care, follow physician orders, and implement health plans to keep the student safe and able to participate in classroom activities.

This part-time position (Tuesdays and Fridays, 12:00 PM–3:45 PM at Longfellow Elementary School) requires current RN

Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse license in good standing.
• Pediatric nursing experience preferred.
• Experience with medically fragile children or special needs populations.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification.
• Ability to lift and position children as needed.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and make sound clinical judgments.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and assess the student's health status throughout the school day.
• Administer prescribed medications according to physician orders and school protocols.
• Perform medical procedures as needed (may include suctioning, feeding management, etc.).
• Respond promptly to medical needs and implement medical action plans.
• Document all care provided and communicate with healthcare team as needed.
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to ensure student's medical needs are met during all activities.
• Monitor for signs of illness, distress, or changes in medical condition.
• Coordinate with parents/guardians regarding daily health status and any concerns.
• Support student's participation in classroom activities while maintaining medical safety.
• Provide health-related accommodations as outlined in student's care plan.
• Educate staff on the student's specific medical needs.
• Assist with transitions between activities while considering medical requirements.
• Work closely with school administration and teaching staff.
• Ensuring student medical needs are met during transportation to and from school.

Skills

RN licensure

Pediatric nursing

Medically fragile care

CPR/First Aid

Mobility assistance

Communication skills

Independent judgment

Job description

The Marion Independent School District seeks a Student Specific School Registered Nurse to serve as primary healthcare provider for a preschool student with complex medical needs during designated school hours. The nurse will deliver direct nursing care, follow physician orders, and implement health plans to keep the student safe and able to participate in classroom activities.

This part-time position (Tuesdays and Fridays, 12:00 PM–3:45 PM at Longfellow Elementary School) requires current RN