Pediatric Registered Nurse (RN)

Care Options for Kids; Raytown (MO); On-site; USD 51,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision

Life, LTD & STD

Supplemental insurances

401k

PTO

CEUs

Referral program

Professional development assistance

Discipline-specific mentor

Online clinician community

Job summary

Care Options for Kids in Missouri is seeking a skilled School-Based Registered Nurse to support student health, provide direct medical care, administer medications, and ensure well-being within the school setting.

The RN will collaborate with families, teachers, and healthcare providers to develop Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs) and Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), while maintaining accurate, confidential health records in alignment with HIPAA and FERPA requirements.

Qualifications

• Provide direct nursing care to students including first aid and emergency care.
• Administer medications and monitor responses.
• Maintain health records per HIPAA/FERPA.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate care with families and school staff.
• Develop IHPs and EAPs for students with medical conditions.
• Maintain immunization and health records in compliance with state regulations.
• Ensure confidentiality of health records in accordance with HIPAA/FERPA guidelines.
• Support health education and preventive services in the school setting.

Skills

Nursing care

First aid

Emergency care

Chronic disease management

Medication administration

IHP/EAP development

HIPAA/FERPA knowledge

Education

MO RN license

BSN preferred

ADN with experience accepted

Job description

School-Based Registered Nurse

• $37-$42/hour

Position Summary

We are seeking a skilled and compassionate School-Based Registered Nurse at COFK! The RN will play an essential role in ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of students by providing direct medical care, health education, and preventive services. This position requires strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and the ability to collaborate with students, parents, and school staff.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision - Cigna
• Life, LTD & STD
• Supplemental Insurances
• 401k (once eligible)
• PTO
• CEUs
• Referral program
• Professional development assistance
• Discipline-specific mentor
• Online community of clinicians

Experience/Requirements

• Provide direct nursing care to students, including first aid, emergency care, and chronic disease management.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments while monitoring student responses.
• Maintain and ensure student immunization and health records comply with state regulations.
• Develop and implement Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs) and Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) for students with medical conditions.
• Serve as a liaison between students, families, healthcare providers, and school staff to coordinate care and accommodations.
• Maintain accurate and confidential health records in accordance with HIPAA and FERPA guidelines.

Education/License/Certification

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) in MO.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate’s degree (ADN) with relevant experience considered.

Care Options for Kids is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other status protected under federal, state, or local law.

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