Registered Nurse

COLORADO ACADEMY; Denver (CO); Presencial; USD 90 000 - 97 000; Tempo integral

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Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

403(b) retirement plan

Resumo da oferta

COLORADO ACADEMY is seeking a full-time registered nurse to join the health team in Denver, CO. The role involves daily first aid for students, care plans, medication administration, and collaboration with parents and teachers.

This 12-month exempt position reports to the Assistant Head of School and begins November 30, 2026. The Campus RN will maintain student health records, coordinate care with staff, and stay current on immunization guidance.

Qualificações

• Active and unrestricted Colorado RN license required
• CPR certification and/or BLS certification
• Current CPR and first aid or BLS certification
• AED certification
• Experience in both children and adult illness/injury care
• Community health knowledge
• Experience and knowledge of school health and school nursing practice is beneficial

Responsabilidades

• Maintain a comprehensive program of caring for students who are injured or who become ill at school
• Provide basic triage and care for children aged 4 through 18, including (but not limited to) cuts/scrapes, broken bones, head injuries, concussions, daily medications, and illnesses
• Consult with parents, teachers, school administrators and other staff regarding student care
• Plan and implement school health management protocols and procedures, especially for emergency situations
• Administer medication and monitor delegated medication administration
• Coordinate care with the school interdisciplinary team (counselors, principals, teachers, administration, athletics)
• Communicate changes in student condition with parents and guardians in a professional and timely manner
• Maintain all professional licensure, including RN license, CPR certification, and all applicable childcare credentials as required by Colorado law
• Maintain a thorough understanding of current district/state guidance surrounding childhood immunizations and exclusionary policies due to illness
• Manage the immunization records of students and provide timely communication to families when updates are required
• Manage accurate student health records in accordance with school policy
• Maintain CPR records for campus faculty and staff, and coordinate annual CPR classes for employees
• Coordinate yearly human growth and development programming in Grades 5-9
• Maintain supervision and delegation records for all unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs)
• Provide delegation for medication administration and other health care procedures as necessary to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs)
• Support a robust summer program in collaboration with the school’s Health Assistant and Director of Auxiliary Programs.
• Assist in preparing student medication for after school auxiliary programs
• Assist in preparing student medication for overnight trips (5th Grade, Middle School, Upper School)
• Attend one week overnight (5 days, 4 nights) trip with Grade 5 in mid-April (yearly)
• Assist with campus life duties as assigned
• Identify any observable evidence of illness or communicable diseases
• Engage in continuous reflection on nursing practice and strive for maximum expertise
• Perform the duties of a mandated reporter as necessary
• Model and promote Colorado Academy’s mission and values of kindness, curiosity, courage, and adventure

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Job Details

Job Details: Job Location: CO Academy - Denver, CO, Salary Range: $90000.00 - $97000.00Salary/year, Colorado Academy is seeking a full-time registered nurse to join the health team. This includes daily first aid care of students and also management of students who have chronic and acute health conditions. This includes administering medication as needed and working with parents and teachers to create and enforce care plans. This role, which reports directly to the Assistant Head of School, is a full-time, 12-month, exempt position with an anticipated start date of November 30, 2026.

Someone will thrive in this role if they are seeking

• A close working relationship with a school community
• Autonomy in nursing practice
• A team where their voice is heard and their opinions hold weight
• An active, fast-paced environment without the hospital patient load
• A workplace full of joy and laughter!

The Campus Registered Nurse will

• Maintain a comprehensive program of caring for students who are injured or who become ill at school
• Provide basic triage and care for children aged 4 through 18, including (but not limited to) cuts/scrapes, broken bones, head injuries, concussions, daily medications, and illnesses
• Consult with parents, teachers, school administrators and other staff regarding student care
• Plan and implement school health management protocols and procedures, especially for emergency situations
• Administer medication and monitor delegated medication administration
• Coordinate care with the school interdisciplinary team (counselors, principals, teachers, administration, athletics)
• Communicate changes in student condition with parents and guardians in a professional and timely manner
• Maintain all professional licensure, including RN license, CPR certification, and all applicable childcare credentials as required by Colorado law
• Maintain a thorough understanding of current district/state guidance surrounding childhood immunizations and exclusionary policies due to illness
• Manage the immunization records of students and provide timely communication to families when updates are required
• Manage accurate student health records in accordance with school policy
• Maintain CPR records for campus faculty and staff, and coordinate annual CPR classes for employees
• Coordinate yearly human growth and development programming in Grades 5-9
• Maintain supervision and delegation records for all unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs)
• Provide delegation for medication administration and other health care procedures as necessary to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs)
• Support a robust summer program in collaboration with the school’s Health Assistant and Director of Auxiliary Programs.
• Assist in preparing student medication for after school auxiliary programs
• Assist in preparing student medication for overnight trips (5th Grade, Middle School, Upper School)
• Attend one week overnight (5 days, 4 nights) trip with Grade 5 in mid-April (yearly)
• Assist with campus life duties as assigned
• Identify any observable evidence of illness or communicable diseases
• Engage in continuous reflection on nursing practice and strive for maximum expertise
• Perform the duties of a mandated reporter as necessary
• Model and promote Colorado Academy’s mission and values of kindness, curiosity, courage, and adventure

Physical Requirements

• Ability to run short distances on occasion
• Work in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the outdoor elements
• Ability to lift up to 70 lbs

Qualifications

• Active and unrestricted Colorado or compact state RN license required
• CCHC certification and/or NCSN certification highly preferred
• Current CPR and first aid or BLS certification
• Automatic Emergency Defibrillator (AED) Certified
• Experience in both children and adult illness/injury care
• Community health knowledge
• Experience and knowledge of school health and school nursing practice is beneficial

All employees at CA are expected to carry out the CA Mission, "Creating Curious, Kind, Courageous, and Adventurous Learners and Leaders," to support the vision of CA and to contribute to the life of the school outside of the classroom.

The pay for this position is $90,000 - $97,000. Although this is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the possible compensation at the time of posting, Colorado Academy reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range. Any wage differential that may exist for the position does not relate to sex, gender, or gender identity, but relates solely to a seniority system, a merit system, or relevant education, training and/or experience. Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance benefit programs are available, as is a 403(b) retirement plan. Eligibility for all benefit programs is defined by the applicable plan document.

Applicants are invited to visit the Colorado Academy website (www.coloradoacademy.org) to learn more about the program and the school.

Colorado Academy prohibits discrimination and unlawful harassment in any of its programs, procedures, or practices on the basis of age, color, disability, national origin, ancestry, race, religion or creed, gender expression, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, military service, marital status, genetic information, or other protected classifications defined by federal or Colorado laws. The policy applies in all aspects of employment with CA.

Colorado Academy is committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace. Employees are expected to engage in professional conduct that reflects cultural awareness, respect for differing identities, and openness to diverse perspectives. Employment decisions including hiring, evaluation, promotion, and compensation are based on qualifications, performance, and institutional needs.