School-Based Registered Nurse (RN) - Crown Point, Indiana

Soliant; Crown Point (IN); On-site; USD 15,000 - 16,000; Full time

Job summary

Soliant is seeking a General School Nurse to provide compassionate care for a close-knit school of about 100 students. This full-time maternity-leave coverage runs Monday–Friday, 7:35 am–3:20 pm.

As an RN in a school setting, you’ll ensure students’ health and safety while collaborating with faculty and families to support individual needs and foster a positive learning environment. You’ll manage medications, maintain records, and respond calmly to emergencies while upholding privacy.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license required for school nursing.
• Experience in school nursing or pediatric care preferred.
• CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain.
• Maintain confidentiality and protect students’ health privacy.
• Strong clinical assessment and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver direct nursing care, including medication administration and first aid.
• Manage chronic health conditions and maintain health records.
• Collaborate with faculty and parents to create care plans.
• Promote student wellness and health education.
• Respond promptly to urgent situations and support students and staff.
• Track immunizations and health requirements with families.

Skills

RN license

School nursing experience

Clinical assessment

Emergency response

Confidentiality/privacy

Education

RN license

Job description

Step into a vital role as a General School Nurse, providing compassionate care to a close-knit group of approximately 100 students at a specialized school setting. This full-time contract position covers a maternity leave beginning December or January and runs Monday through Friday, from 7:35 am to 3:20 pm.

As a Registered Nurse in a school environment, you'll ensure students' health, safety, and well-being while collaborating with staff and families to support individual health needs and foster a positive learning environment.

What You'll Bring

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Experience in school nursing or pediatric care preferred
• Excellent clinical assessment and communication skills
• Ability to respond calmly and efficiently in emergencies
• CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and upholding students’ health privacy

Your Responsibilities

• Deliver direct nursing care, including medication administration, first aid, and management of chronic health conditions
• Maintain accurate health records for all students
• Collaborate with faculty and parents to create care plans for students with special needs or medical conditions
• Promote health education and advocate for student wellness across the school
• Respond promptly to urgent situations, supporting students and staff as needed
• Track immunizations and communicate with families about health requirements

Why You’ll Love This Role:

Enjoy a rewarding work schedule that aligns with school hours—no nights or weekends required. You'll become a valued presence in a smaller school community, allowing for meaningful interactions and the opportunity to see firsthand the positive impact of your care and guidance. For this assignment, compensation ranges from $83 to $87 per day.