School-Based Registered Nurse (RN) - Lees Summit, Missouri

Retired Nurses; Kansas City (MO); Hybrid; USD 46,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Retired Nurses seeks a per diem Registered Nurse to support students across multiple school sites in Missouri. You will travel between elementary, middle, and high schools, providing essential care in health rooms or on field trips as a 1:1 nurse.

You will run health clinics, respond to day-to-day needs, and ensure student safety. Proficiency with digital charting and a flexible app-based shift system enable the most responsive care.

Qualifications

• Current RN license in Missouri and up-to-date CPR certification.
• Recent experience in pediatric, school, ICU, or ER nursing highly preferred.
• Reliable transportation to travel between school sites within the district.
• Strong technology skills and the ability to multitask efficiently.
• Willingness to complete required fingerprinting process.
• Comfort being the sole nurse on site as needed.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive nursing care in school health rooms and on field trips.
• Administer medication, respond to illnesses or injuries, and manage chronic conditions.
• Document care using computerized systems.
• Collaborate with school staff, students, and families to support student health.

Skills

Pediatric nursing

School nursing

ER/ICU nursing

CPR certification

Technology skills

Education

Missouri RN license

Tools

Electronic health records

Job description

Experience the rewards of making a difference in the lives of children across a vibrant district as a contract Registered Nurse. Bring your nursing expertise to a dynamic education environment, supporting students and staff at various school sites throughout the area. You’ll float between elementary, middle, and high schools, providing essential care either in health room settings or while accompanying students on field trips as a 1:1 nurse.

Your responsibilities will include running health clinics independently, responding to day-to-day needs, and ensuring student safety in diverse circumstances. You’ll use a user-friendly digital charting system, so comfort with technology and multitasking is important. A structured training period at the start will help familiarize you with district policies and procedures, and you’ll utilize a convenient app to select and confirm shifts, providing maximum flexibility in your schedule.

Qualifications:

• Current RN license in Missouri and up-to-date CPR certification
• Recent experience in pediatric, school, ICU, or ER nursing highly preferred
• Reliable transportation to travel between school sites within the district
• Strong technology skills and the ability to multitask efficiently
• Willingness to complete required fingerprinting process
• Comfort being the sole nurse on site as needed

Key Duties:

• Provide comprehensive nursing care in school health rooms and on field trips
• Administer medication, respond to illnesses or injuries, and manage chronic conditions
• Document care using computerized systems
• Collaborate with school staff, students, and families to support student health

This per diem role empowers you with a flexible schedule and the satisfaction of supporting a welcoming educational community. If you’re ready to share your clinical skills while shaping a healthier future for students, we’d love to hear from you.