School-Based Registered Nurse: Student Health Advocate

Jobtome; Upper Darby (Delaware County); On-site; USD 51,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision - Cigna

Life, LTD & STD

401k (once eligible)

PTO

CEUs

Referral program

Professional development assistance

Discipline-specific mentor

Online community of clinicians

Job summary

Care Options for Kids is seeking a School-Based Registered Nurse to support student health at the assigned school. The RN will provide direct medical care, administer medications, manage chronic conditions, and contribute to health education and preventive services, collaborating closely with students, families and school staff.

The position requires a PA RN license; BSN preferred, ADN with relevant experience considered, and School Nurse Certification or willingness to obtain.

Qualifications

• Provide direct nursing care to students, including first aid and emergency care.
• Administer medications and monitor responses.
• Maintain student immunization and health records per state regulations.
• Develop IHPs and EAPs for students with medical conditions.
• Liaise with families, healthcare providers, and school staff.
• Maintain HIPAA/FERPA compliant records.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Nursing care

Communication

Clinical judgment

Team collaboration

HIPAA/FERPA compliance

Education

PA RN license

BSN preferred

ADN with experience considered

School Nurse Certification

Job description

Care Options for Kids is seeking a School-Based Registered Nurse to support student health at the assigned school. The RN will provide direct medical care, administer medications, manage chronic conditions, and contribute to health education and preventive services, collaborating closely with students, families and school staff.

The position requires a PA RN license; BSN preferred, ADN with relevant experience considered, and School Nurse Certification or willingness to obtain.