School Based RN

Pediatric Developmental Services; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution

IRA with company matching

Unlimited CEUs

Materials stipend

Licensure reimbursement

Materials stipend

Licensure reimbursement

Job summary

A children's support organization in Pittsburgh seeks a Registered Nurse to provide essential care to students. The role involves overseeing medication administration and educating staff on health practices. Candidates need a Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and an endorsement as a School Nurse. Preferred experience includes pediatric mental health. This position offers a competitive salary and generous benefits, including health insurance and professional development stipends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing required, endorsement as a School Nurse preferred.
• Experience in pediatric mental health is a plus.
• Must demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently with ethical accountability.
• Strong written and verbal communication with staff, parents, and students.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic care for students who are injured or ill.
• Oversee the medication administration program in schools.
• Educate students and staff on health and nutrition.
• Collaborate with school staff to ensure safety of the school community.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Effective communication

Ability to work independently

Coordination with staff

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Endorsement as a School Nurse

Pediatric mental health training (preferred)

Job description

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) is looking to hire a Registered Nurse. Join our team today and help us continue our mission to positively impact the lives of children and communities across the nation!

This position comes with a competitive salary and generous benefits. Our benefits package includes:

• Health, Dental, & Vision Insurance with company contribution
• IRA with company matching
• Unlimited CEUs
• Materials stipend
• Licensure reimbursement

SCHOOL NURSE RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide basic care for students when they are injured ill, and manage chronic conditions.
• Oversee the school's medication administration program.
• Educate students and staff on healthy habits, such as hygiene and proper nutrition.
• Work with school staff to ensure the physical and emotional safety of the school community.

SCHOOL NURSE QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing.
• Has obtained or is eligible for an endorsement as a School Nurse as prescribed in the bylaws of the State Department of Education.
• Experience or specialized training in the field of pediatric mental health is preferred.
• Ability to work independently and maintain ethical and accountability standards.
• Demonstrates interpersonal skills, and communicates effectively and courteously both verbally and in writing.
• Has the ability to coordinate activities and work effectively with professional staff, support staff, parents, and representatives from agencies outside the school system.

ARE YOU READY TO JOIN OUR TEAM?

If you feel that would be right for this position, please fill out our initial 3-minute, mobile-friendly application so that we can review your information. We look forward to meeting you!

ABOUT PEDIATRIC DEVELOPMENTAL SERVICES

Pediatric Developmental Services (PDS) provides the nation's public school districts, charter schools, and communities at large with highly qualified pediatric therapists, including school nurses, psychologists, speech, occupational, and physical therapists. At PDS, we want to make a difference in the lives of children. From finding and training the best pediatric therapists to partnering them with the right schools and clinics in need, PDS supports win‑win initiatives for all. From speech‑language therapy to school psychology, our children deserve the best care possible, and at PDS, we make that happen.

We know that they are essential in our mission to make a difference in the lives of children. This is why we also offer competitive compensation and great benefits.