School Nurse

adventhealth; Calhoun (GA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave—4 Weeks 100% Paid

Job summary

AdventHealth in Calhoun, Georgia seeks a licensed practical nurse to deliver school health services. You will monitor immunizations, administer medications, assess student health, and respond to emergencies in a collaborative, supportive environment.

Requirements include LPN licensure, BLS, and a background in pediatrics; strong communication and organizational skills are essential. This full-time role operates during the day at a school-based health office.

Qualifications

• Must read, write, and speak conversational English.
• Basic computer skills and Microsoft Office.
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and strategic thinking.
• Strong diplomacy and collaborative skills; ability to work independently and in a matrix organization.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Monitor student immunization records and ensures state compliance.
• Administer medications to non-self-directed students per guidelines.
• Document and observe students’ progress and provide treatment as prescribed by the primary care provider.
• Assess students’ health suitability for field trips.
• Collaborate with school staff to address medical emergencies.
• Monitor communicable diseases and conditions.
• Provide health services to school-age youth and develop individualized care plans.
• Assess and implement plans for students with special needs per IEPs.
• Conduct required vision, hearing, BMI, and scoliosis screenings.

Skills

English proficiency

Microsoft Office

Leadership

Collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Technical/Vocational School

Associate’s in Nursing

Bachelor’s in Nursing

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

1035 RED BUD RD NE

City:

CALHOUN

State:

Georgia

Postal Code:

30701

Job Description:

• Monitors student immunization records, administers immunization surveys, and ensures compliance with state health department requirements.
• Administers medications to non-self-directed students according to state education guidelines.
• Documents and observes students’ ability to achieve self-direction and provides treatment as prescribed by the primary care provider.
• Assesses students’ health suitability for attending school field trips.
• Manages and collaborates with school staff in addressing medical emergencies.
• Monitors communicable diseases and conditions.
• Other duties as assigned Collects and reports data on services rendered.
• Provides health services to all school-age youth. Assesses, formulates nursing diagnoses, establishes nursing goals, creates individualized care plans, and evaluates student progress.
• Assesses and implements individualized plans for students with special needs and follows student IEPs.
• Conducts required grade-level vision, hearing, body mass index, and scoliosis screenings. Utilizes a triage approach to care for sick and injured students.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English [Required]
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]
• Demonstrated leadership abilities and strategic thinking [Required]
• Must have strong diplomacy and collaborative skills, must be a strong facilitator and have the ability to work independently as well as within a matrix organization [Required]
• Strong organizational skills, highly detail oriented [Required]

Education:

• Technical/Vocational School [Required]
• Associate’s of Nursing[Preferred]
• Bachelor’s of Nursing [Preferred]

Work Experience:

• 3+ experience in pediatric [Preferred]
• 5+ experience in nursing [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) [Required]
• Basic Life Support – CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

Pay Range:

$20.04 - $54.92

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.