School Nurse

Scott County School District; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Scott County School District is seeking a School Registered Nurse (RN) to provide health services for students in Georgetown, KY. The role involves administering first aid, conducting health screenings, updating student health records, and coordinating with physicians and district staff.

The ideal candidate will hold a Diploma and RN certification, have transportation availability for itinerant positions, and comply with Kentucky ethics and district policies.

Qualifications

• Diploma and RN certification required.
• Transportation availability may be required for itinerant travel.

Responsibilities

• Administers first aid according to established procedures; conducts health screenings; maintains accurate student medical records.
• Administers first aid or nursing care for accidents, seizures, preventive medicine and medical issues as necessary.
• Conducts health screenings (height, weight, vision, hearing, scoliosis, head lice) and observes students to detect health needs.
• Refer students to appropriate personnel, resources or clinics and follow-up as needed.
• Maintains health records and medical logs; updates immunizations and records; submits medical reports as required; complies with laws and district policies.
• Dispenses and retains medications and provides medical treatment per physician's instructions within district guidelines.

Education

RN certification

Job description

Scott County School District - KY District Wide - Central Office (000) - Georgetown, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

Starting Date: Oct 26, 2026

Job Description

JOB DESCRIPTION:

School Registered Nurse (RN)

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Diploma and certification as Registered Nurse (RN)
• Transportation Availability as may include positions requiring itinerant travel

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers first aid according to established procedures; conduct a variety of health screenings; prepares and maintains accurate student medical records.
• Administers first aid or nursing care for accidents, seizures, preventive medicine and educational-related medical issues to all stakeholders as necessary.
• Conducts height, weight, vision, hearing, scoliosis and other health screenings as required; provide screening for head lice and observe students on a regular basis to detect health needs.
• Refers students to appropriate personnel, resources or clinics and follow-up as necessary.
• Maintains health records and medical logs; updates immunization and student records as needed; prepare and submit periodical medical reports for appropriate organizations or District personnel and assures compliance with established laws and regulations.
• Dispenses and retains medication and performs medical treatment in accordance with physician's instructions within District guidelines.
• Communicates with various community health agencies and civic organizations to exchange information, coordinate activities and obtain student needs such as medication, glasses, hearing aids and clothing as needed.
• Conducts training for students, parents and school staff as permitted and as required.
• Provides information and make recommendations to principals and district administrators regarding health issues of students and school health program needs, develop programs to meet school health needs.
• Follows all appropriate state and federal laws as well as district policies and procedures.
• Utilizes technology including the student information system to maintain records.
• Makes home visits as required; authorize re-admission to school.
• Maintains stock of first aid supplies; assures medical equipment is in proper working condition; orders supplies and equipment as needed.
• Participates in screening for health defects and sanitary conditions in schools.
• Maintains current knowledge of medical advances and information, public health issues and treatment procedures.
• Provides health care teaching-preventive and therapeutic-appropriate to educational level (and language barriers)
• Provides case management by acting as a liaison between parent/guardian and physician responsible for the student’s health condition. Participates as student/family advocate.
• Works independently following district guidelines
• Attends and provides input at ARC & 504 meetings of students with medical needs, as necessary
• Delegates health responsibilities as permitted
• Performs related duties as assigned any other job assigned by principal, director of student services, superintendent, and/or designee

EVALUATED BY:

Director of Student Services with input from Building Principal(s)

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Days and salary pursuant to district salary schedules.

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

Strictly adheres to the Kentucky Certified Code of Ethics (704 KAR 20:680) expected for all certified and classified personnel

Work is performed while standing, sitting and/or walking

Requires the ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, written language, and hearing

Requires the use of hands for simple grasping and fine manipulations

Requires the ability to lift, carry, push or pull light objects and students up to 25 lbs.

School Nurse

Scott County School District - KY District Wide - Central Office (000) - Georgetown, Kentucky Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Scott County School District - KY

Job Details

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Starting Date: Oct 26, 2026

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Student Services > School Nurse

Job Requirements

• Associate degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Coleen Rice , District Health Coordinator/District Nurse
• District Wide - Central Office (000)
• Email: [e-mail]