School Nurse

Mirman School; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated School Nurse to enhance student health services and wellness programs. This role involves overseeing health care delivery, managing emergency protocols, and collaborating with students, parents, and faculty. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong communication skills, a commitment to patient care, and a passion for fostering a supportive and inclusive environment. Join a vibrant community that values growth, empathy, and resilience, and contribute to shaping the well-being of gifted students in a nurturing atmosphere. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of young learners.

Benefits

Top-tier medical, dental, and vision coverage

403(b) retirement plan with 5% match

Flexible tuition eligibility

Professional development support

Relocation Assistance

Paid holidays and vacation

Community and connection with staff

Generous benefits package

Employee affinity groups

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required; Registered Nurse or Certified School Nurse preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills are essential.
• Prior experience in school environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee wellness program and maintain first aid supplies.
• Provide emergency first aid and assess communicable diseases.
• Update student medical records and coordinate health screenings.

Skills

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Multitasking

Patient Care

Professionalism

Detail Oriented

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Registered Nurse or Certified School Nurse

Tools

Google Workspace

Microsoft Office Suite

MAGNUS

Blackbaud

SchoolPass

Job description

Reports to: Human Resources Manager

Location: Los Angeles, CA – on campus, in person daily

FLSA Status: Full-time/ Exempt

Salary range: $90,000 - $125,000. Salary based on experience.

About Mirman School

Mirman embraces, supports, and values the many facets and faces of giftedness as we nurture our students’ abilities to reach their highest potential. As an educational institution, we are committed to personalizing our curriculum through depth and complexity, while celebrating the intellectual, creative, and kinesthetic dimensions of childhood and adolescence. We foster a culture of inclusivity and connectivity in which our students’ academic, co-curricular, and socio-emotional experiences and needs are supported. Mirman faculty and staff model empathy and respect in our communal effort to enhance whole-child learning. Our goal is to inspire lifelong curiosity and learning, the continuous pursuit of excellence, and ethical leadership among our students and graduates.

Core Values

R esponsibility — We are obligated to care for ourselves, our community, and our environment. I ntegrity — What we believe is right directly shapes our actions.

D iscovery — We enthusiastically pursue knowledge about ourselves and the world around us. E mpathy — We strive to understand and value the experiences and feelings of others. R esilience — We recognize challenges as necessary steps in learning and personal growth.

Position Description

We are looking for a School Nurse to join our administrative team and serve as the key individual on campus responsible for health care delivery, health education and program, policy development, and serving as the point person for health services during any emergency. This is a 12 month position which includes health services for both our extended day programs and our summer camp program.

Essential Job Functions

• Oversee Mirman’s wellness program and maintain all first aid and medical supplies as needed.
• Provide emergency or basic first aid to students, including everyday illnesses such as sore throats, rashes, minor injuries, or potential allergic reactions from bee stings or consumed food.
• Assess communicable diseases and infection-control issues; send parent notices required for certain communicable diseases.
• Oversee and coordinate sensory (hearing/vision) and other health screenings.
• Implement specialized healthcare procedures such as blood sugar testing, insulin administration, seizure procedures, concussion procedures, or others as needed.
• Update student medical records and clinical records and maintain written notes about confidential student information.
• Ensure we have necessary paperwork and medical authorizations to store/administer student medications.
• Serve as project manager for on-campus flu and Covid vaccination events.
• Communicate effectively and proactively with students, parents, faculty and administration.
• Participate actively on the Emergency Operations Plan team helping to oversee planning for emergencies and coordinate training and all-school emergency drills.
• Monitor and update the applicable technology platforms and databases (i.e., MAGNUS, Blackbaud, SchoolPass) pertaining to student health and emergency drills or actual incidents.
• Maintain school health and wellness policies and procedures, including but not limited to Narcan policies, epinephrine, COVID-19 and pandemic policies, and school medications policies.
• In the event of a pandemic, work with the appropriate school taskforce on all related matters including staying up to date on and implementing local, state and federal pandemic response policies, i.e., contact tracing, notifications, maintaining testing kits and mask inventories.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required; Registered Nurse or Certified School Nurse preferred; will consider PA Current California license required.
• Certified to perform visual and hearing screenings or must be willing to obtain these if required.
• Prior experience working in school environments preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, interpersonal skills and a sense of humor.
• Display a high level of professionalism and ability to collaborate with a positive attitude.
• Knowledge of state, federal and local school laws, policies and regulations.
• Highly motivated to provide excellent patient care.
• Ability to multitask, stay organized, work independently and follow through.
• Proficiency in assessing situations and acting quickly; growth mindset and detail oriented.
• Strong interpersonal skills resulting in effective communication with parents and teachers.
• Proficient in Google Workspace (Docs, Sheets, Calendar) as well as Microsoft Office Suite.
• Prior experience with MAGNUS, Blackbaud, SchoolPass, etc. is desirable.
• Demonstrate enthusiasm and commitment to Mirman’s vision, mission and guiding principles.
• Exhibit high standards of ethics, moral character, professionalism, and the ability to present oneself as a positive role model for students.
• First Aid and CPR training required (training provided if not currently certified).
• Valid CA driver license and clear criminal background investigation.

Job Perks

• Beautiful, rustic campus easily accessible from both LA’s city and valley sides.
• Top-tier medical, dental, and vision coverage with zero to low premium contributions.
• 403(b) retirement plan with a 5% match and immediate vesting.
• Flexible tuition eligibility if applicable.
• Professional development support including opportunities for growth.
• Relocation Assistance.
• Employee affinity groups.
• Paid holidays (e.g., Thanksgiving week, Winter, and Spring breaks) plus vacation.
• Community and connection with staff/administration.
• Generous benefits package, including pet insurance, Lifelock credit monitoring, and flexible spending accounts.

Join an ambitious and joyful community of dedicated and creative professionals building a society where everyone has a voice and a seat at the table. Mirman is a great place to be part of growing future leaders in a supportive and caring school culture that features consistent collaboration, innovative approaches to teaching and learning, a supportive administration, and lifelong connections among faculty and staff inspired by the school’s unique mission. Come marvel at the wonder, humor, and inspiration that nurturing and engaging with highly gifted students naturally brings.

To apply for this position, submit the following three PDFs to [e-mail].

1. Cover letter introducing yourself to the Mirman School Search Committee.
2. Resume or CV.
3. A response to the following prompt:

What does the optimum student prescription and medication management system look like and what system(s) do you prefer for tracking interactions related to health services with students?

At Mirman School, through an inclusive environment, we challenge our students and each other to be dynamic problem-solvers and thoughtful citizens. Mirman does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, ethnic origin, age, physical disability or sexual orientation in administration of our educational policies, hiring policies, admissions policies, financial aid programs, athletics and other school-administered programs.