School Nurse

San Jose Unified School District; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

San Jose Unified School District is seeking a credentialed School Nurse to perform health assessments, case management, and individualized healthcare support for students. You will join a team of RNs, LVNs, and Health Aides to promote student health and remove barriers to achievement.

The role requires a California RN license, a health-designated credential (preliminary accepted), and CPR/First Aid certification. Applicants must have a Bachelor's degree and a valid CA driver’s license.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• California RN License required.
• SDC Health specialization required, preliminary accepted.
• Audiometrist Certificate must be obtained within first year.
• CPR/First Aid certificate required.
• Valid CA driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Provide health assessments and case management for students.
• Deliver individualized healthcare support to remove barriers to student achievement.
• Collaborate with RNs, LVNs and Health Aides to support student health.
• Maintain accurate health records and ensure compliance with school district policies.

Skills

Nursing skills

Case management

Health assessment

Team collaboration

Calm, effective response

Education

Bachelor's Degree

California RN License

Standard Designated Services Credential (Health)

California Audiometrist Certificate

CPR / First Aid Certification

Valid California Driver's License

Job description

The impact you will have:

As a credentialed School Nurse you will use your nursing skills to provide the health assessments, case management and individualized healthcare support that is critical to student success. Our nurses serve in a pivotal role that bridges health care and education by identifying and removing barriers to student achievement.You will work as part of a team of RNs, LVNs and Health Aides to support our students. A more detailed job description is available at: https://sjusd.box.com/v/CredentialedSchoolNurse.

Who you are:

You are a compassionate and knowledgeable healthcare professional who is committed to supporting the health and well-being of students. You bring strong clinical skills, sound judgment, and the ability to respond calmly and effectively to a wide range of health needs. You are collaborative, organized, and dedicated to creating a safe and supportive school environment where all students can thrive.

What you need for this position:

• Resume and Letter of Introduction outlining desire and qualifications for this position
• Bachelor's Degree
• California RN License
• Standard Designated Services Credential with a specialization in Health (preliminary credential accepted)
• California Audiometrist Certificate (must be completed within first year of employment)
• CPR / First Aid Certificate
• Valid California Driver's License

AB-2534 Employment History

As of January 1, 2025, in accordance with Education Code section 44939.5 (as amended by California AB2534) applicants for certificated positions are required by law to provide a complete list of every school district, county office of education, charter school and/or state special school with which you have previously been employed, regardless of the length of service. For all certificated positions, please be comprehensive in disclosing any part-time, full-time and substitute employment.

Failure to disclose any previous educational employment may result in the disqualification of your application.

You must list all previous LEAs (Local Education Agencies) where you have been employed. If multiple LEAs are within the same district, only the district information is required. An LEA is a local entity involved in education including but not limited to school districts, county offices of education, direct-funded charter schools, and special education local plan area (SELPA).

When will you hear back from us:

Within seven days of applying, we will inform you if you will be moving forward in our hiring process and share next steps. If there is a delayed response, feel free to reach out to us at [e-mail].

Note to internal applicants:

• Even though we may have some information on file for you, we encourage you to submit a letter of introduction highlighting your qualifications and interest in this role, as well as any other information you would like to share.Where applicable, please also note which available location you are applying to.
• To be eligible to interview, you will need to be in good evaluation standing.