School Nurse

Liberty Local Schools; Youngstown (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Local Schools is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team. The RN will promote student health, provide direct nursing care, and collaborate with school staff, parents, and community resources to foster a healthy school environment.

This position involves health assessments, health education, and the development of individual healthcare plans, along with medication administration, record-keeping, and emergency response as needed.

Qualifications

• Valid and active RN license in Ohio.
• Experience in a school or pediatric setting is desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team; knowledge of child development and school health laws/regulations.

Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor students' health; conduct health screenings.
• Provide direct nursing care to students with illnesses, injuries, and acute needs.
• Develop and implement individual healthcare plans with families and staff; administer medications as prescribed.
• Maintain confidential health records in line with state and federal regulations.
• Educate students and staff on health topics such as nutrition and disease prevention.
• Serve as liaison between families and healthcare resources; provide guidance and support.
• Respond to medical emergencies and activate emergency protocols as needed.
• Participate in health promotion activities within the school community.
• Collaborate with staff to maintain a safe and healthy school environment.

Skills

RN license

School nursing

Communication

Teamwork

CPR & First Aid

Job description

Job Title: School Registered Nurse Location: Liberty Local School District

Employment Type: Full-Time, 180 Day Contract Reports to: School Principal

Liberty Local Schools Mission Statement

The Liberty Local School District partners with a diverse community to provide excellent educational

programs to prepare future-ready students.

Position Overview

Liberty Local Schools is seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse (RN) to join our team.

The RN will play a key role in promoting student health, providing direct nursing care, and collaborating

with school staff, parents, and community resources to foster a healthy school environment. This

position involves a range of responsibilities, including health assessments, health education, and

Key Responsibilities

• Assess and monitor the health needs of students, conducting regular health screenings and evaluations.
• Provide direct nursing care to students with chronic illnesses, injuries, and acute health needs.
• Develop and implement individual healthcare plans in collaboration with students, families, and Administer medications and treatments as prescribed, ensuring compliance with legal and ethical standards.
• Maintain accurate and confidential health records and documentation in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Educate students and staff on health-related issues, including nutrition, hygiene, and disease prevention.
• Serve as a liaison between students, families, and healthcare resources, offering guidance and support.
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide first aid as necessary, including activating emergency response protocols.
• Participate in health promotion activities and initiatives within the school community.
• Collaborate with school staff to create a safe and healthy school environment, addressing health-related issues promptly.

Qualifications

• Valid and active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Ohio.
• Previous nursing experience, preferably in a school or pediatric setting, is desirable.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with students, families, and staff.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, demonstrating strong organizational skills and Knowledge of child development, health issues in school-aged children, and relevant laws/regulations pertaining to school health services.
• Current certification in CPR and First Aid.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to stand, walk, and engage with students and staff for extended periods.

Additional Information

The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or nonprescribed controlled substance in the

workplace throughout his/her employment in the district.

Application Process

Individuals interested in the above position should submit the following:

1. A Liberty Local Schools application - available for download online at:

2. A letter of interest and resume with other information the applicant deems essential to:

Board of Education Office

The Liberty Local School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate with regard

to its employment policies, personnel practices, or educational programs on the basis of race, color,

religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, or age. No question on the application is asked

for the purpose of limiting or excluding any applicant’s consideration for employment because of his or

her race, color, religion, national origin, sex, disability, sexual orientation, or age. Any person who

knowingly makes a false statement is guilty of falsification under Section 2921.13 of the Revised Code,

which is a misdemeanor of the first-degree.