School Nurse - Charlottesville High School (2026-27 School Year)

Young World Physical Education

Charlottesville (VA)

On-site

USD 51,439 - 79,707

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Young World Physical Education seeks a full-time School Nurse at Charlottesville High School in Virginia. The nurse will implement the school health program and ensure the well-being of students by maintaining health records and providing necessary medical care.

Key responsibilities include administering medications, performing first aid, and collaborating with health professionals. A valid Licensed Practical Nurse license is required, with a Registered Nurse license preferred. Culture responsiveness is essential, with bilingual skills being a plus.

Qualifications

Licensed Practical Nurse license required; Registered Nurse license preferred.
Certified in cardiopulmonary resuscitation.
Cultural responsiveness and bilingual in English and another language preferred.

Responsibilities

Implement school health programs and assist with student well-being.
Maintain health records and ensure compliance with medical privacy.
Administer medications and perform first aid as needed.

Skills

Basic keyboarding skills

Knowledge of current health issues related to school-age children

Ability to assess physical, social, and emotional needs

Education

Valid license as a Licensed Practical Nurse

Registered Nurse license preferred

CPR certification from a recognized provider

Job description

Job Title

School Nurse

Location

Charlottesville High School, Charlottesville, Virginia

Reports to

Principal

FLSA Status

Non‑exempt

Summary

The school nurse is responsible for implementing the school health program, assisting with student well‑being, and completing health‑related tasks.

Essential Functions

Maintain student health records.
Review records of entering students for immunizations, ensuring all components of the School Health Entrance requirements—including immunizations—are complete and up to date, and keep emergency information current.
Inform administrators and school personnel about students with health issues in compliance with medical privacy regulations.
Administer medications with parental permission and a doctor’s order; keep permission forms on file.
Train staff to administer medications under certain circumstances or during field trips; ensure proper documentation.
Supply and maintain the school clinic; secure medications, including controlled substances, as required.
Maintain a list of staff trained in First Aid/CPR/Heimlich.
Perform medical procedures prescribed by a physician.
Document clinic services and enter health information in the Student Information System.
Assist sick or injured students and staff; perform routine and emergency first aid.
Call parents of ill students; assist ill students until a parent arrives.
Manage outbreaks of infectious illnesses with input from physicians, the health department, and division guidelines; follow health department directives.
Refer additional health concerns to appropriate professionals (counselor, psychologist, physician, Child Protective Services, administrator, or health department officials).
Serve as a liaison with the public health department and other community agencies.
Conduct basic hearing and vision screening programs; refer students for follow‑up.
Provide guidance to staff for health‑related procedures for students with special health needs.
Assist students with disabilities with personal comfort and movement.
Train and supervise unlicensed personnel to provide necessary health care.
Ensure compliance with laws requiring that schools have trained staff for insulin and glucagon administration.
Ensure compliance with IDEA legislation for safe and correct medical procedures at school.
Develop or assist with Individual Health Care Plans for students with medical conditions, including allergies.
Represent nurses at the School Health Advisory Board (if selected).
Ensure compliance with laws protecting confidentiality of medical information; obtain written consent to share information.
Serve as a member of the School Crisis Team.
Conduct health‑related counseling that is sensitive to students’ emotional and physical needs.
Assist in special activities, fire drills, and field trips.
Perform clerical duties related to school nurse functions (typing, filing, duplicating).
Assist teachers with instructional activities as assigned by the Principal.
Assist in enforcing rules and discipline.
Advise administrators on interventions to meet student needs.
Advise administrators, teachers, and nutrition staff on food allergies; develop care plans and advise on epinephrine administration.
Perform other health‑related duties as assigned by the Principal or designee.

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Basic keyboarding skills; knowledge of current health issues related to school‑age children; understanding of student behavior management practices, procedures, and techniques; knowledge of school system rules and procedures for classrooms, halls, cafeteria, library, and transportation; ability to guide, direct, teach, and counsel students; ability to follow written and verbal instructions; ability to assess physical, social, and emotional needs and implement professional nursing interventions; maintain confidentiality.

Education and Experience

A valid license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse is required. A Registered Nurse license is preferred. The nurse must maintain current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation from a recognized provider such as the American Heart Association. Cultural responsiveness is required; bilingual in English and another world language preferred.

Physical Conditions and Nature of Work

Duties are performed in a school clinic and other school settings such as classrooms, gym, cafeteria, and recreational areas. Activities include frequent movement, occasional lifting up to 40 pounds, and moving students up to 150 pounds with assistive equipment. Work may involve exposure to risks of injury and illness.

Evaluation

The school nurse will be evaluated by the Principal.

Contract Length

200 Days

Position Type and Salary

Full‑Time

Salary: $37.34 to $57.86 per hour

Job Categories

Student Services > School Nurse

Job Requirements