School Nurse | Health & Wellness Advocate for Students

Lydia Rippey Elementary School; Aztec (NM); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Lydia Rippey Elementary School in Aztec, New Mexico is seeking a licensed school nurse to support student health, safety, and wellness, and to coordinate health services with staff, families, and community partners. The nurse will promote nutrition, physical activity, health education, and records management, while ensuring compliance with NM PED requirements and confidentiality.

Responsibilities include health screenings, immunization tracking, participating in IEP/504 plans, and collaboration

Qualifications

• Valid School Nurse certificate and NM RN license.
• Interest in working with students and families.
• Knowledge of confidential health records and privacy requirements.
• Finger-print background check required.
• Clerical work knowledge and computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Participates in development and implementation of district health policies and procedures.
• Keeps accurate health records, immunization logs, and daily health data.
• Collaborates with School Health Coordinator and EPO on student health plans.
• Coordinates health services with staff, families, and community partners.
• Administers health screenings and supports health education initiatives.

Skills

School Nurse Certification

RN License NM

Student health advocate

Clerical/Computer skills

Confidentiality

Communication with staff

Background check

First Aid/CPR

Tools

Office software

Job description

Lydia Rippey Elementary School in Aztec, New Mexico is seeking a licensed school nurse to support student health, safety, and wellness, and to coordinate health services with staff, families, and community partners. The nurse will promote nutrition, physical activity, health education, and records management, while ensuring compliance with NM PED requirements and confidentiality.

Responsibilities include health screenings, immunization tracking, participating in IEP/504 plans, and collaboration