School Nurse (Perpetual Job Posting)

DeSoto County Schools; United States; Sur place; USD 52 000 - 68 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

DeSoto County Schools District is seeking a School Nurse to deliver health services across the district, integrating clinical nursing with the goal of promoting the health, well-being, academic achievement, and success of the school aged student.

The role emphasizes adherence to nursing standards, collaboration with students, staff, and families, and maintaining strong communication and organizational skills within a school environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess a valid Mississippi Nursing License with no restrictions.
• CPR certification required and maintained.
• Minimum one year of work experience preferably in the hospital setting or home health.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently according to nursing practice standards.

Responsabilités

• Provide school nursing services to promote health, well-being, and academic success.
• Communicate with students, staff, and parents effectively.
• Maintain time management and organizational standards in a school setting.

Connaissances

Verbal communication

Written communication

Time management

Independent work

CPR certification

Formation

Mississippi Nursing License

Description du poste

• Position Type: Student Support Services/ School Nurse
• Date Posted: 12/17/2025
• Location: DeSoto County Schools District Wide

Major Functions:

School nursing is a specialized practice of professional nursing. It is a multi-faceted role that requires the combination of professional clinical nursing practice with a specialized component that promotes the health, well-being, academic achievement, and success of the school aged student.

Minimum Requirements:

• Possess a valid Mississippi Nursing License with no restrictions
• Certification in CPR and maintain requirements of certification
• Possess a minimum of one year of work experience preferably in the hospital setting or home health
• Possess good verbal and written communication skills
• Possess organizational and time management skills and the ability to communicate well with students, staff, and parents
• Possess the ability to work independently according to all nursing practice standards

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Attachment(s):

• School Nurse Job Description