School Nurse (RN)

Avoca Central School District; Village of Avoca (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Avoca Central School District is seeking a Registered Professional Nurse to provide school health services for students. The role includes emergency care, screenings, first aid, and maintaining health records in a K-12 setting.

The candidate must hold a NYS nursing license and meet district requirements; 7.5 hours per day with a TBD start date. Equal opportunity employer and commitment to a respectful, inclusive environment are stated.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of nursing principles and patient care
• Ability to communicate with students, families, and staff
• Ability to perform assessments, screenings, and emergency care

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care and related health services to students and emergency care to students and employees
• Administer first aid and emergency treatment
• Maintain student health records and prepare required reports
• Assist with immunization clinics and communicable disease control
• Coordinate emergency transportation when necessary

Skills

Nursing knowledge

Communication skills

Patient care

Education

RN license (registered professional nurse)

Job description

• Position Type:
  Student Support Services/ School Nurse
• Date Posted:
  11/2/2026
• Closing Date:
  11/13/2026

Title: Registered Professional Nurse (School)
(Non-competitive position under Steuben County Civil Service)

Start Date: TBD

Hours Per Day: 7.5 hours

Duties: Provide professional nursing care and related health services to students and emergency care to students and employees. Responsibilities include assisting with physical, vision, and hearing screenings; administering first aid and emergency treatment; maintaining student health records and preparing required reports; assisting with immunization clinics and communicable disease control; communicating with families and school personnel regarding student health concerns; coordinating emergency transportation when necessary; maintaining health supplies and equipment; reporting safety and sanitary concerns; and performing related duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications: Graduation from a school of nursing registered by the New York State Education Department, from a course approved by the Department as qualifying for Registered Professional Nurse.

Special Requirement: Possession of a license issued by New York State to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse is required at the time of appointment.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of nursing principles, techniques, sanitation, and personal hygiene; ability to carry out prescribed therapeutic measures, follow technical and written instructions, maintain accurate records, and prepare reports. Candidates should demonstrate sound judgment, strong observation and communication skills, patience, and the ability to work effectively with students, families, and school personnel. Physical condition must be commensurate with the demands of the position.

Salary: $34.76 per hour and up, based on experience and qualifications, per the CSEA contract.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Avoca Central School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to maintaining a workplace free from discrimination. The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ethnicity, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, marital status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, New York State, or local law.

The District is committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants and fostering an inclusive and respectful work environment.