School Nurse 3604 - Phoenix

Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind - ASDB; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 34,440 - 41,328; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

State retirement plan

Tuition Discount

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind - ASDB is seeking a School Nurse (RN or LPN) for their Special Education Phoenix Campus. The role involves evaluating student health care needs, administering medications, and maintaining accurate health records.

Qualified candidates must be licensed in Arizona, possess CPR certification, and have good communication skills, especially for working with students with hearing impairments. Comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment are provided.

Qualifications

• Licensed Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in Arizona.
• Evidence of completion of a physical assessment skills course.
• Current CPR Certification.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate health care needs of students.
• Maintain records as necessary in compliance with State laws.
• Administer medications and maintain records.
• Educate students in personal hygiene and total health care.
• Assist with doctor's clinics.

Skills

Assessment and treatment of children aged 4-22

Good planning and organization skills

Communication skills

Injury assessment skills

Education

Licensed Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in Arizona

CPR Certification

Completion of a physical assessment skills course

Job description

School Nurse Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

Position Type: Certified/ Registered Nurse

Date Posted: 5/15/2026

Location: Special Education Phoenix Campus

Location: Phoenix

Employee Status: Permanent

Hours Per Week: 40

Work Calendar: 10-Month

Pay Rate: $25.00-30.00/hr

Other: Registered Nurse - $30.00/hour, LPN - $25.00/hour

Classification Specification

Minimum Qualifications

Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse licensed in the State of Arizona; evidence of completion of a physical assessment skills course; eligible for Arizona School Nurse Certification; current CPR Certification

Preferred Qualifications

Three years of experience, education or experience in pediatric nursing or urgent care nursing; ability to work effectively with many people; knowledge of handicapped children; and physical assessment skills with sports injuries

Major Duties and Responsibilities

• Evaluate health care needs of students
• Maintain records as deemed necessary by the school physician and in compliance with State laws
• Administer medications and maintain records including dosages and untoward effects
• Educate students in personal hygiene and total health care
• Assist with doctor's clinics to describe the student's condition to the physician and interpret the medical information to the student and his/her parents
• Keep current medical records on each student
• Conduct routine surveys and annual screenings
• Keep parents apprised of student health status
• Work with physicians at the Student Health Center and throughout the State of Arizona
• Manage student emergencies related to accidents and health care
• Communicate student health care needs to the instructional staff
• Take sign language classes for communication with deaf students

Special Knowledge and Skills

Good knowledge of assessment and treatment of children four (4) to twenty-two (22) years of age; good planning, organization, and communication skills; injury assessment skills helpful

Special Conditions/Requirements

Must utilize appropriate personal protective equipment as required

Safety Sensitive Position

This position requires pre-employment drug testing and is subject to random drug testing for the duration of employment

Benefits

Benefit eligible employees have a variety of choices for medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, supplemental and dependent life insurance. Offered plans provide exceptional value to our employees and their eligible dependents. Employees have a 31-day period from effective date of hire to elected coverage. Elected benefits could start as early as 2 weeks after hire. Benefit eligible employees are automatically covered for basic life, non-smokers, accidental death and dismemberment and seat belt insurance. Benefit eligible employees are automatically enrolled in the State's retirement plan and long-term disability (LTD) program. Enrollment is mandatory and is subject to a 26-week waiting period before initial enrollment. Employees may also choose to participate in a deferred compensation program to take advantage of tax-deferred retirement investments. Benefit Options also offer Employee Self-Service, Wellness, Tuition Discount, Travel Reduction, Auto & Home Insurance and Purchase Discount Programs.

Contact Information

For more information contact the Recruiter at: [e-mail]

Persons with a disability may request a reasonable accommodation such as a sign language interpreter or an alternative format by contacting the Recruiter. Requests should be made as early as possible to allow time to arrange the accommodation.

Arizona State Government is an EOE/ADA Reasonable Accommodation Employer.