School Nurse (RN, Part-time)

Charter School for Applied Technologies; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 58,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Paid time off

New York State retirement system

Job summary

Charter School for Applied Technologies (CSAT) in New York seeks a part-time Registered Professional Nurse to provide school health services and manage student health care plans.

The RN will perform nursing assessments, immunization coordination, first aid, and health education, reporting to the Director of Nursing Services; position supports student attendance and safe school environment. Requires NY RN license, CPR certification, and ability to travel between CSAT buildings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry or related science area with health-focused coursework.
• Must meet qualifications of a school nurse per state regulations; NY RN license required.
• CPR certification and experience with pediatric populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide health assessment, screening, planning, intervention, and referrals for students.
• Maintain health records and ensure compliance with state regulations.
• Collaborate with parents, staff, and community to support student health and attendance.

Skills

Nursing

Pediatric care

Health assessment

First aid

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Biology/related science

Master's degree preferred

Registered Nurse (RN) license in NY

Tools

CPR certification

Medical equipment

Job description

Classified - Position - Registered Professional Nurse (School Nurse) - non - competitive

Job Number 3300056765

Start Date

Open Date 08/18/2026

Closing Date 08/28/2026

POSITION:School Nurse (RN, part-time)

REPORTS TO:Director of Nursing Services K-12

WAGE/HOUR STATUS: Part-time, non-exempt

SALARY RANGE:$36.00 per hour

Our Mission

The Charter School for Applied Technologies (CSAT) opened its doors in 2001 as a 700-student school serving grades K-6. Today, CSAT is a busy campus consisting of three distinct buildings (Elementary, Middle and High Schools), that host approximately 2,300 students from 19 different school districts throughout WNY.
Why CSAT?
We are a team inspired by our mission of preparing students to attain family-sustaining careers. If you are looking for a supportive culture providing professional development, training, and mentorship, this could be the place for you!
We offer outstanding healthcare benefits, a supportive work environment, generous paid time off and are part of the New York State retirement system.

Position Summary

To provide assessment, screening, planning, intervention, evaluation, counseling, management and/or referrals concerning the health and medical care needs of students for the purpose of minimizing absences due to illness, maximizing educational opportunities, and creating a healthy school climate.

Essential Functions

• Works collaboratively with health care providers, students parents, school district staff and community agencies to ensure access and continuity of care for students.
• Assists in the establishment and maintenance of a comprehensive school health program.
• Collects information about the health development status of students for compliance with state immunization regulations and Board of Education policies.
• Conducts school programs of immunization, physical examinations, and sight and hearing testing.
• Performs nursing assessment for students who are ill or injured; applies appropriate theory as basis for providing first aid, nursing care, intervention and referrals for those students.
• Evaluates nursing care provided and changes plan of care as necessary.
• Implements Board policy with respect to the exclusion and readmission of students in connection with certain infectious and contagious diseases (e.g., Tuberculosis).
• Maintains accurate records and documentation in accordance with state and federal law, and Board of Education policies.
• Develops individual health care plan (ICHP) when needed with specific goals, nursing diagnosis, and interventions delineating school-nursing actions unique to students' needs and for incorporation into the student's individualized educational plan (IEP).
• Intervenes as guided by the nursing care plan to implement nursing actions that promote, maintain or restore health, prevent illness and effect rehabilitation.
• Serves as a member of school teams as designated health care professional (e.g., Crisis Teams, PPT, Section 504).
• Provides guidance, counseling and health education to students, parents and employees as necessary.
• Reports to parents, school district personnel, physicians, clinics, and others as needed to meet student health needs.
• Provides instruction and training regarding the Heimlich Maneuver, Blood Borne Pathogen training, the school district's Emergency plan, and with regard to providing care for students, including students with disabilities.
• Contributes to nursing and school health through innovations in theory; practice and participation in research, including narrative and statistical reports.
• Provides medical assessment to school district employees as requested.
• Provides health education to students as requested.
• Notifies the appropriate person or agency of student's injury/illness in accordance with Board policy as necessary.
• Confers with parents, students and school district staff and professionals to interpret health and developmental assessments.

Additional Duties

• Performs other related tasks as assigned by supervisors or other administrators.
• Note:The above description is illustrative of tasks and responsibilities. It is not meant to be all inclusive of every task or responsibility.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, symptoms, diagnoses, treatments, first aid, illnesses and injuries, nutrition, and related areas.
• Ability to diagnose and provide care for ill or injured students.
• Ability to convey appropriate medical information to school district staff or medical professionals to ensure proper maintenance in the school setting.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed for position.
• Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals and students with special needs.
• Ability to follow oral and written orders from supervisors, administrators, physicians, and to coordinate work with principal, teachers and others.
• Ability to describe orally and in writing school health services provided, issues and concerns regarding school health.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.

Qualifications

• Any combination of education, licenses, certificates and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to:
• Bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry or related science area, with coursework in growth and development, health assessment, public or school health, crisis intervention and health education.
• Master's degree in related field preferred.
• Must meet qualifications of a school nurse as defined in state regulations.
• Successful experiences working with pediatric population, preferably in a community or school setting desirable.

Licenses and Certifications

• Registered professional nurse, designated as RN as defined and determined by state law, and currently licensed in New York state.
• Current certification in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).

Equipment

• Uses medical equipment to provide health care to students/staff, including, but not limited to, blood glucose monitor, stethoscopes, thermometers, sphygmomanometers.
• Uses personal computers and Microsoft Office 360 tools.

Safety Requirements

• Adheres to all applicable professional safety standards and practices in the nursing field, including requirements set forth in federal and state law, and Occupational Safety and Health regulations.
• Implements Board Policy regarding Blood Borne Pathogens and other Board policies regarding the medical or health care of employees and students.

Travel Requirements

• Frequent travel between CSAT school buildings may be required.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards

• Work in standard school building environment.
• Exposure to body secretions, blood borne pathogens, medicine and medicinal supplies, illnesses and diseases.
  

New York State Education Department Fingerprinting is required for all positions. CSAT offers a very competitive salary, benefits, and is a member of the New York State Retirement System.

Job Attachment

Itinerant Location Elementary School

Appointment Status Part Time

Required Certification Type Registered Nurse

Contact Person's Name Chad Witherell

Contact Person's Email [e-mail]