Urban School Health Nurse – Pediatric Care & Wellness

Morgan State University; Baltimore (MD); On-site; USD 103,000 - 126,000; Full time

Job summary

Morgan State University is seeking a School Health Nurse (Full-time) to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care for students across assigned school sites in Baltimore. This role supports the Division of Academic Affairs and the Nursing Program Department.

The position emphasizes frontline health services, care coordination, and health education within the school community, with responsibilities spanning clinical care, documentation, and collaboration with educators and families.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree in Nursing required.
• Maryland RN license in good standing required.
• Active BLS certification required.
• Valid U.S. driver’s license required.
• Minimum of one year of clinical nursing experience required.
• BSN preferred.
• Experience in pediatric school health or related settings is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct healthcare services to students, including assessment and treatment of injuries and illnesses.
• Develop and implement IHPs/IEPs and Section 504 plans with the school team.
• Maintain accurate clinical records and documentation per regulations.
• Coordinate vision, hearing, and immunization screenings as required.
• Counsel students and families and connect to community resources.
• Deliver health education and wellness initiatives within the school community.
• Train unlicensed staff in routine and emergency medication administration.
• Develop emergency management plans for illnesses and injuries in school settings.
• Participate in the student wellness team and support mental health initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with equal employment, nondiscrimination policies and nursing standards.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Patient education

Communication

Education

Associate Degree in Nursing

Maryland RN license in good standing

BLS certification

Driver's license

BSN preferred

Tools

Microsoft Office

EHR systems

Job description

Morgan State University is seeking a School Health Nurse (Full-time) to deliver comprehensive, evidence-based nursing care for students across assigned school sites in Baltimore. This role supports the Division of Academic Affairs and the Nursing Program Department.

The position emphasizes frontline health services, care coordination, and health education within the school community, with responsibilities spanning clinical care, documentation, and collaboration with educators and families.