School Nurse — On-Campus Housing & Weekend On-Call

Reddford House Schools SA; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A premium private school in Johannesburg is seeking a dedicated school nurse to provide First Aid and medical support to students. The ideal candidate will be a registered nurse with excellent communication skills and previous school nursing experience. You will be responsible for health records, administering medication, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. This position requires availability to work weekends and on-call duties.

Qualifications

• Must possess a dispensing licence or be in the process of obtaining one.
• Previous experience as a school nurse would be advantageous.
• Driver’s licence and own vehicle required.
• Availability to work on weekends and be on call when required.

Responsibilities

• Provide First Aid to staff and learners.
• Dispense medication to children as requested by parents.
• Monitor immunisation records of learners.
• Implement health and safety protocols.
• Transport and accompany sick or injured children to medical facilities.
• Maintain record keeping.
• Submit medical insurance claims.
• Conduct drug testing if required.
• Provide counselling on medical issues.
• Manage and order medical stock.

Skills

Communication skills

Administration skills

Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety Act

Dispensing skills

Data reporting and computer literacy

Organised and detail-oriented

Passion for the profession

Positive attitude towards change

Education

SANC registered nurse

Valid Basic Life Support and First Aid Level 3

Job description

A premium private school in Johannesburg is seeking a dedicated school nurse to provide First Aid and medical support to students. The ideal candidate will be a registered nurse with excellent communication skills and previous school nursing experience. You will be responsible for health records, administering medication, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols. This position requires availability to work weekends and on-call duties.