Registered Nurse

Registered Nurse

Job Description:

Job Description: As a Registered Nurse in the school setting, you will play a crucial role in ensuring the health and well-being of students within the educational environment.

Responsibilities:

• Health Assessments: Conducting health assessments of students to identify any medical conditions, injuries, or illnesses requiring attention.
• Health Education: Providing education to students, staff, and parents on topics such as nutrition, hygiene, sexual health, and disease prevention.
• Medication Management: Administering medication to students as prescribed by healthcare providers and maintaining accurate records of medications administered.
• First Aid and Emergency Response: Responding to medical emergencies and providing immediate first aid care as needed. Collaborating with emergency responders when necessary.
• Health Counseling: Offering guidance and counseling to students regarding health-related concerns, including mental health issues, substance abuse, and personal hygiene.
• Health Promotion Programs: Developing and implementing health promotion programs within the school community to encourage healthy lifestyle choices and prevent illness.
• Collaboration with Healthcare Providers: Communicating with healthcare providers, including physicians, therapists, and specialists, to coordinate care for students with chronic medical conditions.
• Documentation and Record-Keeping: Maintaining accurate and confidential medical records for all students, including health histories, immunization records, and treatment plans.
• Health Screenings: Conducting health screenings, such as vision and hearing tests, to identify potential health issues early and facilitate appropriate interventions.
• Collaboration with School Staff: Collaborating with teachers, administrators, and other school personnel to support the overall well-being of students and create a healthy learning environment.

Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state of California.
• Experience working in pediatric or school health settings preferred.
• BLS/CPR Certification
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Knowledge of laws and regulations related to school health services.

Job Details

Pay Rate : $54.95

Contract Length (weeks) : 56

Start Date : 8/11/2025

City : Oakland

State : CA