School Nurse

Job Title: School Nurse
Location: Atlas Public Schools - St. Louis, MO
Position Type: Full-Time, Year-Round School
Reports To: Director of Operations

About Atlas Public Schools

Atlas Elementary is a public charter school in St. Louis committed to preparing students in grades Pre-K through 6 for lives of opportunity and choice. We believe every child deserves to be known, loved, and supported to thrive - academically, socially, and emotionally. As a growing school community, we are seeking mission-driven professionals who are passionate about health, equity, and student success.

Position Summary

The Atlas School Nurse plays a critical role in supporting the health and safety of our school community. This position provides direct care to students, manages health-related protocols, and supports the implementation of individualized health and emergency plans. The ideal candidate is warm, detail-oriented, and collaborative, and able to build trust with students and families while ensuring a safe and compliant school environment.

Key Responsibilities

Direct Student Care & Health Management

• Provide first aid, emergency care, and health assessments for students and staff.
• Administer medications and manage treatment for students with chronic conditions in compliance with physician orders and parent/guardian permission.
• Monitor and manage communicable diseases, allergies, asthma, diabetes, and other health conditions within the school.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date health records for all students.

Health Compliance & Recordkeeping

• Ensure compliance with local and state health regulations, including immunizations, physicals, and screenings.
• Complete required health documentation, incident reports, and annual reports for school and state agencies.
• Maintain secure and confidential health records in accordance with HIPAA and FERPA.
• Maintain accurate health and attendance records for students, including documenting illness-related absences in the Student Information System (SIS) when families call to report a sick child.
• Communicate with families to gather relevant health information when students are absent due to illness.
• Assist with attendance follow-up by making phone calls to families regarding student absences and ensuring accurate documentation in school systems.

Health Education & Prevention

• Provide health education and guidance to students, staff, and families on topics such as hygiene, nutrition, chronic illness, and disease prevention.
• Collaborate with school staff to promote wellness initiatives and a healthy school environment.

Emergency Preparedness & Safety

• Create and update Individualized Health Plans (IHPs) and Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) for students with medical needs.
• Train staff on medical protocols, including the use of EpiPens, inhalers, AEDs, and basic first aid.
• Lead or assist in developing school-wide safety and emergency response plans related to student health.

Family & Community Partnership

• Serve as a key point of contact for families regarding student health needs and wellness resources.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with families about health concerns, medication needs, or medical incidents.

Qualifications

Required:

• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Missouri, preferred
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or equivalent credential (e.g., EMT, LPN, or prior school health aide experience) if not a licensed RN
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion

Preferred:

• Experience in a school or community-based health setting
• Knowledge of state immunization and school health regulations
• Experience working with children in a school, pediatric, or public health setting

Why Join Atlas?

• A supportive, mission-aligned team that believes in the whole child and whole educator
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Daily opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families
• Frequent breaks throughout the school year