Registered Nurse

Job Title: Registered Nurse
Location: Aztec, New Mexico
Job Type: Contract
Work Model: 100% Onsite
Contract Duration: July 27, 2026 - May 28, 2027
Renewal Option: Up to 3 Additional Annual Renewals
Schedule: 37.5 Hours/Week | 7.5 Hours/Day | School Calendar Schedule
Coverage Area: 2 High Schools, 1 Middle School, 3 Elementary Schools
Client is seeking qualified Registered Nurses to provide comprehensive school nursing services supporting both general education and special-needs students across the district. The district serves multiple school campuses and requires strong clinical nursing support, emergency response capabilities, student wellness management, and compliance with school healthcare regulations.
The RN will support student wellness initiatives, medication administration, emergency response planning, health documentation, Medicaid compliance, and school health programs while maintaining compliance with FERPA, HIPAA, New Mexico PED, and Department of Health requirements.
The ideal candidate will possess strong pediatric/school nursing experience, excellent communication skills, emergency response capabilities, and the ability to work collaboratively within a school district environment.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Nursing Services

• Perform student health screenings and nursing assessments
• Provide referrals and follow-up care based on assessment findings
• Support students with IHPs, IEPs, and 504 plans
• Participate in student registration health record review
• Support home visit participation if required
• Supervise and delegate appropriate duties to health assistants and unlicensed personnel

Medication Administration & Emergency Response

• Administer medications and nursing procedures
• Maintain medication administration documentation
• Monitor AED equipment and emergency preparedness readiness
• Respond to student and staff medical emergencies
• Coordinate emergency transportation when required
• Maintain health room coverage during school hours

Student Wellness & Health Education

• Provide instruction and guidance regarding:
  • Hygiene
  • Communicable disease prevention
  • Puberty education
  • Student wellness initiatives
• Participate in district wellness programs and health functions

Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain:
  • Health records
  • Immunization records
  • Medication logs
  • Medicaid documentation
  • SNAP system records
• Ensure FERPA and HIPAA compliance
• Complete Medicaid-related documentation and reporting
• Maintain active NPI number and Medicaid participation requirements

Regulatory & Administrative Responsibilities

• Comply with:
  • New Mexico PED guidelines
  • NM Department of Health standards
  • Board of Education policies
  • Federal and state healthcare regulations
• Participate in district policy implementation and health program administration
• Complete AMSD-required online training and onboarding activities

Must-Have Qualifications

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) License - State of New Mexico
• PED (Public Education Department) Licensure/Credential
  • Pending licensure may be accepted
• Background verification and fingerprint clearance
• Strong computer and documentation skills
• Ability to comply with:
  • Medicaid requirements
  • FERPA regulations
  • HIPAA requirements
• Experience working with pediatric or school-aged populations
• Strong communication and emergency response skills
• Ability to work onsite within district schools

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior school nursing experience
• Experience supporting special education students
• Experience with IHP / IEP / 504 student support
• Experience with Medicaid documentation and billing
• Pediatric nursing background
• Experience with communicable disease management
• Experience providing health education and wellness programs
• Familiarity with New Mexico PED school health guidelines

Core Skills

• School Nursing
• Pediatric Nursing
• Student Health Services
• Medication Administration
• Emergency Response
• IEP / IHP / 504 Support
• FERPA / HIPAA Compliance
• Medicaid Documentation
• Immunization Management
• Health Assessments
• AED Monitoring
• Student Wellness Programs
• Nursing Documentation
• Public Health Nursing
• Special Education Support

Recruiter Submission Template -


Full Name:
Nursing Degree (University & Completion Year):
Current New Mexico RN License Number & Expiration Date:
PED Licensure/Credential Status:
NPI Number Available (Yes/No):
Total Years of RN Experience:
Total Years of School Nursing Experience:
Experience supporting K-12 students? (Yes/No - Details):
Experience with IHP / IEP / 504 student support? (Yes/No - Details):
Experience administering medications in school or pediatric settings? (Yes/No - Details):
Experience handling medical emergencies and AED monitoring? (Yes/No - Details):
Experience maintaining immunization and health records? (Yes/No - Details):
Experience with Medicaid documentation and reporting? (Yes/No - Details):
Experience with FERPA / HIPAA compliance? (Yes/No - Details):
Experience with communicable disease prevention and student wellness programs? (Yes/No - Details):
Experience using electronic documentation systems? (Yes/No - Details):
Experience working with special education students? (Yes/No - Details):
Background Check/Fingerprinting Status:
Any disciplinary actions on nursing license? (Yes/No):
Motivation / Reason for Relocation (if not local):
Motivation / Reason for interest in this position:
Contact Number:
Email ID:
LinkedIn Profile URL:
Full Address (Street, City, State, Zip Code):
Notice Period (in weeks):
Current Work Authorization Status:
Expected Hourly Rates on W2:
Are you able to relocate on your own expenses and work onsite at Aztec, New Mexico?