Registered Nurse

Registered NurseLocation: Aztec, New MexicoJob Type: ContractWork Model: 100% OnsiteContract Duration: July 27, 2026 – May 28, 2027Renewal Option: Up to 3 Additional Annual RenewalsSchedule: 37.5 Hours/Week | 7.5 Hours/Day | School Calendar ScheduleCoverage Area: 2 High Schools, 1 Middle School, 3 Elementary SchoolsClient 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 ResponsibilitiesClinical Nursing ServicesPerform student health screenings and nursing assessmentsProvide referrals and follow-up care based on assessment findingsSupport students with IHPs, IEPs, and 504 plansParticipate in student registration health record reviewSupport home visit participation if requiredSupervise and delegate appropriate duties to health assistants and unlicensed personnelMedication Administration & Emergency ResponseAdminister medications and nursing proceduresMaintain medication administration documentationMonitor AED equipment and emergency preparedness readinessRespond to student and staff medical emergenciesCoordinate emergency transportation when requiredMaintain health room coverage during school hoursStudent Wellness & Health EducationProvide instruction and guidance regarding:HygieneCommunicable disease preventionPuberty educationStudent wellness initiativesParticipate in district wellness programs and health functionsDocumentation & ComplianceMaintain: Health recordsImmunization recordsMedication logsMedicaid documentationSNAP system recordsEnsure FERPA and HIPAA complianceComplete Medicaid-related documentation and reportingMaintain active NPI number and Medicaid participation requirementsRegulatory & Administrative ResponsibilitiesComply with: New Mexico PED guidelinesNM Department of Health standardsBoard of Education policiesFederal and state healthcare regulationsParticipate in district policy implementation and health program administrationComplete AMSD-required online training and onboarding activitiesMust-Have QualificationsCurrent Registered Nurse (RN) License – State of New MexicoPED (Public Education Department) Licensure/CredentialBackground verification and fingerprint clearanceStrong computer and documentation skillsAbility to comply with Medicaid requirements, FERPA regulations, HIPAA requirementsExperience working with pediatric or school-aged populationsStrong communication and emergency response skillsAbility to work onsite within district schoolsPreferred QualificationsPrior school nursing experienceExperience supporting special education studentsExperience with IHP / IEP / 504 student supportExperience with Medicaid documentation and billingPediatric nursing backgroundExperience with communicable disease managementExperience providing health education and wellness programsFamiliarity with New Mexico PED school health guidelinesCore SkillsSchool NursingPediatric NursingStudent Health ServicesMedication AdministrationEmergency ResponseIEP / IHP / 504 SupportFERPA / HIPAA ComplianceMedicaid DocumentationImmunization ManagementHealth AssessmentsAED MonitoringStudent Wellness ProgramsNursing DocumentationPublic Health NursingSpecial Education Support