School Registered Nurse (RN) in Colorado Springs, CO

School-Based Registered Nurse

Make a meaningful impact by supporting students' health and wellness at a dynamic school setting near Colorado Springs, CO. As a school-based Registered Nurse on contract, your clinical expertise and nurturing spirit will help create a safe, inclusive environment where every student can thrive. Your role is essential to ensuring both immediate care and the ongoing health education of students and staff.

Qualifications and Desired Experience:

• Current, active RN license in Colorado (or compact state eligibility)
• Previous experience in a school-based or pediatric nursing environment preferred
• Strong assessment and critical thinking skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities with students, staff, and parents
• Ability to respond calmly and effectively in emergency situations
• Comfortable collaborating within multidisciplinary education teams

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct care for illness or injuries occurring during the school day
• Administer student medications and manage healthcare treatments according to prescribed plans
• Implement individualized healthcare plans for students with chronic conditions or special needs
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date health records in compliance with state and federal laws
• Educate students and staff on topics including wellness, personal hygiene, and disease prevention
• Serve as a health resource and advocate for students and their families
• Promote a safe and healthy school environment through screenings, intervention, and prevention strategies

This contract role is ideal for a caring RN who enjoys working with children and making a difference in their daily lives. If you're ready to apply your nursing skills in a supportive educational setting, we invite you to submit your application and take the next step in your career. Discover the rewards of school nursing in beautiful Coloradoapply today!

Compensation for this position ranges from $32.29 to $52.29. Eligible candidates may also receive healthcare benefits, housing, and meals/incidentals. Full details of our healthcare benefits plan can be found here. This posting is open for 60 days after the posting date.