Certified School Nurse (ESY-Inclusive) - CCDC Coatesville

Certified School Nurse- Extended Year

A vacancy for a Certified School Nurse- Extended Year currently exists within the Student Services Division of the Chester County Intermediate Unit. The position is located at the Child & Career Development Center- Coatesville Campus. To provide assessment, screening, planning, intervention, evaluation, counseling, management and/or referrals concerning the health and medical care needs of students for the purpose of minimizing absences due to illness, maximizing educational opportunities, and creating a healthy school climate.

Essential roles and responsibilities include working collaboratively with health care providers, students, parents, school staff, and community agencies to ensure access and continuity of care for students. Assists in the establishment and maintenance of a comprehensive school health program. Collects information about the health development status of students for compliance with state immunization regulations and Board of Education policies. Conducts school programs of immunization, physical examinations, and sight and hearing testing. Performs nursing assessment for students who are ill or injured; applies appropriate theory as basis for providing first aid, nursing care, intervention and referrals for those students. Evaluates nursing care provided and changes plan of care as necessary. Implements Board policy with respect to the exclusion and readmission of students in connection with certain infectious and contagious diseases (e.g., Tuberculosis). Maintains accurate records and documentation in accordance with state and federal law, and Board of Education policies. Develops individual health care plan (ICHP) when needed with specific goals, nursing diagnosis, and interventions delineating school-nursing actions unique to students' needs and for incorporation into the student's individualized educational plan (IEP). Intervenes as guided by the nursing care plan to implement nursing actions that promote, maintain or restore health, prevent illness and effect rehabilitation. Serves as a member of school teams as designated health care professional (e.g., Crisis Teams, PPT, Section 504). Reports to parents, school personnel, physicians, clinics, and others as needed to meet student health needs. Provides instruction and training regarding the Heimlich Maneuver, Blood Borne Pathogen training, the school district's Emergency plan, and with regard to providing care for students, including students with disabilities. Contributes to nursing and school health through innovations in theory; practice and participation in research, including narrative and statistical reports. Provides medical assessment to school administration team as requested. Provides health education to students as requested. Notifies the appropriate person or agency of student's injury/illness in accordance with Board policy as necessary. Confers with parents, students and school district staff and professionals to interpret health and developmental assessments.

Qualifications include professional certifications such as a BSN or bachelor's degree in Biology, Chemistry, or related science area required, with coursework in growth and development, health assessment, public or school health, crisis intervention and health education. A master's degree in a related field is preferred. Successful experiences working with special education population, preferably in a community or school setting strongly preferred. Valid PA nursing license required. Current School Nurse Certification required, per state guideline CSPG 80 - School Nurse (PK-12). Special Education PK-12 certification preferred. Current CPR/First Aid certification required.

Salary ranges from $64,626 - $97,419 for the 2025-2026 School Year and $62,155 - $89,730 for the 2026-2027 School Year, depending on experience and education level. The position is located at the Child & Career Development Center- Coatesville Campus 1525 E. Lincoln HWY, Coatesville, PA 19320. Chester County Intermediate Unit is an Equal Opportunity Employer.