On Call School Nurse

School Nurse

Ministry Description

Position Overview

The On-Call School Nurse serves as providing expertise and oversight for the provision of school health services and promotion of health education. Using clinical knowledge and judgment, the school nurse provides health care to students and staff, performs health screenings, and coordinates referrals to healthcare providers and/or community services. The school nurse serves as a liaison between school personnel, family, community and healthcare providers to advocate for health care and a healthy school environment and will oversee and manage the two health office assistants.

Essential Characteristics

• Active Christian and local church member
• Demonstrates a heart for Jesus Christ: “I resolved to know nothing while I was with you except Jesus Christ and Him crucified”. I Corinthians 2:2
• Demonstrates personal character: “In everything, set them an example by doing what is good. In your teaching show integrity, seriousness and soundness of speech…” Titus 2:7-8
• Demonstrates passion for excellence worthy of Christ: Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart, as working for the Lord…” Colossians 3:23
• Exemplifies a Christ-like attitude in both written and verbal communication
• Ministers and prays with others; communicates the love of Jesus to further the mission of the School. Attend, participate, and lead faculty devotions and Chapel on a rotating basis
• Approachable, with an appropriate balance of high expectations, patience, and mentorship
• A team-player who is willing to listen to the ideas, concerns, and solutions of others
• Knowledgeable and competent in areas of safe school culture necessary to support school’s mission