FY27 Registered School Nurse

FY27 Registered School Nurse

The Kodiak Island Borough School District is looking for the following position for the 2026-2027 school year. Registered School Nurse

Location: Kodiak High School, Kodiak Alaska Start Date: 8/24/2026 Hours: 6 hours; 5 days/week; 9 months

Salary: Entry Range 30, Step 1: $37.56 per hour (Associates RN degree) Entry Range 31, Step 1: $43.02 per hour (Bachelors RN degree) Position Summary: The Registered School Nurse will work under day-to-day supervision provided by the building principals. General responsibilities entail the promotion of health education, care, counseling and crisis intervention to all students, parents and staff. Qualifications:

• Ability to work well with students, teachers, and parents.
• Possess a current Alaska R.N. license.
• Background, training and experience in public health preferred.
• Full knowledge of methods and techniques of screening pupils for many health-related conditions.
• Extensive knowledge of first aid techniques and ability to apply them.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of students, staff, school business, materials, and information.
• Ability to work well with public, students, staff and parents.
• Ability to safely, regularly lift and/or move up to 20 pounds and occasionally lift and/or moves up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct school health services with students including screening for physical examinations, immunizations, hearing and vision tests, and dental clinics.
• Refer students who are in need of medical and dental care to parents.
• Report to parents, school personnel, physicians, clinics, and other agencies on school medical/health matters, including suspected child neglect and abuse.
• Maintain current cumulative health records on all students.
• Provide immediate first aid care until a parent or physician is available to students and staff members who have suffered injury or emergency illness.
• Participate with school staff in developing a total school health program and maintain close working relationships with other health care providers in the community.
• Participate, under the supervision of health teachers, in teaching health topics.
• Conduct and/or assist in training school staff with required CPR and first aid.
• Contact or visit homes of children referred by principals and teachers regarding health or medical concerns.
• Advise on modification of the educational program to meet the health needs of individual students (i.e., classroom placement of hearing or vision impaired students).
• Prepare and submit reports to the Director of Federal Programs, Superintendent, the State Boards of Health or Education, and the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services as required.
• Authorize exclusion and readmission of students with infectious and contagious diseases in accordance with statute, regulation, and policy.
• Administer medications according to School Board Policy.
• Order and inventory school health-care materials and supplies.
• Assist with administration of federal school lunch programs.
• Initiate and assist with organization of athletic physicals.
• Participate in relevant services and training programs at the direction of the Director of Federal Programs.
• Conduct TB testing, health screening and staff/student education at rural schools.
• Maintain confidentiality of students, staff, school business, materials, and information.
• Other duties as assigned from time to time.

Application Instructions: All applicants are required to submit a new or updated District application at the website. The Kodiak Island Borough School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Welcome to Kodiak, Alaska Kodiak is a unique island community located in the Gulf of Alaska, known for its breathtaking scenery, rich cultural heritage, and strong sense of community. Often referred to as the "Emerald Isle," Kodiak offers lush landscapes, dramatic coastlines, and abundant wildlife, including the world-famous Kodiak brown bear. The island balances small-town warmth with modern amenities, making it a welcoming place for educators and families alike.

Life in Kodiak blends outdoor adventure with a deep appreciation for culture and tradition. Residents enjoy fishing, hiking, boating, and exploring the surrounding wilderness, while also engaging with a diverse population that includes a vibrant Alaska Native community. Despite its island location, Kodiak offers quality schools, healthcare, and recreational opportunities, as well as strong support for educators who are committed to making a difference. Moving here provides not only a teaching opportunity but also the chance to be part of a resilient, close-knit community that values education and cultural exchange.