PRN School Nurse

Kansas City School District - KCMO Board of Education - Other - Kansas City, Missouri Open in Google Maps PRN School Nurse Job Details Job ID: 5931310 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Sep 17, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description Kansas City, MO School District School Nurse - R N/LPN Job Title: School Nurse - Registered Nurse/LPN Job Title Code: 01534 Salary Grade: R.N. with Bachelor degree or higher in Nursing Z16: $49,700 - 71,374 All other registered nurses Z15: $47,200 - 67,783 Department: Student Support and Community Services Reports To: Director of Nursing Services FLSA Status: Exempt - RN, Non-Exempt - LPN Position Summary: The School Nurse strengthens the educational process by addressing health-related barriers to learning and promoting wellness among students and sta?. This role provides nursing services across a designated zone of schools, ensuring appropriate assessment, intervention, and referral activities. The nurse acts as a liaison between physicians, families, and community agencies, and delivers health-related instruction and counseling. What You'll Be Doing: (Responsibilities) Student Health Management Covering openings at schools due to the regular school nurse needing to take PTO. May also be asked to cover long-term for vacancies created during the school year. Assist nurses at their home schools on days of special events such as Score 1, screening days, medical field trips, etc. Conduct health screenings and assessments to identify at-risk individuals and existing problems. Develop and implement nursing care plans, including medication administration and special health care procedures. Manage immunization records and ensure compliance with state statutes. Assess and address student injuries and illnesses, providing appropriate first aid and documentation. Identify and manage communicable diseases common to school-age populations. Health Education and Counseling Provide health counseling and guidance to students, parents, and sta?. Teach first aid procedures and emergency care. Present health information in an organized and age-appropriate manner. Educate students, families, and sta? on health conditions and treatment plans. Encourage teachers to incorporate health concepts into the curriculum. Collaboration and Coordination Collaborate with health professionals, community agencies, and school sta? to ensure continuity of care. continuity of care. Serve as a liaison between physicians, families, and community resources. Report appropriate health information to local health units. Participate in disaster drills and safety assessments. Professional Development and Compliance Maintain compliance with the Missouri Nursing Practice Act and relevant statutes. Continuously update knowledge and incorporate new techniques in school health. Document essential health information and maintain accurate records. Assess the school environment for safety and health hazards. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None To Be Successful at This Job, You'll Need To: (Minimum Qualifications) Licensed in the State of Missouri as a Registered Nurse. Graduation from an accredited Associate's degree program in Nursing (ADN). Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification. Proficiency in Word and Excel. Experience in a school or medical setting.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

Employees must be able to sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands and fingers, reach, bend, stoop, lift up to 25 pounds, and kneel on the floor. Must be able to walk stairs and assist in lifting students in emergencies.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

Length of work year : In person; 7.5 hours per day; 5 days/week; 205 days schedule Benefits : Health and Dental Insurance are provided. KCPS Defined Benefit Pension plan - mandatory 9% contribution is required from employee and matched by KCPS; Voluntary retirement savings plans are also available. Why Join Kansas City Public Schools? Be a Changemaker. Collaborate with Passionate Colleagues. #LevelUp the Future. Position Type: Full-Time Job Categories: Student Services > School Nurse Job Requirements Citizenship, residency or work visa required #J-18808-Ljbffr City & Borough of Sitka Alaska