School Nurse

St James School District R1 St. James R-1 School District - Saint James, Missouri Open in Google Maps Anticipated High School Nurse St James School District R1 St. James R-1 School District - Saint James, Missouri Open in Google Maps This job is also posted in St James School District R1 Job Details Job ID: 5920716 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Sep 10, 2026 5:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Immediately Job Description ST. JAMES R-1 SCHOOL DISTRICT Job Title: High School Nurse Description: LPN, RN, EMT, or Paramedic to provide substitute services for school nurses Qualifications: Must hold license Current CPR A fingerprint background check will be required Job Description: Administers first aid, medication, and specialized medical treatments (e.g. oral suctioning, catheterization, etc.) to provide appropriate care for ill, medically fragile, and/or injured children. Administers mandated screenings (e.g. vision, dental, hearing and/or back/scoliosis screenings, health assessments, etc.) to refer medical conditions and/or provide appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children. Assesses situations involving students' safety (e.g. abuse (physical, sexual, drug, etc.), other health-related issues, etc.) to identify problems, refer for proper treatment and comply with legal requirements. Collaborates with various groups and individuals (e.g. parents, students, health care providers, public agencies, etc.) to promote and/or secure student health services; providing information and complying with legal requirements. Conducts age-appropriate programs and/or activities in conjunction with classroom curriculum (e.g. health education, nutritional workshops, etc.) to support established lesson plans. Implements health care plans for students with health problems (e.g. diabetes, etc.) to meet the needs of students with chronic health problems and/or accommodation requirements. Maintains contact with parents/guardians to advise them of changes in student health and/or recommend further medical and/or emotional intervention. Maintains student's confidential files and records (e.g. health care plans, agency referrals, accident reports, immunizations records, etc.) to provide information required by legal requirements and professional standards. Maintains the inventory of supplies (e.g. equipment, medication, building, and health room emergency equipment, etc.) to ensure the department can quickly and effectively handle health-related situations. Monitors students with chronic illnesses (e.g. diabetes, etc.) to assist the child in achieving the highest possible functional level. Monitors students referred for illness and/or injury (e.g. coughing, flu-like symptoms, etc.) to attend to their immediate health care concerns and initiate follow-up care. Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. workshops, seminars, interdisciplinary teams, etc.) for gathering, conveying, and/or sharing information on student health needs, service delivery, and educational programs; and/or improving skills and knowledge. Prepares documentation (e.g. student health history, current health status, immunization reports, etc.) to provide written support, convey information, and/or comply with mandated requirements and professional guidelines. Provides training and/or orientation on a variety of health-related subjects or policies (e.g. disaster preparedness, health education, medication management, substance abuse, growth and development, food allergies, STDs, etc.) to promote a healthy lifestyle and/or act as a resource to students, teachers, and other school personnel. Refers students requiring additional medical attention (e.g. contagious diseases, etc.) for the purpose of providing required follow-up treatment and services. Reports health and safety issues to assigned administrator and appropriate agencies (e.g. fights, suspected child or substance abuse, contagious diseases, etc.) to maintain students' personal safety, and a positive learning environment, and comply with regulatory requirements and established guidelines. Responds to emergency medical situations (e.g. severe falls, prescription reactions, bleeding, etc.) to ensure appropriate immediate medical attention and related follow-up action. Performs other related duties as assigned to ensure the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. Position Type: Full-Time Contact Information Bryan Carty , Nurse John F. Hodge High School Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr