School-Based Nurse (RN)

Job Description

Adelphi is seeking Registered Nurses (RN) to provide 1-on-1 school-based nursing support for students with severe disabilities at a school facility in Southeast Missouri.

The ideal candidate will deliver care in accordance with each student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP) and Individual Health Plan (IHP).

Job Quick Facts

• Reference #: BD-1163-01

• Profession: Nursing

• Specialty: 1:1 School-Based Nurse (RN)

• Location: Southeast Missouri

• Facility Type: School

• Coverage Type: On-Site (travel on school bus with student required)

• Job Type: Temporary Contract

• Contract Duration: Through July 31, 2026 (or per school calendar)

• Schedule: Monday to Friday, within school hours; nurse travels with student on school transportation daily

• Start Date: July 6, 2026

• Length of assignment: 3 weeks

• Compensation: $40 per hour

Requirements

• Active Missouri Registered Nurse (RN) license in good standing.

• Current CPR and First Aid certification.

• Minimum of 1 year of pediatric, school, or developmental-disability experience preferred.

• Must pass Family Care Safety Registry and FBI fingerprint background checks.

• Maintain professional liability insurance meeting state requirements.

• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate within an educational team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct 1:1 nursing care to a student during the school day and while traveling to and from home.

• Deliver medical services as outlined in the student’s IEP and IHP.

• Administer medications, monitor vital signs, and respond promptly to emergency medical needs.

• Ensure continuous coverage by coordinating substitute nursing services during absences, as required by the school.

• Maintain detailed documentation of all care, treatments, and communication per school and state requirements.

• Attend periodic orientation or training sessions as requested by the school to maintain procedural and policy compliance.

• Collaborate closely with teachers, administrators, and multidisciplinary staff to support student health and participation.

• Provide services that follow the school calendar and daily instructional schedule.

• Perform all duties on-site; telehealth or remote work is not permitted.

• Maintain confidentiality under FERPA and HIPAA, and comply with all state mandated-reporting laws.

• Uphold all state nursing regulations and professional standards of conduct.