Registered Nurse - Eagle Ridge ES

2026-27 Registered Nurse - Eagle Ridge Elementary School Paradise Valley USD 69 Eagle Ridge ES - Phoenix, Arizona Job Details Job ID: 5628374 Application Deadline: Posted until filled Posted: Apr 06, 2026 6:00 AM (UTC) Starting Date: Jul 27, 2026 Position Type: 1.0 FTE Job Categories: Student Services > School Nurse Job Description Registered Nurse Location: Eagle Ridge Elementary School FTE: 1.0 Non-Interim Position Dates: 7/27/2026 - 5/27/2027 The School Nurse is a registered, professional nurse who serves the school community to oversee school health policies and programs. The School Nurse provides expertise and oversight for the provision of school health services and promotion of health education. The School Nurse uses professional knowledge and judgment in providing health care to students, performs health screenings and coordinates referrals to healthcare providers. The School Nurse serves as a liaison between school personnel, family, community, and healthcare providers to advocate for student health care/wellness and a healthy school environment. The School Nurse possesses effective organizational and critical thinking skills. The School Nurse utilizes effective verbal and written communication skills. Essential Functions Establishes and maintains a comprehensive school health program. Maintains information about the health and developmental status of students. Supports nursing care plans with specific goals and interventions delineating school nursing action unique to student’s needs. Maintains nursing care that promotes, maintains, or restores health and prevents illness. Manages student behavior for the purpose of providing a safe and optimal learning environment. Documents nursing care via computer program. Gathers statistics for district and state reports. Ensures compliance with Arizona State Immunization requirements for all students throughout the school year. Participates in Medicaid in Public Schools (MIPS) program as defined by district policies. Conducts annual health screenings and referrals as defined by district policies and/or mandated by the Arizona Department of Health Services. Collaborates with instructional staff, other school personnel, parents and a variety of community resources to improve overall student outcomes. Counsels students and families to improve student performance, health status, problem‑solving techniques and a variety of personal issues. Participates on PCL team to improve school nursing practice. Assesses, plans and implements school health services in collaboration with other school/district staff. Participates in a variety of meetings (staff, district, IEPs, 504’s, etc.) to convey and/or gather medical and health‑related data/information required to perform functions. Prepares written materials (e.g., student injury reports, Arizona School Health Annual Report [ASHAR], immunization data report, hearing screening report, etc.) to document and meet mandated requirements. Reports student/school health and safety status to assigned administrator and appropriate agencies to maintain student personal safety, a positive learning environment and comply with regulatory requirements and established guidelines. Responds to emergency situations to resolve immediate safety concerns and/or direct to appropriate personnel/agency. Responds to inquiries from teachers, parents, administrators and others to resolve issues, provide information and direction. Participates in school activities (open house, parent‑teacher conferences). Maintains current knowledge in the area of specialization. Supports goals and objectives of the school and district. Job Requirements Information, Knowledge and Abilities Apply nursing assessment tools. Operate standard office equipment and computers with relevant software. Prepare and maintain accurate records. Apply epidemiological nursing framework for pediatric influences in the school setting. Assess common pediatric diseases/processes (e.g., chronic health conditions, birth defects). Apply federal and state mandates relating to school health services/practices. Work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; establish and maintain constructive relationships, adapt to changing work priorities, maintain confidentiality, exhibit tact and patience; perform age‑appropriate pediatric and adolescent physical/behavioral assessments; follow school nurse policies and practice as dictated by state and district guidelines; apply appropriate nursing theory as basis for decision‑making. Experience Minimum two years recent experience in a public nursing medical, pediatric or emergency room setting. Education Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred. Required Certifications Current professional nursing license. Current CPR certification. Arizona Nursing Certification or National School Nurse Certification to be acquired within three years of hire. Clearances and Testing Criminal Background Clearance. Valid Arizona IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card. FLSA Status Exempt. Citizenship, residency or work visa required Legal Information & Equal Opportunity Statement Paradise Valley Unified School District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex or disability, in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities. Any person having inquiries concerning the School's compliance with the regulations implementing Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Section504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, or Title II of the Genetic Information NonDiscrimination Act of 2008 may contact the Assistant Superintendent of Human Resources. Contact Information Human Resources 15002 N 32nd Street Phoenix, Arizona 85032 Phone: View phone number on click.appcast.io Email: View email address on click.appcast.io #J-18808-Ljbffr