Registered Nurse

Registered NurseColorado Academy is seeking a full-time registered nurse to join the health team. This includes daily first aid care of students and also management of students who have chronic and acute health conditions. This includes administering medication as needed and working with parents and teachers to create and enforce care plans. This role, which reports directly to the Assistant Head of School, is a full-time, 12-month, exempt position with an anticipated start date of November 30, 2026.Someone will thrive in this role if they are seeking:A close working relationship with a school communityAutonomy in nursing practiceA team where their voice is heard and their opinions hold weightAn active, fast-paced environment without the hospital patient loadA workplace full of joy and laughter!The Campus Registered Nurse will:Maintain a comprehensive program of caring for students who are injured or who become ill at schoolProvide basic triage and care for children aged 4 through 18, including (but not limited to) cuts/scrapes, broken bones, head injuries, concussions, daily medications, and illnessesConsult with parents, teachers, school administrators and other staff regarding student carePlan and implement school health management protocols and procedures, especially for emergency situationsAdminister medication and monitor delegated medication administrationCoordinate care with the school interdisciplinary team (counselors, principals, teachers, administration, athletics)Communicate changes in student condition with parents and guardians in a professional and timely mannerMaintain all professional licensure, including RN license, CPR certification, and all applicable childcare credentials as required by Colorado lawMaintain a thorough understanding of current district/state guidance surrounding childhood immunizations and exclusionary policies due to illnessManage the immunization records of students and provide timely communication to families when updates are requiredManage accurate student health records in accordance with school policyMaintain CPR records for campus faculty and staff, and coordinate annual CPR classes for employeesCoordinate yearly human growth and development programming in Grades 5-9Maintain supervision and delegation records for all unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs)Provide delegation for medication administration and other health care procedures as necessary to unlicensed assistive personnel (UAPs)Support a robust summer program in collaboration with the school's Health Assistant and Director of Auxiliary Programs.Assist in preparing student medication for after school auxiliary programsAssist in preparing student medication for overnight trips (5th Grade, Middle School, Upper School)Attend one week overnight (5 days, 4 nights) trip with Grade 5 in mid-April (yearly)Assist with campus life duties as assignedIdentify any observable evidence of illness or communicable diseasesEngage in continuous reflection on nursing practice and strive for maximum expertisePerform the duties of a mandated reporter as necessaryModel and promote Colorado Academy's mission and values of kindness, curiosity, courage, and adventurePhysical RequirementsAbility to run short distances on occasionWork in a variety of weather conditions with exposure to the outdoor elementsAbility to lift up to 70 lbsQualifications:Active and unrestricted Colorado or compact state RN license requiredCCHC certification and/or NCSN certification highly preferredCurrent CPR and first aid or BLS certificationAutomatic Emergency Defibrillator (AED) CertifiedExperience in both children and adult illness/injury careCommunity health knowledgeExperience and knowledge of school health and school nursing practice is beneficial