School Nurse (RN)

Registered Nurse
Hourly Rate: $38-43 per hour
Location: Columbia, SC; Onsite – School Setting

Position Summary
The School Nurse provides support in addressing the health needs of students; assisting in implementing the school health program; and providing appropriate care and/or referral for ill, medically fragile, and/or injured students. Administer first aid and medication to students according to district policy and procedures. At RCM Healthcare Services, we're passionate about connecting talented professionals with the right opportunities - join our network and be supported every step of the way.

Responsibilities
Schedule/Shift

• • Shift details: School Day Schedule/ School Based Per Diem RN
  • Hours per week: PRN (7-7.5 hour shifts per day)
  • Contract length: School Year

Key Duties

• Provide direct professional nursing care to students, including first aid, illness, and injury care, using clinical decision-making within the nursing scope of practice.
• The School Nurse administers prescription and over-the-counter medications in compliance with South Carolina law, provider orders, and district medication policies; maintain accurate medication documentation and secure storage.
• Respond appropriately to medical emergencies.
• Provide nursing care to students with chronic illnesses, such as asthma, diabetes, seizures, and severe allergies in alignment with provider orders.
• The School Nurse develops, implements, and evaluates Individual Healthcare Plans (IHPs) for students with special healthcare needs.
• Participate as a member of IEP and Section 504 teams as needed for students with special healthcare needs.
• Conduct required student health screenings and create a safe environment for the students.
• Implement infection control practices and manage communicable disease situations according to South Carolina Department of Public Health guidance and district procedures.
• Complete and maintain appropriate student health documentation and reporting.
• Train and supervise designated unlicensed school personnel to perform approved health related tasks in accordance with the South Carolina Board of Nursing Advisory Standards; provide oversight and consultation when nursing care is delegated.
• The School Nurse serves as a positive liaison among students, families, school personnel, healthcare providers, and community agencies.
• Duties may include frequent walking, standing, stooping, lifting and moving of equipment or materials weighing upwards of 40 lbs.
• Other duties as assigned.

Preferred Qualifications

• 2+ years of school health experience preferred.
• First Aid Certification.

Licenses & Certifications

• Degree in nursing.
• Current Registered Nurse licensure (RN) from the South Carolina State Board of Nursing.
• Current CPR/AED required.
• The incumbent in this position will be required to pass a criminal history background check.

Benefits

Per Diem / Temporary (Hourly) Roles

• Comprehensive benefits that include medical, dental, and vision
• Company-paid Basic Life/AD&D and Long-Term Disability for employees working 30+ hours/week
• Paid sick leave may be available based on hours worked and state laws
• Benefit offerings are subject to legal requirements, eligibility status, and work location
• Employees 21+ can participate in the 401(k) Savings Plan

About Us RCM Healthcare Services works with professionals across schools, healthcare, and community-based settings nationwide. We support both contract and direct hire opportunities, connecting people early in their careers and experienced professionals to roles that align with their experience and preferences.

With more than 50 years of staffing experience, our team understands the environments you’re stepping into and what it takes to be successful in them. We stay closely involved from first conversation through placement, with consistent communication, a reliable point of contact, and follow-through at every step. We’re committed to caring for the professionals we work with and the communities they support, and offer competitive pay and benefits designed to support your well-being.

RCM Healthcare Services is Joint Commission certified, reflecting a commitment to quality, compliance, and a consistent experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity & Reasonable Accommodation

RCM Technologies is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state laws. If you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for or perform this role, please contact us and we will engage in an interactive process to support your needs.

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