Registered School Nurse

Position Type:
Student Support Services/School Nurse

Date Posted:
9/10/2026

Location:
Central Office
(High-Needs School)
TITLE: School Nurse

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Hold current license as a registered, professional nurse in the State of Louisiana
• Have at least two years of professional experience as a nurse

REPORTS TO: Director of Student Services

SUPERVISES: None

JOB GOAL: To insure that all students may fully participate in the educational endeavors of the school system through early screening and treatment of health problems.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Screens children for obvious health problems and handicaps.
• Tests children for vision/hearing problems and refers, as necessary, to proper agencies for treatment.
• Sets up medical clinics with assistance of Health Department.
• Conducts home visits to advise parents in proper care of children with impairments.
• Coordinates activities between state health and school personnel for delivery of more comprehensive health care services.
• Serves as resource person to special education classroom and clinics by providing up-to- date health care information.
• Becomes informed of the special needs of each child by consulting relevant records of the Parish Health Unit.
• Coordinates and supports public health programs.
• Serves as the school system's representative during on-campus visits.
• Serves as liaison between the schools and the Department of Public Welfare to secure optimal services for children with impairments.
• Writes health reports and maintains health records of children with impairments.
• Serves as a member of the Evaluation Team as needed.
• Develops and implements Individual Growth Plan based on the previous year's observation and evaluation recommendations.
• Completes a self-evaluation annually.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the proper authority.
• Promotes harmony between: teachers, students, teacher and student.
• Accepts and supports administration decisions.

PERSONAL QUALITIES:

• Possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills and the ability to work effectively with individuals and groups.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Possesses the knowledge to gather data, compile information and prepare reports.

PROFESSIONAL ETHICS (Does not require IAPs. The deficiency in professional responsibilities shall be addressed with a progression of documentation):

• The nurse collaborates and communicates effectively and respectfully with colleagues and the community to promote growth and to accomplish the district's mission.
• The nurse maintains regular attendance and punctuality and notifies appropriate personnel of absences and late arrivals in a prompt manner, as per district procedures.
• The nurse complies with all district rules and policies.
• The nurse ensures proper care of supplies, electronics/computers and other equipment.
• The nurse maintains his/her assigned area and its environment in a manner conducive to a professional working environment.
• The nurse participates in activities to improve professional competence, including those activities required by the board.
• The nurse oversees the maintenance of current records and reports as assigned.
• The nurse projects a well-groomed, professional appearance.
• The nurse accepts and implements assistance and resources designed to improve or enhance performance.
• The nurse contributes to achieving the district's mission, engages in self-reflection and growth opportunities, and creates and sustains partnerships with colleagues and communities.
• The nurse engages in self-reflection and growth opportunities to support high levels of learning for all staff and students.
• The nurse is courteous to faculty, staff and the public.
• The nurse recognizes and respects the rights and property of other employees and the public.
• The nurse exhibits professional and ethical conduct.
• The nurse exercises proper judgment and refrains from conduct which reduces or causes a loss of his/her effectiveness in the profession.
• The nurse adheres to all deadlines set by board policy.
• The nurse exhibits positive personal behavior and avoids improprieties or the appearance of improprieties.
• The nurse maintains confidentiality of all matters related to student and employee matters.
• Reports job-related injuries within 48 hours of a work accident to the immediate supervisor.
• Adheres to the DeSoto Parish School Board's Sexual Harassment Policy to be found at File: GAEAA.

TERM OF EMPLOYMENT: Nine

FLSA: Exempt