Middle and High School Registered Nurse

School Nurse
Guadalupe Centers Charter Schools (GCCS) serves more than 1,600 students from PreK12 and is a free, open-enrollment public charter school system located in Kansas City, Missouri. Over 97% of our students identify as Latinx, and many are bilingual or English learners. Our network includes Guadalupe Centers Elementary School, Guadalupe Centers Middle School, and Guadalupe Centers High School.
GCCS grew out of Guadalupe Centers' educational programs part of the longest continuously operating agency serving the Latinx community in the United States since 1919. Our deep community roots shape our mission: to prepare all students academically, socially, and emotionally for college, career, and life success.
The School Nurse manages and coordinates the school's comprehensive health services program to promote student health, wellness, safety, and academic success. The School Nurse provides direct nursing services, develops individualized healthcare plans, ensures compliance with Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS), Missouri State Board of Nursing regulations, and all applicable federal, state, and local laws, while maintaining a safe and healthy school environment.
Student Health Services
Provide comprehensive nursing care for students experiencing illness, injury, or medical emergencies.
Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate school health services.
Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs) for students with chronic or specialized health needs.
Collaborate with families, healthcare providers, administrators, counselors, teachers, and support staff to promote student health and educational success.
Participate in Individualized Education Program (IEP) and Section 504 meetings when health services are required.
Maintain accurate, complete, and confidential student health records in accordance with FERPA and district policies.
Administer medications and nursing treatments in accordance with physician orders, Missouri law, Missouri State Board of Nursing regulations, and district policies.
Health Assessments and Screenings
Coordinate and conduct required health screenings, including vision, hearing, and other screenings as required by Missouri law or district policy.
Identify health concerns, make referrals, and monitor follow-up care as appropriate.
Monitor student growth, development, and overall health status.
Monitor communicable disease prevention, reporting, and control in accordance with local, state, and federal guidelines.
Maintain immunization records and ensure compliance with Missouri immunization requirements.
Report communicable diseases to appropriate health authorities as required.
Health Education and Wellness
Promote student and staff wellness through health education initiatives and prevention programs.
Serve as a health resource for teachers, staff, students, and families.
Coordinate health awareness activities and observances throughout the school year.
Support the implementation of health education curriculum and wellness initiatives.
Staff Training
Provide training to school personnel on topics including:
Infection prevention and control
Diabetes management
Child abuse and neglect reporting requirements
Other student health-related topics

Emergency Preparedness and School Safety
Respond to medical emergencies and coordinate emergency response procedures.
Maintain emergency medical supplies, equipment, and Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs).
Assist with the development and implementation of school emergency preparedness plans.
Monitor the school environment for health and safety concerns and recommend corrective actions.
Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, including:
Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services (DHSS)
Missouri Nurse Practice Act
Missouri State Board of Nursing regulations
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Bloodborne Pathogens Standard
District policies and procedures

Knowledge of professional nursing principles and practices.
Knowledge of pediatric nursing, emergency care, communicable disease prevention, and health promotion.
Knowledge of Missouri school health regulations and nursing standards.
Ability to assess emergency situations and exercise sound professional judgment.
Ability to establish positive working relationships with students, families, staff, healthcare providers, and community partners.
Ability to effectively use electronic health record systems, Microsoft Office applications, and other technology.
Graduate of an accredited Registered Nursing (RN) program.

Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Missouri.
Must remain in good standing with the Missouri State Board of Nursing.
Minimum of two (2) years of nursing experience preferred.
Experience in pediatrics, community health, emergency nursing, family practice, public health, or school nursing preferred.
Bilingual in English and Spanish preferred.
Valid Missouri driver's license and reliable transportation may be required for travel between district locations.

Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, kneel, reach, and move throughout school facilities for extended periods.
Ability to respond quickly to medical emergencies.
Ability to perform CPR and other emergency first aid procedures.
Ability to assist students with mobility or medical needs when necessary.
Work is primarily performed in a school environment with frequent interruptions and occasional exposure to bloodborne pathogens, communicable diseases, and other health-related risks.
Personal protective equipment (PPE) and universal precautions shall be utilized in accordance with district policy and OSHA regulations.
Application Process:
Please complete an online application at Attach your resume, cover letter, transcripts, and certification (if applicable).
We strongly encourage applications from women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, or veteran status. We also prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forward complaints or participate in investigations of