Health Care Management Nurse

Job Title: Registered Nurse
Location: Aztec, New Mexico
Job Type: Contract
Work Model: 100% Onsite
Contract Duration: July 27, 2026 - May 28, 2027
Renewal Option: Up to 3 Additional Annual Renewals
Schedule: 37.5 Hours/Week | 7.5 Hours/Day | School Calendar Schedule
Coverage Area: 2 High Schools, 1 Middle School, 3 Elementary Schools
Client is seeking qualified Registered Nurses to provide comprehensive school nursing services supporting both general education and special-needs students across the district. The district serves multiple school campuses and requires strong clinical nursing support, emergency response capabilities, student wellness management, and compliance with school healthcare regulations.
The RN will support student wellness initiatives, medication administration, emergency response planning, health documentation, Medicaid compliance, and school health programs while maintaining compliance with FERPA, HIPAA, New Mexico PED, and Department of Health requirements.
The ideal candidate will possess strong pediatric/school nursing experience, excellent communication skills, emergency response capabilities, and the ability to work collaboratively within a school district environment.
Key Responsibilities
Clinical Nursing Services
Perform student health screenings and nursing assessments
Provide referrals and follow-up care based on assessment findings
Support students with IHPs, IEPs, and 504 plans
Participate in student registration health record review
Support home visit participation if required
Supervise and delegate appropriate duties to health assistants and unlicensed personnel
Medication Administration & Emergency Response
Administer medications and nursing procedures
Maintain medication administration documentation
Monitor AED equipment and emergency preparedness readiness
Respond to student and staff medical emergencies
Coordinate emergency transportation when required
Maintain health room coverage during school hours
Student Wellness & Health Education
Provide instruction and guidance regarding:
Hygiene
Communicable disease prevention
Puberty education
Student wellness initiatives

~ Participate in district wellness programs and health functions

Documentation & Compliance
Maintain:
Health records
Immunization records
Medication logs
Medicaid documentation
SNAP system records

Ensure FERPA and HIPAA compliance
Complete Medicaid-related documentation and reporting
Maintain active NPI number and Medicaid participation requirements
Regulatory & Administrative Responsibilities
Comply with:
New Mexico PED guidelines
NM Department of Health standards
Board of Education policies
Federal and state healthcare regulations

Participate in district policy implementation and health program administration
Complete AMSD-required online training and onboarding activities
Must-Have Qualifications
Current Registered Nurse (RN) License - State of New Mexico
PED (Public Education Department) Licensure/Credential
Pending licensure may be accepted

Background verification and fingerprint clearance
Strong computer and documentation skills
Ability to comply with:
Medicaid requirements
FERPA regulations
HIPAA requirements

Experience working with pediatric or school-aged populations
Strong communication and emergency response skills
Ability to work onsite within district schools
Preferred Qualifications
Prior school nursing experience
Experience supporting special education students
Experience with IHP / IEP / 504 student support
Experience with Medicaid documentation and billing
Pediatric nursing background
Experience with communicable disease management
Experience providing health education and wellness programs
Familiarity with New Mexico PED school health guidelines
Core Skills
School Nursing
Pediatric Nursing
Student Health Services
Medication Administration
Emergency Response
IEP / IHP / 504 Support
FERPA / HIPAA Compliance
Medicaid Documentation
Immunization Management
Health Assessments
AED Monitoring
Student Wellness Programs
Nursing Documentation
Public Health Nursing
Special Education Support

Recruiter Submission Template -

Full Name:
Nursing Degree (University & Completion Year):
Current New Mexico RN License Number & Expiration Date:
PED Licensure/Credential Status:
NPI Number Available (Yes/No):
Total Years of RN Experience:
Total Years of School Nursing Experience:
Experience supporting K-12 students? (Yes/No - Details):
Experience with IHP / IEP / 504 student support? (Yes/No - Details):
Experience administering medications in school or pediatric settings? (Yes/No - Details):
Experience handling medical emergencies and AED monitoring? (Yes/No - Details):
Experience maintaining immunization and health records? (Yes/No - Details):
Experience with Medicaid documentation and reporting? (Yes/No - Details):
Experience with FERPA / HIPAA compliance? (Yes/No - Details):
Experience with communicable disease prevention and student wellness programs? (Yes/No - Details):
Experience using electronic documentation systems? (Yes/No - Details):
Experience working with special education students? (Yes/No - Details):
Background Check/Fingerprinting Status:
Any disciplinary actions on nursing license? (Yes/No):
Motivation / Reason for Relocation (if not local):
Motivation / Reason for interest in this position:
Contact Number:
Email ID:
LinkedIn Profile URL:
Full Address (Street, City, State, Zip Code):
Notice Period (in weeks):
Current Work Authorization Status:
Expected Hourly Rates on W2:
Are you able to relocate on your own expenses and work onsite at Aztec, New Mexico?