School Nurse

Reports To: Building Principal and/or Designated District Administrator

Position Summary: The Farmington R-VII School District is seeking a compassionate, dependable, and qualified School Nurse to support the health, safety, and well-being of students throughout the school day. The School Nurse provides nursing care, responds to medical emergencies, administers medications, maintains student health records, and collaborates with families, healthcare providers, and school personnel to meet student health needs.

The successful candidate will demonstrate sound clinical judgment, strong communication and organizational skills, and a commitment to maintaining a safe, healthy, and supportive learning environment for all students.

Education, Licensure and Experience:

• Current, valid Missouri Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license in good standing.
• Previous nursing experience preferred.
• School nursing, pediatric nursing, community health, or related experience preferred.
• Current CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Must maintain all required professional licenses and certifications throughout employment.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide nursing assessments, first aid, and appropriate care for students who become ill or injured during the school day.
• Respond to medical emergencies and coordinate emergency medical services when necessary.
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with healthcare provider orders, parent or guardian authorization, applicable laws, and District policies.
• Develop and maintain individual healthcare plans and emergency action plans for students with significant medical needs.
• Monitor and support students with chronic health conditions, including asthma, diabetes, seizure disorders, and severe allergies.
• Conduct or coordinate student health screenings, including vision and hearing screenings, as assigned.
• Maintain and monitor student immunization records, health histories, medication authorizations, and other required health documentation.
• Communicate with parents and guardians regarding student illnesses, injuries, health concerns, and follow-up care.
• Promote infection prevention and communicable disease control in accordance with District procedures and public health guidance.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, counselors, special education personnel, and healthcare providers to address student health needs.
• Support students receiving special education services, Section 504 accommodations, and other health-related educational supports.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential health records and medication administration documentation.
• Maintain health office supplies, equipment, and an organized, safe working environment.
• Assist with school health emergency preparedness and provide health-related guidance to staff as appropriate.
• Comply with applicable Missouri laws, nursing standards, District policies, and student privacy requirements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Knowledge of nursing principles, first aid, medication administration, infection control, and student health management.
• Ability to recognize medical emergencies and respond appropriately.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and recordkeeping skills.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound clinical judgment.
• Ability to work effectively with students, parents, guardians, school personnel, and healthcare providers.
• Ability to remain calm and professional in stressful situations and prioritize student health and safety.

The Farmington R-VII School District reserves the right to modify job responsibilities and requirements as necessary to meet the needs of the District.

This Position is for the 2026-2027 school year.

This posting will remain open for a minimum of five days, however, after the five days, the District reserves the right to close the posting for this position when a suitable applicant has been identified.