School Nurse - Alabama State Department of Education : Job Details

A school nurse provides health care to students and staff and promotes a healthy school environment. They also help students succeed academically by identifying and removing health barriers to learning.

• Provide healthcare: Provide basic care for injuries and illnesses and develop care plans for students with chronic conditions.
• Conduct screenings: Perform regular health screenings to detect health problems early.
• Educate: Teach students, parents, and staff about healthy habits like hygiene and nutrition.
• Promote health: Advocate for the physical, mental, emotional, and social health of students.
• Ensure safety: Make sure the school is safe for students and staff by preventing the spread of communicable diseases.
• Ensure compliance: Follow local and national health laws.
• Update records: Keep track of students' vaccination records and medical histories.
• Administer medication: Administer medication to students with health conditions and maintain accurate documentation.

• RN or LPN with current credentials.
• Clinical knowledge and judgment.
• Strong commitment to the health and safety of students.
• Excellent communication, organization, and multi-tasking skills.

Salary is based on experience in school nursing per the salary matrix.