School Nurse

Job Description

Job Description

The Big Walnut Local School District is currently seeking qualified candidates for a School Nurse position beginning the 26/27 school year. Schedule and hours to be determined, contract for a full school year is for 192 days and is hired through the ESC of Central Ohio. School Nursing is a specialized practice of professional nursing that advances the well-being, academic success, and health of students.

We encourage all interested applicants to submit completed materials by April 6, 2026.

JOB GOALS:
The School Nurse will develop and implement school health policies and procedures to reduce health-related barriers to learning. Responsibilities include establishing and maintaining uniform health records and forms, coordinating the administration of medications and treatments, presenting in-service trainings, and supporting the special needs classroom staff.

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • Current State of Ohio Registered Nurse license
  • Must obtain Ohio State Board of Education pupil services license for school nurse upon hire
  • Current BCI/FBI background check
  • Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification
  • Bachelors of Nursing preferred but not required
  • Minimum of 5 years experience as a registered nurse

REPORTS TO:
District Nurse, Building Principal and Director of Student Services

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
  • Ability to work independently and with others
  • Ability to communicate well with staff and community members
  • Ability to assess situations quickly and respond appropriately
  • Ability to multitask

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Treat students when present, and respond to emergencies during school hours/school sponsored events
  • Obtain and administer care plan for students with ongoing conditions
  • Provide timely parent communication related to medical forms and student health related concerns
  • Administer scheduled and emergency medications
  • Consult with teachers and school administrators regarding student care and medical needs
  • Prepare care plans, scheduled and emergency medications for students for school sponsored events off school premises
  • Conduct screenings as required by The State of Ohio such as vision and hearing

For questions regarding this position, please contact Ross Linscott, Director of Student Services ([email protected]).