School Nurse

Lee County Public Schools Lee County Public Schools - Fort Myers, Florida Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Florida Department of Education

Job ID:5447510

Application Deadline:Posted until filled

Posted:Nov 20, 2025 5:21 PM (UTC)

Starting Date:To Be Determined

MINIMUMQUALIFICATIONS:PREFERREDQUALIFICATIONS:ESSENTIALJOBFUNCTIONS:

MINIMUM

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution in Nursing, Public Health or closely related field.
• One year of full-time, professional experience as a School Nurse or other related nursing field.
• Valid Florida license to practice as a registered nurse (RN).
• Valid Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED certificate issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Valid Florida Driver’s License.

PREFERRED

QUALIFICATIONS:

• National Certification in School Nursing (NCSN) or other relevant certifications.
• Two years of full-time, professional experience as a School Nurse.
• Experience in health education and training for diverse populations.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, statutes, regulations, codes, and standards related to the area of responsibility.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with a diverse group of faculty, administration, students, and the community.
• Ability to think critically and make clear, well-reasoned and timely decisions.
• Ability to take initiative to plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situation when numerous and diverse demands are involved.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and environments.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies.
• Ability to administer First Aid/CPR/AED as needed for illness, injury, or life-threatening emergencies per certification training guideline.

Revised: 09/24/2024

ESSENTIAL

JOB

FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct health assessments through screenings, interviews, and record reviews to address student needs.
• Develop and manage health plans for students with acute or chronic health conditions.
• Train, supervise, and evaluate school personnel handling health procedures and treatments.
• Act as a liaison between home and school to support student health and attendance.
• Maintain, evaluate, and interpret student health records to accommodate individual needs.
• Implement and participate in District health policies, emergency procedures, and disaster planning.
• Make decisions on medical referrals and emergency services when necessary.
• Collaborate with staff and serve on the Child Study Team to provide health services for students.
• Provide health education for students, parents, and staff through counseling, presentations, and workshops.
• Ensure a safe and healthy school environment and promote health careers as a resource person.
• Administer First Aid/CPR/AED and perform Medicaid administrative claims activities as needed.
• Participate in research to improve School Health Services and uphold ethical standards of nursing and education.
• Any job-related duties as assigned.

Revised: 09/24/2024

Position Type:Full-time

Job Categories:

Student Services > School Nurse

• Human Resources
• 2855 Colonial Blvd
• Fort Myers, Florida 33966
• Phone: 239-337-8197
• Email:

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