School Nurse 2026-2027

Atlas Elementary • St. Louis, MO

3d

About The Position

The Atlas School Nurse plays a critical role in supporting the health and safety of our school community. This position provides direct care to students, manages health-related protocols, and supports the implementation of individualized health and emergency plans. The ideal candidate is warm, detail-oriented, and collaborative, and able to build trust with students and families while ensuring a safe and compliant school environment.

Requirements

• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Missouri, preferred
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or equivalent credential (e.g., EMT, LPN, or prior school health aide experience) if not a licensed RN
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification
• Strong interpersonal and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information with discretion

Nice To Haves

• Experience in a school or community-based health setting
• Knowledge of state immunization and school health regulations
• Experience working with children in a school, pediatric, or public health setting

Responsibilities

• Provide first aid, emergency care, and health assessments for students and staff.
• Administer medications and manage treatment for students with chronic conditions in compliance with physician orders and parent/guardian permission.
• Monitor and manage communicable diseases, allergies, asthma, diabetes, and other health conditions within the school.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date health records for all students.
• Ensure compliance with local and state health regulations, including immunizations, physicals, and screenings.
• Complete required health documentation, incident reports, and annual reports for school and state agencies.
• Maintain secure and confidential health records in accordance with HIPAA and FERPA.
• Maintain accurate health and attendance records for students, including documenting illness-related absences in the Student Information System (SIS) when families call to report a sick child.
• Communicate with families to gather relevant health information when students are absent due to illness.
• Assist with attendance follow-up by making phone calls to families regarding student absences and ensuring accurate documentation in school systems.
• Provide health education and guidance to students, staff, and families on topics such as hygiene, nutrition, chronic illness, and disease prevention.
• Collaborate with school staff to promote wellness initiatives and a healthy school environment.
• Create and update Individualized Health Plans (IHPs) and Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) for students with medical needs.
• Train staff on medical protocols, including the use of EpiPens, inhalers, AEDs, and basic first aid.
• Lead or assist in developing school-wide safety and emergency response plans related to student health.
• Serve as a key point of contact for families regarding student health needs and wellness resources.
• Communicate clearly and compassionately with families about health concerns, medication needs, or medical incidents.

Benefits

• A supportive, mission-aligned team that believes in the whole child and whole educator
• Competitive salary and benefits
• Daily opportunities to make a meaningful impact in the lives of children and families
• Frequent breaks throughout the school year

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed