School Nurse administers nursing care under the guidelines of a school system. Participates in the implementation and evaluation of student care. Being a School Nurse ensures the health, comfort and safety of students. Requires state nursing licensure and educational credential. Additionally, School Nurse typically requires an associate's degree in nursing. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The School Nurse work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a School Nurse typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Mesa Public Schools is an award-winning district and voted Best Place to Work in Mesa. With over 9,000 employees, we are the largest school district in Arizona. Families have sent generations of students through our schools, as we are the premier educational choice in Arizona.
Base Salary:
$54,035.00
Performance Pay:
Available annually
New hire experience:
$500 for each full-time year of certified teaching
or verified like experience
New hire education:
$65/hour of graduate level credits: BA 45 hours max,
MA 60 hours max $1000 for advanced degrees
Class/Calendar:
Certified Exempt, 187 workdays
Benefits:
Vacation, sick leave, holidays, matched retirement,
health, and life insurance
Candidates must complete an on-line application which requires appropriate Arizona certification, valid IVP Arizona fingerprint clearance card, evidence of highly qualified status, three letters of recommendation, and transcript of credits.
OVERVIEW:
The primary purpose of the professional school nurse is to intensify the educational process through enhancement of the health status of children and youth. The school nurse carries out functions requiring nursing judgment, uses initiative based on nursing experience and has the education and the ability to maintain interdependent relationships with colleagues in health, education, and related professional fields.
QUALIFICATIONS:
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY ORGANIZATION: The district does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, national origin, religion, sex or gender, sexual orientation, disability, age or marital status.