School Nurse jobs in Gastonia, NC
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)
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Nurse
- Community Public Charter School
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Stanley, NC
FULL_TIME
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JOB DESCRIPTION
DefinitionAn employee in this class identifies and treats health disorders among students and provides instruction in the maintenance of good health and disease prevention. The employee must evaluate the physical conditions of students and refer students to appropriate resources as needed. Decisions made by this employee require discretionary judgment and analysis.Duties and Responsibilities• Provides comprehensive school nursing services to students Pre-K through grade 12.• Develops policies, procedures, and work standards for school health programs.• Serves as a health consultant and provides leadership to schools in the area of School Health Programs with federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies.• Initiates program changes as needed.• Manages program allotment efficiently.• Prepares health reports for supervisor, board of education, and health department.• Collaborates with other child-support agencies in designing and providing a school health program.• Negotiates professional and medical services essential to the school health program.• Provides first aid care and medically prescribed services.• Maintains security of school health supplies.• Instruct students in health education according to the state curriculum (K-12).• Serves as a resource person on health issues and as a member of the School Nursing Team in the department of Health Services.• Provides staff development on health-related topics for school staff and volunteers.• Screens and conducts health appraisals for students and staff.• Provides follow-up evaluations on students as required.• Recommends corrective action where problems are identified.• Conducts home visits when appropriate.• Corresponds with parents on the health needs of children.• Records immunizations, health findings, and other relevant health data.• Completes random moment-in-time studies as required by MAC program guidelines.• Performs other related work as required.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities• Thorough knowledge of the North Carolina Nurse Practice Act.• Considerable knowledge of emergency and routine medical procedures.• Considerable knowledge of health care agencies and institutions in the area.• Considerable knowledge of current literature, trends, and developments in the field of school nursing.• General knowledge of the principles of supervision, organization, and administration.• Considerable knowledge of growth and development of children Pre-K through 12th grade, common health conditions, and illnesses of school-age children.• Skill in performing health screenings and medical examinations.• Ability to compare and/or judge the readily observable, functional, structural, or composite characteristics of data, people, or things.• Ability to read a variety of correspondence, referrals, medical records, newsletters, notes, charts, etc.• Ability to prepare correspondence, reports, forms, plans, logs, charts, etc.• Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions; to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagrammatic form.• Ability to record and deliver information, explain procedures, to follow oral and written instructions. Must be able to communicate effectively and efficiently using medical terminology.• Ability to deal with people beyond giving and receiving instructions.• Must be adaptable to performing under stress.• Ability to perform a variety of emergency medical procedures.• Ability to train others in first aid and emergency care.• Ability to assess the needs of students and develop a plan to meet those needs.• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.• Ability to maintain complete and accurate records and to develop simple reports from those records.• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships as necessitated by work assignments.Physical Requirements• Must be able to operate a variety of equipment including computers, nebulizers, adding machines, blood pressure machines, oxygen tanks, suction machines, feeding pumps, etc.• Must be able to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly.• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; talk or hear. The employee occasionally is required to sit and stoop, kneel, or crouch.• Must possess the visual acuity to prepare data, work with record processes, and do extensive reading and research.Minimum Training and Experience• Minimum of Bachelor of Science Degree in Nursing (BSN) from a regionally accredited college or university.• Hold current unencumbered license as a Registered Nurse in North Carolina.• Two years of nursing experience preferred.• BSN-prepared nurse working toward national school nurse certification with the stipulation that certification is complete within three years of hire date. Non-compliance will result in the loss of a school nurse position with Gaston County Schools.• Successful experience in School Nursing preferred, and/or equivalent combination of education and experience a plus.This Position Reports To: Head of SchoolClassification: ExemptDisclaimerThe preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees in this job.If offered a position, the prospective employee must pass a required health exam, criminal records check, and drug test. - 5 Days Ago
LPN School Nurse 1 on 1
- BAYADA Home Health Care
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Gastonia, NC
FULL_TIME
- BAYADA Home Health Care was founded on the principle that health care gets better when clients get better care at home—the place they most want to be. Delivering care is our highest priority and great...
- 18 Days Ago
LPN - School Nurse - 1 on 1
- BrightStar Care of Cabarrus N Mecklenburg and Gastonia
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Gastonia, NC
FULL_TIME
- Job description At BrightStar Care of Northern Charlotte / Huntersville, we believe that caring is more than just a job- it's a way of life. That's why our caregivers mean so much more to the people, ...
- 20 Days Ago
LPN School Nurse - 1 on 1 one
- BrightStar Care of Gastonia
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Gastonia, NC
FULL_TIME
- Job descriptionAt BrightStar Care of Northern Charlotte / Huntersville, we believe that caring is more than just a job– it’s a way of life. That’s why our caregivers mean so much more to the people, f...
- 21 Days Ago
PUBLIC HEALTH NURSE - 83% SCHOOL HEALTH
- Cleveland County
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Shelby, NC
FULL_TIME
- Performs professional work as a school health nurse promoting the maximal physical, social, emotional, and educational growth of children and adolescents who attend Cleveland County Schools, and relat...
- 11 Days Ago
SCHOOL COUNSELOR
- Community Public Charter School
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Stanley, NC
FULL_TIME
- Job Definition: School guidance counselors help students develop the academic and social skills needed to succeed, personally and professionally. Counselors in elementary and secondary schools help st...
- 13 Days Ago
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Contract - School Based Nurse (RN AND CNA)
- Phaxis - Nursing
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Charlotte, NC
- Phaxis is seeking a skilled Contract School Nurse for top school districts in NC for the 2024-2025 School Year! At Phaxi...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Contract - School Based Nursing (RN and CNA)
- Phaxis - Nursing
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Charlotte, NC
- Phaxis is seeking a skilled Contract School Nurse for top school districts in NC for the 2024-2025 School Year! At Phaxi...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
Hospice Nursing Assistant
- HOSPICE & PALLIATIVE CARE CHARLOTTE
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Lincolnton, NC
- Job Details Job Location Lincoln County - Lincolnton, NC Position Type Full Time Education Level High School Travel Perc...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
RN / LPN
- Nurses And More
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Charlotte, NC
- Now hiring LPN or RN for School Individual Care Nurse!! Nurses and More, Inc. in Charlotte, NC is seeking a caring and c...
- 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM
Student Support Personnel (Hiring Multiple Roles)
- GetSelected.com
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Charlotte, NC
- Free job-searching + PD for educators. Find a school you love! Position Description Student Support Personnel at multipl...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
RN / LPN
- Nurses and More
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Charlotte, NC
- Now hiring LPN or RN for School Individual Care Nurse!! Nurses and More, Inc. in Charlotte, NC is seeking a caring and c...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
Contract - School Based Nursing (RN and CNA)
- Phaxis
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Matthews, NC
- Phaxis is seeking a skilled Contract School Nurse for top school districts in NC for the 2024-2025 School Year! At Phaxi...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
Adult Oncology Nurse Navigator
- Hiring Now!
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Hickory, NC
- Description Introduction Do you currently have an opportunity to make a real impact with your work? With over 2,000 site...
- 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Gastonia, North Carolina
Gastonia is the largest city in and county seat of Gaston County, North Carolina, United States. It is also the second largest satellite city of the Charlotte area, behind Concord. The population was 71,741 at the 2010 Census. In 2016, the population had increased to 75,536. Gastonia is the 13th largest city in North Carolina. It is part of the Charlotte metropolitan area, officially designated the Charlotte Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA). Gastonia has experienced steady growth, with a population increase between 2000 and 2010 of nearly 8.2%, according to the U.S. Census Bureau.
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Income Estimation for School Nurse jobs
$43,127 to $68,145
Gastonia, North Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago
were up 1.5% from a year ago
What does a School Nurse do?
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A number of school nurses are already registered nurses or advanced practice registered nurses.
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Inside the school nurse’s office at Kennedy Elementary School in Hastings last Thursday afternoon, a diabetic student came in for his routine blood sugar test.
October 16, 2019
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School nurses have a similar education to most other types of nurses at a certain level.
October 14, 2019