Part-Time School Nurse

Abraham Joshua Heschel Day School, a TK–8th grade Jewish community day school, is seeking a part-time Registered Nurse to manage student health services. You will work in a warm, hands-on school environment providing direct care to students, administering medications and first aid, maintaining health records, and partnering with staff and families to support student wellbeing.

Clinical Setting

This is a part-time school nursing position at a Jewish community day school serving students in transitional kindergarten through 8th grade. You will work independently and collaboratively with teachers, administration, and a part-time nursing colleague.

Responsibilities

• Administer first aid and medications including insulin, inhalers, nasal spray, and oral or injected medications per RN licensure and school policy
• Exercise sound, independent nursing assessment and clinical judgment when evaluating student symptoms, injuries, and emergencies, and determine appropriate next steps
• Maintain accurate, timely electronic health records using August Schools EMR
• Communicate proactively and professionally with parents and staff regarding student health, both in writing and by phone
• Understand and consistently apply current state and local rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
• Serve as the leader on the school's emergency and first aid response team
• Process and track annual student health forms, immunizations, and screenings; follow up with families as needed to ensure compliance before the school year starts
• Maintain staff TB records and coordinate annual CPR and first aid training
• Collaborate with the part-time nurse, teachers, and administration on wellness initiatives and student-specific health needs
• Order and manage health office and emergency supplies; maintain the health office in an organized and presentable condition
• Maintain confidentiality of all health information

Schedule

• Part-time, 2–3 days per week
• School holidays off
• Paid sick time included

Compensation

• $40–$45 per hour, commensurate with experience
• Paid only for hours worked

Required Qualifications

• Valid California RN license
• Associate's degree in Nursing (Bachelor's degree preferred)
• Current AHA First Aid/CPR/AED certification
• Minimum 2 years' experience in a relevant medical field
• Proficiency with Google Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides), Zoom, and willingness to learn August Schools EMR
• Excellent organizational skills, sound judgment, and discretion to handle sensitive situations with care
• Ability to prioritize and balance various duties
• Strong communication skills, both verbal and written, for regular correspondence and conversation with parents
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a diverse school community

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience working with children, ideally in a school or pediatric setting