School Nurse

Willow Academy is seeking a part-time School Nurse to provide comprehensive health care and emergency support to K-12 students in a year-round school setting. You will ensure student safety, well-being, and health needs are met while helping create a nurturing environment where students can thrive physically, emotionally, and developmentally.

Clinical Setting

This position is based at Willow Academy, a small, family-owned organization serving students with complex learning and behavioral needs. You will work within a collaborative team environment supported by comprehensive administrative, educational, clinical, and behavioral teams.

Responsibilities

• Conduct routine health assessments and screenings including vital signs, scoliosis, vision, hearing, height and weight, and other physical examinations to monitor children's health status and provide appropriate referrals
• Administer medications, injections, and first aid in accordance with medical protocols and school policies
• Respond promptly to medical emergencies using CPR, AED operation, and emergency response procedures
• Maintain accurate medical records, including immunizations, allergies, accident reports, and treatment plans within electronic health record (EHR) systems
• Communicate effectively and provide ongoing updates to parents regarding health concerns, medication schedules, and injury reports
• Ensure compliance with health regulations and nursing policies while maintaining patient confidentiality under FERPA/HIPAA guidelines
• Collaborate with teachers and staff to develop individualized health plans for children with special needs or chronic conditions
• Work to remove, modify, or reduce health-related barriers to learning

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree of Science in Nursing
• Active Colorado Department of Education (CDE) Special Service Provider License - School Nurse
• Current license as a registered nurse with the State of Colorado
• BLS CPR Certification
• Ability to accurately record, transfer, and present information in an organized manner
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Strong attention to detail
• Ability to work collaboratively with others on a team
• Ability to remain calm in an emergency situation
• Knowledge of District, county, and state health regulations
• Ability to meet District standards for physical and mental health
• Demonstrates respect for children, teenagers, and adults with different systems and beliefs
• Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in the community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high-quality education
• Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with Willow Academy
• Ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position

Preferred Qualifications

• 2 or more years of school nursing experience
• National School Nurse Certification
• Bilingual in Spanish

Schedule

• Part-time, 20-25 hours per week
• Monday through Friday
• Between 8:00 AM and 4:30 PM

Compensation and Benefits

• Pay: $30-$45 per hour
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match

Additional Requirements

• Background and OIG check required
• Must be a U.S. authorized employer; work visa sponsorship is not available at this time
• Position is on-site at 3128 E Maplewood Ave, Littleton, CO 80121