The School District of Cape Girardeau is seeking a School Nurse for the 2023-24 academic year. Locations: Early Childhood and Central Academy.

 

Brief Description of Position:

 

The school nurse is responsible for assessing the health needs of students; developing emergency care plans and individual health plans, incorporating input from parents and/or physician; complying with the laws relating to student health, including parental and guardian consent; providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students; providing health information and serving as a resource to parents, teachers, staff, and administrators; and identifying health problems for referral for proper treatment.

 

Required Qualifications:

• Licensed Registered Nurse 
• Current certification in CPR
• Ability to comply with the code of ethics of the nursing profession and to uphold and implement school rules, state laws, administrative regulations, and board policies
• Ability to provide leadership in the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive school health program
• Ability to communicate effectively with all constituents in a school environment.

• Nursing experience with adolescents and related issues
• AED certification 

For more information and to apply for this position, visit www.capetigers.com (Career).

 

Application Deadline:  Open until filled