School Nurse

Position Summary

The School Nurse serves as the primary health professional for Advent School, a ministry of Advent Church. The Nurse provides direct care to students, administers properly authorized medications, maintains student health records, ensures the school’s health-related regulatory compliance, and partners with families, faculty, and administration to create a safe and healthy learning environment. This is a blended role: school nurse duties comprise approximately 50% of the workday, and the remaining approximately 50% is spent supporting the broader school community through front office, carline, lunch, and classroom coverage duties.

Nursing responsibilities always take priority. When a student health need arises, it comes first. The School Nurse ministers to children with compassion, professionalism, and Christ-like care, treating every student as one made in the image of God.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

School Nurse Duties (Approximately 50% of the Day)Student Health Services

• Operate the school health office/clinic during assigned hours

• Assess and treat student illness and injury within the scope of Florida nursing licensure; determine when students should return to class, be sent home, or receive emergency care

• Respond to medical emergencies on campus and initiate emergency protocols, including calling EMS and notifying parents and administration

• Support students with chronic health conditions (asthma, diabetes, severe allergies, seizure disorders) through Individual Health Care Plans and Emergency Action Plans developed with parents and treating physicians

Medication Administration

• Administer medication only when the school has on file both (a) written parent/guardian authorization and (b) written authorization from the prescribing physician or licensed health care provider, in accordance with Florida Statute § 1006.062 and school policy

• Accept medication only in its original, pharmacy-labeled container (or original manufacturer packaging for over-the-counter medication), matched to the written orders on file

• Document every dose administered on the student’s Medication Administration Record (MAR), including date, time, medication, dosage, route, and the nurse’s signature; document and report missed or refused doses

• Store all medication in a secure, locked location (with appropriate refrigeration where required) and maintain controlled-substance counts and logs

• Verify authorizations at the start of each school year and whenever orders change; return or dispose of expired and discontinued medication per policy

• Train and oversee designated non-medical staff authorized to assist with medication (e.g., field trips) consistent with § 1006.062 and school procedures

Health Records and Compliance

• Maintain accurate, confidential student health records, including Florida Certification of Immunization (Form DH 680) and School-Entry Health Exam (Form DH 3040) documentation

• Monitor immunization compliance and notify administration and families of deficiencies

• Prepare and submit all Health Department vaccination/immunization compliance reports accurately and on time , ensuring the school remains in full compliance with state and county reporting requirements

• Stay current with all laws, regulations, and Health Department requirements applicable to the school nurse role, including the Florida Nurse Practice Act and Florida Department of Health school health guidelines, and advise administration of changes affecting school policy or practice

• Maintain confidentiality of all student health information in accordance with applicable law and school policy

• Fulfill mandatory reporting obligations for suspected abuse, abandonment, or neglect under Florida Statute § 39.201

Health Screenings and Staff Training

• Plan, schedule, and set up vision screenings and scoliosis screenings for applicable grade levels; document results and refer families for follow-up care

• Organize and coordinate CPR/AED trainings for staff, tracking staff certification status

• Organize and conduct EpiPen (epinephrine auto-injector) trainings for staff, including anaphylaxis recognition and response

School Community

• Communicate promptly and professionally with parents regarding illness, injury, and medication matters

• Advise administration on health-related policies, illness exclusion decisions, and communicable disease response

• Support faculty with basic health awareness (e.g., seizure response, first aid awareness)

• Maintain and restock first aid supplies, AEDs, and emergency medical equipment

School Support Duties (Approximately 50% of the Day)

When nursing duties do not require the Nurse’s attention in the moment, the School Nurse supports the daily operations of the school. Student health needs always take precedence, and the Nurse remains reachable and available to respond to the clinic at all times.

• Assist with front office duties, including greeting visitors, answering phones, and general administrative support

• Assist with carline duties during arrival and dismissal

• Assist with lunch duties, including student supervision

• Cover classrooms as needed to support teachers and administration

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Principal

QualificationsRequired

• Active, unencumbered Florida license as a Registered Nurse (RN); Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with appropriate RN oversight may be considered for part-time coverage

• Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification (pediatric certification preferred)

• Knowledge of safe medication administration practices, including the “rights” of medication administration, documentation standards, and parent/physician authorization requirements under Florida Statute § 1006.062

• Successful completion of Level 2 background screening as required by Florida Statute § 1002.421

• Commitment to staying current with all laws, regulations, and continuing education requirements applicable to school nursing

• Strong documentation habits, attention to detail, and sound independent judgment

• Flexibility and a servant’s heart: willingness to assist across school operations (front office, carline, lunch, and classroom coverage) as part of the daily role

• Professing Christian in agreement with Advent Church’s statement of faith, modeling Christ-like character to students, families, and staff

Preferred

• Experience working with children in a school, pediatric, camp, or childcare setting

• Prior school nursing experience or familiarity with school health office operations

• Experience developing Individual Health Care Plans and training non-medical staff

• Familiarity with Florida school health requirements, including immunization documentation (DH 680/3040)

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift and assist children as needed (up to 40 pounds)

• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies anywhere on campus

• Ability to stand, walk, kneel, and bend throughout the workday

Statement of Faith and Conduct

As a ministry of Advent Church, Advent School expects all employees to affirm the church’s statement of faith and to conduct themselves in a manner consistent with biblical principles in and out of the workplace.

Advent School reserves the right to revise this job description at any time. This document does not constitute a contract of employment.

Pay: $25.00 - $30.00 per hour Work Location: In person