Registered Nurse (School Health Nurse 71%)
RN · General
Posted Jun 18
- Unit
- General
- Starts
- Jul 27, 2026
What the listing says
Role
- Term
- starts Jul 27, 2026 · Permanent
- Setting
- School
- Accepts
- RN
- Experience
- 1+ years
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Pay
- Against the board
- $23/hr below the median
The median for General in Tennessee is $50/hr, across 18 postings.
About this role
Position Description
The School Health Program of the Metro Public Health Department is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic individual to work in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment.
Pursuing Excellence, Inspiring Innovation, Promoting Teamwork, and Embracing Service.
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In support of our mission to "“Protect, Improve and Sustain the health and well-being of all people in Nashville and Davidson County.” The Metro Public Health Department is hiring registered nurses for the School Health Program.
You'll also enjoy regular hours, Metro benefits, a comprehensive vacation and holiday package, and the legacy of empowering generations to come.
This employment will begin July 27, 2026 for the FY2026-2027 Metro Schools Schedule
Salary is based on proof of Highest Education per below
- Associate $53,5771.00
- Bachelor $56,998.00
- Master $58,611.00 If you have any questions please contact MPHD HR at (615)-340-5640
Typical Duties
- Provides nursing services in Metro Nashville/Davidson County Schools.
- Evaluates the health needs of students attending assigned schools.
- Provides or arranges for selected screenings and assessments.
- Provides care coordination/case management.
- Provides generalized health services.
- Implements medication distribution system.
- Maintains student health records.
- Performs related duties.
Minimum Qualifications
- Must be Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Tennessee. Applicants holding a Registered Nurse license from a state that participates in the “Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact” may be hired, but must obtain their Tennessee license within thirty (30) days of hire.
- Diploma or Associate’s Degree in nursing. Candidates with Diploma or Associate’s Degree in nursing must establish a documented ability to competently perform all functions of this classification to be considered. Bachelor’s degree from a state-approved school of nursing preferred.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification.
- All public health nurses are required to complete a department approved Certificate in Public Health as a condition of continued employment. Possess required competencies upon hiring.
- Valid class “D” driver’s license, use of personal vehicle, and maintenance of valid personal vehicle insurance as required by Tennessee Law.
Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply, however at the present time MPHD is not sponsoring individuals through any of the US Governments employment-based immigration programs.
MPHD seeks to be a socially and culturally responsive organization that acknowledges and addresses historical and current inequities in our public health promotion and practice. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to work with multicultural communities.
Preferred Experience, Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
6 months experience as a Registered Nurse
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Requirements
- Must be Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Tennessee. Applicants holding a Registered Nurse license from a state that participates in the “Enhanced Nurse Licensure Compact” may be hired, but must obtain their Tennessee license within thirty (30) days of hire.
- Diploma or Associate’s Degree in nursing. Candidates with Diploma or Associate’s Degree in nursing must establish a documented ability to competently perform all functions of this classification to be considered. Bachelor’s degree from a state-approved school of nursing preferred.
- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification.
- All public health nurses are required to complete a department approved Certificate in Public Health as a condition of continued employment. Possess required competencies upon hiring.
- Valid class “D” driver’s license, use of personal vehicle, and maintenance of valid personal vehicle insurance as required by Tennessee Law.
Place
- City
- Nashville, TN
- Metro price level
- 4% below the national average
- Address
- 1417 Murfreesboro Pike, Nashville, TN 37217, USA
Nashville area index 96.3, where 100 is the national average.
Nashville blends Southern charm with a booming healthcare industry, making it a magnet for traveling nurses. Live music spills from honky-tonks on Broadway, while Cumberland River greenways offer outdoor escapes. Beyond bachelorette-party stereotypes, neighborhoods like East Nashville serve up eclectic dining and community grit. It's a city where career growth and culture genuinely intersect.
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The Metropolitan Government of Nashville and Davidson County is a large municipal government employer with over 10,000 employees spanning multiple departments. Within its structure, the Metro Public Health Department operates a School Health Program that employs registered nurses to serve…
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