School Nurse

The school nurse protects and promotes student health, facilitates optimal development, and supports academic success.  School nurses are grounded in ethical and evidence-based practice and are the leaders who bridge health care and education, provide care coordination, advocate for quality student-centered care, and collaborate to a design system that allows individuals and communities to develop their full potential.   

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • Completion of a Registered Nursing Program, required.
  • Hold a valid nursing license with Nebraska’s Department of Health & Human Services or the Nurse Licensure Compact, required.
  • Certification in Basic Life Support (CPR & AED) or ability to obtain within 90 days of hire, required
  • Minimum of Bachelor’s degree, required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
  • Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Special Services School Nurse Certificate through the Nebraska Department of Education, required.
  • Ability to develop positive relationships to promote mutual dignity and respect among students and staff.
  • Ability and patience to work interactively with students.
  • Excellent attendance record.
  • Evidence of the willingness and ability to comply with standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education.
  • This individual will exhibit skills pertinent to foster positive human relationships and the ability to work effectively with students, staff, parents and the community.
  • Skill in organization, time management, communication, and positive interpersonal skills.
  • Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance.
  • Excellent skills in verbal and written communication.
  • Ability to effectively use Microsoft Outlook and the student information system.
  • Displays a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality.
  • Knowledge of OPS’s mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them.
Zone 6

Additional Information

Elementary and secondary positions are available.

Contact Information

Nebraska - Omaha Public Schools
3215 Cuming Street
Omaha, NE 68131
https://district.ops.org/

Erin Perry
(p) (153) 129-9977 6

How to Apply

For a complete job description and application information, go to: https://omaha.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=8342