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Job Overview The District Head Nurse is responsible for the planning, coordination, and oversight of school health services at Garden Plain High School and across Renwick USD 267. This position will provide leadership and support for all school nurses and health paraprofessionals throughout the district, ensuring compliance with state and federal health regulations, promoting student wellness, and fostering safe and healthy school environments.
Qualifications:
Current Kansas Registered Nurse (RN) license required
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred
Minimum of 3 years of school nursing or pediatric/public health nursing experience
Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills
Ability to communicate effectively with students, staff, families, and community health partners
Knowledge of Kansas school health regulations and practices
Current CPR and First Aid Certification (instructor certification preferred) and ACLS.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:District-Level Responsibilities:
Serve as the lead health professional for all school nurses within the district
Provide mentorship, guidance, and supervision to building-level nurses and health aides
Develop and maintain standardized health protocols, procedures, and documentation practices
Coordinate professional development and in-service training for school nursing staff
Ensure district compliance with KDHE, KSDE, and federal mandates, including immunizations, screenings, and communicable disease control
Participate in district-level planning teams including wellness, crisis response, and safety committees
Assist with hiring, onboarding, and evaluation of nursing staff across the district
Act as liaison between the district and local/state public health agencies
Review and manage districtwide data reporting related to student health services
Monitor all Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) throughout the district to ensure they are charged, functional, and compliant, and coordinate timely replacement as needed
Coordinate and schedule CPR and First Aid certification courses for district staff, including monitoring certification status and renewal schedules
Plan and lead Skyward Health Module training sessions for district nurses and health staff to ensure accurate and consistent health data documentation
Building-Level Responsibilities at Garden Plain High School:
Deliver direct health services and emergency care to students and staff
Manage student health records, immunizations, medication administration, and chronic care plans
Provide health counseling, support, and referral services
Collaborate with administrators, teachers, counselors, and parents to support student success
Lead the school’s wellness initiatives and coordinate health-related programming
Conduct health screenings and follow-up interventions as required
Serve on building-level student support teams and attend IEP/504 meetings as needed
Other Duties:
Maintain confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA, FERPA, and district policy
Maintain accurate documentation and prepare health reports as needed
Stay current on best practices in school health through continuing education and professional organizations
Filling in as needed at other buildings if an absence goes unfilled
Perform other duties as assigned by the Superintendent or Building Principal
Terms of Employment:
195-day contract
Salary is commensurate with experience and includes employer contribution to health benefits
Evaluated annually by the Superintendent and/or designee
Work Schedule Monday-Friday 7:45-4:00. Additional evenings possible during enrollment and parent teacher conferences
Work Environment:
This position requires some travel between district schools
Requires the ability to respond to medical emergencies and perform nursing procedures
Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs occasionally and assist students with mobility needs when necessary.
This role requires a committed individual who is passionate about education and dedicated to fostering an inclusive learning environment for all students.
Please apply at https://www.applitrack.com/usd267/onlineapp/