School Health Nurse
Provide comprehensive pediatric and adolescent nursing care within a school-based health clinic.
Best for:Registered nurses with experience in pediatric, adolescent, or community health settings.
Overview
The Indian Health Service is seeking a dedicated School Health Nurse to provide year-round healthcare and public health education at school-based clinics in the Chinle Service Unit. The incumbent will manage a comprehensive health program, delivering acute and preventive care while coordinating services for pediatric and adolescent students. Responsibilities include collaborating with families, school staff, and community partners to ensure culturally competent care and improved health outcomes. This role requires a commitment to student-centered advocacy and the ability to evaluate and enhance school health programs through data-driven improvements.
What you'll do
- Deliver comprehensive nursing care including triage, preventive services, acute care, and chronic condition management for students.
- Develop and implement individualized care plans and medication administration protocols.
- Coordinate continuity of care by collaborating with families, school personnel, and external healthcare providers.
- Conduct community outreach activities such as health fairs, screenings, sports physicals, and immunization clinics.
- Design and deliver public health education programs for students, parents, and school staff on wellness and disease prevention.
- Analyze student health outcomes and program data to identify trends and implement quality improvement initiatives.
- Ensure regulatory compliance and maintain school safety standards within the health clinic.
Requirements
Degree required: Graduate, bachelor's, associate degree, or diploma from an accredited professional nursing program.
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Current, active, full, and unrestricted professional nursing license.
- Successful completion of the National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX).
- Minimum of one year of specialized nursing experience in a school, pediatric, or community health setting.
- Ability to perform triage, health assessments, and develop individualized care plans.
- Proficiency in coordinating care and case management with diverse stakeholders.
- U.S. Citizenship required.
- Must pass a federal background investigation.
- Must demonstrate financial suitability and good standing with creditors.
- Must possess a valid state driver's license.
- Selective Service registration required for males born after 12/31/1959.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Applicants must submit a resume demonstrating relevant experience and education. Candidates are required to provide short essay responses to four specific questions and submit transcripts or course lists. Applications are processed through the official federal portal.
- CV
- Transcripts
- Nursing License
- Essay responses
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