• Part- Time School Nurse

    Posted: 06/30/2025

    Location: Triton Central Schools
    Start Date: July 29, 2025
    Compensation:
    This is part time position during the academic school year (29 hours per week). Salary is commensurate with experience and follows the Northwestern Consolidated School District pay scale.

    Position Description:
    The Part-Time School Nurse provides essential health services to support the well-being and academic success of students.

    Working within a specific school or shared across buildings, the nurse delivers direct care, manages student health concerns, administers medications and collaborates with staff and families to maintain a safe, healthy school environment. This position ensures compliance with health regulations while promoting wellness and early intervention.

    Qualifications:

    Education:

    Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Indiana (or applicable state).

    Current CPR/AED/FIRST AID certification.

    School Nurse certification preferred but not required.

    Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years nursing experience; school nursing or pediatric experience.

    Skills & Abilities:

    Excellent clinical judgement and problem-solving abilities.

    Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

    Ability to work independently and prioritize responsibilities within a limited schedule.

    Professional, calm and compassionate demeanor

    Willing to be trained in multiple responsibilities listed below.

    Responsibilities:

    Direct Student Care:

    Assist the Corporation Nurse with health services at the assigned building and follow directives.

    Provide first aid and skilled nursing care to students experiencing illness, injury, or medical episodes during the

    school day.

    Assess, identify, monitor and refer health needs of students.

    Implement and maintain individualized healthcare plans (IHPs) with proper training for students.

    Provide care/assistance to students outlined in their Individualized Health Care Plan. (i.e.,G-tube

    feedings/medication administration, blood sugar monitoring and injections, suctioning, administer emergency

    medications and treatment {Narcan/EpiPen/Stop the Bleed})

    Administer prescription and over-the-counter medications per physician orders and parent consent.

    Health Records & Compliance:

    Maintain up-to-date and confidential student health records in compliance with HIPAA/FERPA.

    Monitor immunization status and follow up with families regarding compliance with state vaccination

    requirements.

    Prepare and submit required health reports as directed.

    Collaboration & Communication:

    Serve as a liaison between the school, families and healthcare providers.

    Communicate clearly and compassionately with parents about student health concerns. 
    Application Process:
    Interested candidates should contact Mrs. Lindsey Hodges and submit the following:

    1. Application.

    2. Letter of interest

    3. Resume

    4. Contact information for three professional references

    5. Copy of Indiana nursing license

    Mrs. Lindsey Hodges, Corporation Nurse
    Triton Central Elementary
    4976 W. 600 North
    Fairland, IN 46126
    lhodges@tritoncentral.org
    Phone: 317-835-7461

    Northwestern Consolidated School District does not discriminate on the basis of Protected Classes, race, color, national origin, sex (including sexual orientation and transgender identity), disability, age, marital status, genetic information, or any other legally protected category in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.