Make a real impact in an educational environment while advancing your nursing career! We are seeking compassionate and organized Registered Nurses to provide essential healthcare support in vibrant school settings near New Orleans, LA. This contract opportunity for the 2026/2027 academic year offers two positions serving students from PreK to 8th grade.
As a school nurse, youll create a healthy, supportive environment for both students and staff. The first position focuses on PreK through 4th grade and includes a vital health room assignment with the responsibility of attending to a student with a tracheostomy who may require suctioning. The second position serves 5th through 8th graders in a dedicated health office role. Shift hours for these positions are 8:00am 3:40pm for PreK-4th, and 8:00am 3:30pm for 5th-8th grade.
Desired Qualifications:
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Louisiana
- Experience in a school or pediatric healthcare setting strongly preferred
- Comfortable with trach care and suctioning (for PreK-4th grade position)
- Strong assessment, communication, and documentation skills
- Adaptability to manage routine health room duties, emergencies, and medication administration
- Empathetic, patient-centered attitude with a collaborative spirit
Responsibilities:
- Provide daily nursing care and coordinate student health services
- Respond to illness and injuries, manage acute and chronic conditions
- Administer prescribed medications and interventions
- Maintain thorough health records according to school protocols
- Partner with teachers, parents, and school administration to promote wellbeing
- Offer health education and support preventive care initiatives
Youll become an integral part of the school community, positively affecting students lives and contributing to a safe, welcoming atmosphere. If you are ready to embark on a fulfilling assignment and make a difference this school year, apply today and let your clinical expertise shine in a dynamic educational setting!
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