State School Nurse Consultant (Public Health Nurse Specialist - PN 20013718)

What You'll Do

Join a mission-driven team dedicated to improving the health and well‑being of Ohio’s school‑aged children. As a Public Health Nurse Specialist, you will serve as a statewide expert and consultant, partnering with school districts, local health departments, and state agencies to elevate the quality of school health services across Ohio. This role offers the opportunity to influence policy, support frontline nurses, and shape statewide initiatives that promote safe, healthy learning environments.

Key Responsibilities

Provide expert consultation, guidance and evaluation for school health nursing programs statewide.
Support local health departments and school districts with technical assistance on school nursing practices, regulatory compliance, health screenings, immunization requirements, and care planning for students with special needs.
Analyze and interpret school health data to advance quality improvement, inform policy decisions and support evidence-based programming.
Serve as the primary agency liaison on school nursing matters with regional, state and national partners including education, Medicaid, social services and nursing organizations.
Deliver professional development through statewide training, continuing education, and collaboration with universities and nursing education programs.
Participate in committees and workgroups to shape policies, standards, and legislation that support school health services and student wellness.
Develop, maintain and promote a statewide uniform reporting system for school health nursing data and contribute to research and demonstration projects.
Prepare technical reports, grant proposals, and program documentation supporting statewide maternal and child health initiatives.

TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT REQUIRED TO REMAIN IN THE CLASSIFICATION AFTER EMPLOYMENT: Biennial renewal of license to practice as registered nurse in Ohio.

UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Exposure to periods of intense stress & travel required

Position Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

Current & valid license to practice professional nursing as Registered Nurse (i.e., R.N.) in Ohio as issued by Board of Nursing pursuant to Section 4723.03 of Revised Code
6 mos. trg. or 6 mos. exp. in nursing
Must be able to provide own transportation.

OR Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above may be substituted for the education & experience required, but not for the mandated licensure.

Position Specific Minimum Qualifications: In addition to the minimum qualification above, applicants must meet the following requirements:

Pupil Services Licensure in Ohio as a School Nurse issued by the State Board of Education of Ohio
12 mos. exp providing school nursing services to the school aged population

Applications of those who meet all minimum qualifications will be further evaluated against the following criteria:

Bachelor's or advanced degree in nursing
Experience working on a committee or facilitating groups.
Experience in writing and implementing grants or funding opportunities.
Experience providing consultation and technical assistance to nurses and health professionals.
Experience planning, implementing, and evaluating school health programs.
Experience developing health policies and guidelines and/or implementing changes in health policies and guidelines.
Experience in developing and presenting nursing trainings.
Experience with computer software (e.g. Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)
Experience in collecting, utilizing, and analyzing health related data.

All eligible applications shall be reviewed considering the following criteria: qualifications, experience, education, active disciplinary record, and work record.

Job Skills: Nursing

Technical Skills: Nursing, Educational Support, Compliance Enforcement, Grant Writing, Health Administration

Professional Skills: Analyzation, Collaboration, Consultation, Interpreting Data, Networking, Public Speaking

Educational Transcript Requirements

Official educational transcripts are required for all post-high school educational accomplishments, coursework or degrees claimed on the application. Applicants will be required to submit an official transcript prior to receiving a formal offer of employment. Failure to provide transcripts within five (5) working days of being requested will cause the applicant to be eliminated from further consideration.

Please note that a transcript is considered "official" only if it is an original copy from the educational institution and includes an institutional watermark, ink stamp or embossed stamp. Transcripts printed from the institution's website will not be accepted. ODH reserves the right to assess the academic credibility of an educational entity's award of a putative degree.

Agency Contact Name and Information

Gayla. A will contact you if selected for interview.

Unposting Date

Aug 31, 2026, 3:59:00 AM

Work Location

Health Department Building

Primary Location

United States of America-OHIO-Franklin County-Columbus

Compensation

$32.69

Schedule

Full-time

Work Hours

Monday - Friday; 8am - 5pm

Classified Indicator

Classified

Union

1199

Technical Skills

Grant Writing, Health Administration, Nursing, Educational support, Compliance Enforcement

Agency Overview

State School Nurse Consultant

(Public Health Nurse Specialist)

About Us

Our mission at the Ohio Department of Health (ODH) is advancing the health and well-being of all Ohioans. Our agency is committed to building a modern, vibrant public health system that creates the conditions where all Ohioans flourish.

The Bureau of Maternal, Child, and Family Health (BMCFH) is organized to support families by improving birth outcomes and the health status of women, infants, children, and youth, including children and youth with complex health care needs. Using data and proven practice, the bureau’s programs support the delivery of direct services, linkages and referrals, population-based supports, program evaluation, education, monitoring and quality oversight, and policy and systems development.

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