Job Description:
POSITION OVERVIEW
Special School District (SSD) nurses are committed to supporting our students by modifying, managing, and/or removing health-related barriers to learning. You will champion our mission by ensuring all students have access to both general and special education by providing the care they need throughout their school day. 
 
You should consider applying for this position if your values align with Special School District's core values of equity, commitment, and collaboration and you believe every student deserves the resources and support required to help them learn. Nurses are expected to be committed to and have a deep understanding of diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility, and for that commitment to be evident in their work. 
  
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Assists with the development and implementation of the comprehensive health education curriculum
• Provides technical assistance to administrators and participates on committees to ensure best practice in development of health care policies and procedures
• Assists with the development and implementation of infection control programs for students and staff
• Participates in professional development activities (internal and external)
• Provides instruction, education and support for students to help them take responsibility for health-related conditions enabling them to provide as much self-care as feasible and age-appropriate
• Maintains a current list of health resources and referrals for parents
• Advocates for children with special needs to ensure that they have access to necessary medical care and equipment as well as the full continuum of community resources 

QUALIFICATIONS
 
Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in health services preferred
• Two years experience in public health, emergency room, pediatrics, pediatric psychiatry, or experience with individuals with disabilities preferred 

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations

• Current Missouri License as Registered Nurse 

DISCLAIMER
The information contained in this job description is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
 
EEOC STATEMENT
Special School District is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for the position applied for without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, military/veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, ancestry, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. To request an ADA Accommodation, please contact our Director of ADA and Accessibility for Staff
314-989-8299. For TTY, contact RelayMO711 or 1-800-735-2966.
 
SALARY AND BENEFITS
 
Salary
 
$70,386 to $83,250 / based on education and experience
 
Benefits

• Group benefits plans for medical, vision, dental, and life insurance
• Enrollment in Missouri public school retirement systems
• Paid holidays
• 13 PTO days per year
• Employee assistance program
• Healthcare spending account