RN Pediatric – Day Shift

Location: Tucson, AZ 85745

7 Months

Job Description:

Compliance Items:

1. Candidate Resume
2. Level 1 Fingerprint Clearance Card
3. CPR/BLS Card
4. License/Certification for Position: RN
5. Hepatitis B vaccination or declination of offered vaccine
6. COVID vaccination or declination of offered vaccine

Schedule:

Day Shift, Monday–Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM hours will not exceed 40 hours per week.

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

• Assess student health needs and refer to specialists as necessary.

• Administer and prepare medications, documenting dosages and any side effects.

• Perform medical procedures such as G-tube feedings and maintain accurate health records.

• Educate students on personal hygiene and overall health.

• Support physician visits by describing student conditions and communicating medical information to students and parents.

• Conduct routine health screenings and keep medical records up to date.

• Inform parents of student health status and manage medical emergencies.

• Collaborate with school staff and healthcare providers across Arizona.

• Communicate student health needs to instructional and residential staff.

• Answer the clinic phones.

• Accompany students on field trips and assist the senior nurse as needed.

• Obtain action plans as requested by the Senior Nurse.

• Request, fax, and follow up on medical records.

• Maintain a clean and organized clinic, restocking supplies as necessary.

• Billing for medications.

• Participation in sign language classes to support communication with deaf students is encouraged.

• Perform other duties as assigned. During downtime do clerical work, filing, organize charts/binders, and other duties assigned by the Senior Nurse.

Requirements:

• Active RN License in the State of Arizona

• CPR/BLS Certification

• Hepatitis B Vaccination

Minimum Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse licensed in the State of Arizona

• Evidence of completion of a physical assessment skills course

• Eligible for Arizona School Nurse Certification

• Current CPR Certification

Special Knowledge and Skills:

• Strong knowledge of assessment and treatment for children and young adults aged 4 to 22

• Effective planning, organization, and communication skills

• Skilled in injury assessment, prioritization, and critical thinking

• Experience with G-tubes, EpiPens, and inhaler administration

• Proactive and able to take initiative in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• One to two years of experience in pediatric nursing or urgent care nursing

• Ability to work effectively with many people and knowledge of handicapped children

• Physical assessment skills with sports injuries

• American Sign Language experience preferred

Training:

• Training will be provided at the Student Health Center by an RN

Required Skills

Skill Name: Active Registered Nurse License in the State of Arizona

Skill Name: American Sign Language (ASL)