One City Schools | Madison, Wisconsin

Full-Time or Part-Time Position | 40+ Hours per Week (Full-Time)

Posted: May 2025

Ready to be the health champion for our school community? One City Schools seeks an experienced, innovative, and nurturing School Nurse to develop and manage comprehensive health services across our award-winning K-8 schools. Join our mission-driven team where student wellness is prioritized, and you'll lead positive transformation in school health while making a direct impact on student success.\

Learn more about One City Schools at www.onecityschools.org. Also, watch videos about our schools on our YouTube Page at www.youtube.com/@OneCitySchools and learn more about our advocacy efforts at www.onecityadvocates.org. 

As our School Nurse, you'll develop, manage, and coordinate school health services programs while maintaining compliance with all regulations, and lead our school health team, which includes full-time nursing assistants. This vital role includes operating our school clinic, educating staff and families, supervising UW-Madison nursing students, and serving as the bridge between school, home, and community health professionals. One City also has a skilled medical doctor who serves as our Medical Advisor to support our school health team.

Lead Comprehensive Health Services:

• Develop policies, procedures, and standards for school health programs ensuring federal, state, and local compliance
• Manage program resources efficiently and prepare health reports for leadership and health departments
• Provide first aid care and medically prescribed services to students and staff
• Maintain security of health supplies and ensure proper clinic operations
• Conduct health screenings, appraisals, and follow-up evaluations as required

Educate and Collaborate:

• Provide staff development on health-related topics for school personnel and volunteers
• Orient staff on medical procedures for supporting medically involved students in classrooms
• Serve as health resource person and liaison between school, families, and community agencies
• Coordinate presentations by health professionals on pertinent care topics
• Supervise University of Wisconsin-Madison nursing students during community education practicums

Champion Student Wellness:

• Correspond with parents regarding children's health needs and provide guidance
• Conduct home visits when appropriate to support student health outcomes
• Record immunizations, health findings, and maintain comprehensive health data
• Follow established procedures for suspected cases of child abuse and neglect
• Negotiate professional and medical services essential to school health programs

Essential Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree from accredited nursing program with Wisconsin RN license
• Minimum 2 years nursing experience in community health, pediatrics, emergency care, or physician's office
• Active Basic Life Support BLS CPR/AED certification for Healthcare Providers
• Valid Wisconsin Driver's License (or ability to obtain before start date)
• Considerable knowledge of medical disorders, treatments, and child development

Leadership Qualities:

• Strong commitment to One City's mission and working with diverse populations
• Working knowledge of public health problems and treatment coordination procedures
• Understanding of federal, state, and local laws affecting school health services
• Excellent judgment, communication, and creative problem-solving skills
• Physical ability to lift students and stand for extended periods as needed

Full-Time Package:

• Competitive salary reflecting education and experience
• Extended breaks (equivalent to 3 months off annually)
• 14 PTO days plus holidays, spring break, and winter break
• Full health benefits (medical, dental, vision)
• Life insurance and long-term disability
• Professional development funding and opportunities

Part-Time Package:

• Competitive salary reflecting education and experience
• Holidays, spring break, and winter break off with limited PTO
• Professional development funding and opportunities

Unique Staff Benefits:

• On-campus childcare center with subsidized tuition for staff
• Home ownership support through Own-It Program ($19,000 down payment grants available)
• Collaboration with UW-Madison nursing program and research partnerships



Our Mission: To seed a new model of public education ensuring children are on track to succeed from birth through high school graduation.

Our Impact:

• Both schools "Exceeded Expectations" on 2024 state report cards
• Elementary: outpaced 87% of Wisconsin public elementary schools
• Middle School: outpaced 94% of Wisconsin public middle schools
• 94% of preschoolers test kindergarten-ready

Why One City? We're more than a school system—we're educational innovators influencing policy, curriculum, and teaching practices across Wisconsin and beyond. From pioneering pandemic safety protocols to leading $2.6 billion in education funding advocacy, One City is shaping the future of public education.

Ready to make an impact? Join our mission to transform education and change lives.

One City Schools is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating an inclusive environment where all team members and applicants are treated with respect and dignity.

Application Deadline: Position remains open until filled - we're committed to finding the perfect fit for our scholars.