
School Nurse (RN or LPN)
Required skills
- nursing services to children
- medical conditions
- treatment
- school health regulations
- communication skills
- documentation skills
- medical emergencies
- behavioral emergencies
- medication administration
- physician communication
Role summary
New Story Schools is seeking a Certified School Nurse (RN or LPN) to promote student health and safety for students aged 5-21 with autism and developmental challenges. Responsibilities include medication management, direct patient care, developing health plans, educating staff and families, and collaborating with school teams. The role requires a Pennsylvania Certified School Nurse certification, experience with children, knowledge of medical conditions and school health regulations, strong communication and documentation skills, and the ability to handle emergencies.
As a Certified School Nurse at New Story Schools, you will play a key role in promoting student health and safety. You’ll oversee medication management, provide direct care, and collaborate with families and school teams to create a healthy, supportive learning environment for every child.
What You’ll Need
Current Pennsylvania Certified School Nurse certification
Experience providing nursing services to children
Knowledge of medical conditions, treatment, and school health regulations
Strong communication and documentation skills
Ability to remain calm and effective during medical or behavioral emergencies
What You’ll Do
Provide direct care, first aid, and emergency medical response for students
Manage medication administration, documentation, and physician communication
Develop and monitor individualized health plans for students with medical needs
Educate staff and families on health procedures, safety, and infection control
Collaborate with school teams to promote health, wellness, and safety standards
Why You’ll Love Working Here
Enjoy both paid time off and extra paid school breaks (for select roles), plus paid holidays
Wellness perks including gym discounts, mindfulness apps, and prescription savings
Tuition reimbursement, career development programs, and leadership training
401(k) retirement savings with a 4% company match and immediate vesting
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Free Employee Assistance Program with confidential counseling, life coaching, and mental health resources
Life insurance, disability coverage, and Health Savings Account (HSA) contributions at no cost to you
At New Story Schools, we serve students ages 5–21 with autism and emotional, behavioral, and developmental challenges. Guided by individualized learning, therapeutic integration, and collaboration, we empower students to grow and prepare for meaningful adult lives. Join our team and help students write their new story.
New Story Schools is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you require reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at talent@newstory.com.
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