Position Title

School Nurse

Required Application Type

School Related Personnel

Salary/Pay Scale

as per teachers' contract

Job Description

Responsibilities:

• Provide nursing care and health services to students within the BOCES program.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to address students’ health needs.
• Collaborate with mental health agencies (psychiatric nurse practitioners and clinicians) embedded within the educational program to meet students' needs as a whole. 
• Conduct health assessments, screenings, and immunization checks.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide first aid when necessary.
• Maintain accurate health records for students.
• Educate students and staff on health-related topics.
• Contribute to the development of IEPs and participate in CSE meetings for students as necessary.
• Coordinate with local health departments and community resources.
• Support students with chronic health conditions and disabilities.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal health regulations.

 

LOCATION:   Mexico

START DATE:  09/01/2026

APPLICATION DEADLINE:  07/31/2026

CERTIFICATIONS: Civil Service

This is a professional nursing position which involves the responsibility for giving care to students and employees' health needs.

Civil Service Title

Registered Professional Nurse

Job Qualifications

• Valid New York State Registered Professional Nurse (RN) license.
• Current CPR/AED Training.
• Able to follow District procedures and guidelines for health care and medication storage and administration.
• Able to follow doctor's orders for student medication administration.
• Experience in school nursing or a related field is preferred.
• Strong written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Knowledge of relevant health laws and regulations.
• Ability to maintain confidential information.
• Fingerprinting through the New York State Education Department is a requirement for working in the school district.
• Compassion and empathy for students’ well-being.

This position is a Non-Competitive Civil Services position.

Job Category

Non-Instructional

Job Location

CiTi BOCES

Additional Information