Website https://x.com/RPS535 Rochester Public Schools
Position Type:
Health Services/Licensed School Nurse
Date Posted:
5/27/2025
Location:
To Be Determined
Date Available:
08/18/2025
Closing Date:
Until Filled
ESTIMATED INTERVIEW DATE: Ongoing
POSITION AVAILABLE: Full time and/or Part Time positions for the 2025-2026 School Year
WORK CALENDAR:
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2025-2026 REA Calendar
SALARY RANGE: $50,525 – $91,753/annually (prorated based upon hire date)
Based on level of education and full years of licensed teaching experience.
Click link below to review the 2023-2025 REA Contract containing salary schedule.
REA Contract 2023-2025
QUALIFICATIONS: Current Minnesota PELSB license in appropriate area preferred and/or required: Licensed School Nurse
RPS makes an effort to hire teachers with a full standard license in the assigned subject and/or grade level.
BENEFITS: Benefits available for teaching positions .5 HTE (Half Time Employment) and higher.
Contact Employee Services @ 507-328-4280 for detailed benefits information. Please reference the exact job posting.
If you have questions regarding the position, contact the Hiring Manager, Chris Bjerke
If you have questions regarding a job posting, contact the Office of Human Resources @ 507-328-4321 or email [email protected].
It is the responsibility of the individual in this role to apply the nursing process, encompassing assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation, to coordinate healthcare for both individual students and the student population. This includes providing training, delegation, monitoring, and supervision of healthcare services delivered by Health Services personnel such as unlicensed assistive personnel and Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), as well as other school staff. The objective is to offer health services that enhance the educational process by addressing or eliminating health-related obstacles to learning for students.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Perform comprehensive health assessments and screenings for special education evaluations
Formulate, execute, and oversee Individual Health Plans (IHPs) and 504 Plans
Collaborate with healthcare providers, community organizations, educational institutions, and families to facilitate the academic access of students with health conditions
Aid in third-party billing processes
Collaborate harmoniously with the faculty and staff of the institution in delivering healthcare services to all students
Maintain precise documentation
Ensure confidentiality by adhering to the Federal regulations of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA)
Commitment to Equity:
Rochester Public Schools is committed to diversifying its workforce to better reflect the community we serve. We believe the practices used in recruiting, interviewing, hiring, supporting, and promoting staff must include and honor, at every level, those who represent the diverse identities of our schools and community.
https://www.rochesterschools.org/equity-statement
Common and Shared Accountabilities for All Positions
Employees of the Rochester Public School District #535 are expected to support the goals, model and promote an environment that is respectful for all, and work collaboratively with other staff to focus on the needs of the learner. A quality, customer focus that conveys a welcome attitude, an adaptability to change, and a desire for continuous improvement is also expected of all employees. In addition, staff are to respect confidential matters, encourage a safe and secure environment throughout the schools, and be dependable and accountable employees.
District Information: To learn more about Rochester Public Schools, visit www.rochesterschools.org.
All qualified applicants will be considered without regard to protected characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, or disability.
Requirements
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Current Minnesota School Nurse License with PELSB
Bachelor Degree in Nursing
Current Minnesota License as a Registered Nurse
Public Health Nurse Certified
PREFERED QUALIFICATIONS: Clinical patient care experience
Experience managing chronic health conditions
Proficient in utilizing electronic health records
Enjoys working in an environment that fosters collaboration and teamwork
Ability to engage effectively and positively with employees at all organizational levels and various partners
Experience working with children of diverse ages, cultures, and backgrounds
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