Position Type: Nursing/School Nurse Date Posted: 2/26/2026 Location: Soda Creek Elementary School Date Available: 03/12/2026 Closing Date: Until Filled The Steamboat Springs School District is seeking a qualified School Nurse to join the District Health team working at Soda Creek Elementary. SSSD is consistently awarded "Accredited with Distinction" by the Colorado Department of Education and ranked as a top school district in the state. Our schools offer curriculum and academic programs designed to give students the skills they need to compete in college and the workplace. SSSD's talented team prepares Steamboat's students to succeed in an ever-changing world, and be able to apply essential academic skills and knowledge in various content areas. SALARY INFORMATION: Full time (1.0 FTE) position, working a 185 days school year. Placement is based on a maximum of 4 years of experience and verified nursing experience. $60,600.00 - $70,894.00 Pay will be prorated based on the actual number of days worked in 25/26 school year. See salary schedules here SUMMARY: This position serves as the primary health consultant and provides direct care necessary to support student health needs in the school setting, within the parameters of the Colorado Registered Nurse (RN) and BSN licensure. Identify health needs of students through appraisal, health histories, screening programs, and observations, conferences with parents, health providers, and school staff. Must be able to provide care to students, including medically fragile students, independently; follow doctors' orders and health care plans; collaborate with other district nurses, school staff, physicians, and parents to provide high-quality care for students with health and medical needs. Works with CDE and CDPHE for health concerns and protocols. The School Nurse will be able to provide direct care to students, which may include, but not be limited to, gastric tube feedings and other complex medical care. The School Nurse may be asked to do other duties as assigned PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide training, delegation according to the Nurse Practice Act, and supervision of staff in providing healthcare, including, but not limited to standard precautions, infectious disease guidelines, medication administration, diabetes care, Flu andCovid school management, and seizure disorders. Provide direct patient care, including monitoring student health, administering medications, and providing medically necessary procedures. Provide medical expertise in schools; collaborate with healthcare providers, parents, and school personnel to identify, develop, and implement applicable Plans that mitigate health-related obstacles to learning. Review student health questionnaires and updates; ensure student health records are in compliance with federal, state, and district guidelines; coordinate vision and hearing screenings. Responsible for ensuring state reports are timely and accurate. Maintain required licensures/certifications; attend all required meetings, trainings, and professional development as directed by the district supervisor. Keep abreast of best practices and develop and maintain the necessary skills. Assists in the development and enforcement of policy to provide a safe school environment and participates as a member of the Emergency Response Team. Assists Principals with hiring of health technician paraprofessionals as appropriate. Provides daily lead work and training for the health technician role. Administer emergency first aid, CPR, and AED to students and staff in accordance with established protocols. General management of the health budget and distribution of supplies. Provides training on an as-needed basis for school and district staff Assists teachers and parents with information regarding specific health problems. Provides guidance to the school/district administration on health-related policy and regulations. Ensures the accuracy, completeness, confidentiality, and security of all student health information according to FERPA. May be asked to provide support on field trips, ski days, or afterschool/eventing events as requested Perform other job-related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Associate's degree in Nursing or higher (Bachelor of Science in Nursing), current Colorado RN Nurse License. (if mulit state license, must include CO) Current or able to secure Colorado Department of Education Special Services License for School Nurse within 30 days of hire. Current active Colorado DORA license for nurses, or must be eligible and apply within 60 days of hire Previous experience in school nursing or general nursing preferred. Effective communication and interpersonal skills with students, parents, and staff. Excellent administrative, organizational, and clerical skills Excellent computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft and Google. High attention to accuracy and detail. Ability to maintain confidentiality. BENEFITS SUMMARY: Medical, dental, and vision insurance with significant district contribution towards premiums Sick and Personal Days Flexible spending account Voluntary retirement savings options(401K, 403B, 457B) Term Life insurance Professional Development reimbursement opportunities District Wellness Clinic PERA retirement program. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Decision Making : An example of a typical decision made by an individual in this position is to interpret policies/procedures and best practice. An incorrect decision made by this position could impact the district legally causing the financial condition of the district to be affected. Errors made in decision-making could potentially result in substantial cost to the District or damage the credibility of the District. Language Skills : Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond professionally to questions from groups of parents, community members, commissions, colleagues and Board of Education. Mathematical Skills : Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as interest, discounts, commissions, proportions, percentage, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, and geometry. Reasoning Ability : Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and deal with several abstract concrete variables. Ability to analyze and use data to supervise the delivery of instruction and the school improvement process. Technology Skills: Proficient use of technology, which includes: basic operations and concepts, word processing, spreadsheets, internet usage, critical evaluation of information, data analysis, email, integration of technology. Other Skills And Abilities : Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in education. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. Ability to copy, coordinate, instruct, evaluate, and negotiate. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies. Ability to discipline students consistent with district procedures. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to walk, sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; run; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud, depending on the activity in the particular part of the day. This information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful clearance of a CBI/FBI background check. Steamboat Springs School District is an equal opportunity employer.
Position Type: Nursing/School Nurse Date Posted: 8/1/2025 Location: District-Wide Date Available: as needed Closing Date: Until Filled The Steamboat Springs School District is seeking qualified Nurses to provide subsitutute (temporary /on call) coverage for the School nurses on an as needed basis Pay: $42.27 per/hour This is a temporary on-call position and not eligible for benefits Qualified candidates must have thier RN or BSN and active Colorado DORA nursing licnese and have an active or be able to secure the CDE Nurse special service provider licence CDE License application information; https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdeprof/checklist-initialspecialserviceprovider Below is a summary of the overall position and duties of the nurse and health office and duties may vary based on school and coverage needed. SUMMARY: This position serves as the primary health consultant and provide direct care necessary to support student health needs in the school setting, within the parameters of the Colorado Registered Nurse (RN) licensure. Identify health needs of students through appraisal, health histories, screening programs and observations, conferences with parents, health providers and school staff. Must be able to provide care to students, including medically fragile students independently; follow doctor's orders and health care plans; collaborate with other district RNs, school staff, physicians, and parents to provide high quality care for students with health and medical needs. Works with CDPHE for health concerns and protocols. The RN will be able to provide direct care to students which may include, but not be limited to gastric tube feedings and other complex medical care. The RN may be asked to do other duties as assign PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide training, delegation according to the Nurse Practice Act, and supervision of staff in providing healthcare including, but not limited to standard precautions, infectious disease guidelines, medication administration, diabetes care, Covid school management and seizure disorders. Provide direct patient care including monitoring student health, administering medications, and providing medically necessary procedures. Provide medical expertise in schools; collaborate with healthcare providers, parents and school personnel to identify, develop and implement applicable Plans that mitigate health-related obstacles to learning. Review student health questionnaires and updates; ensure student health records are in compliance with federal, state and district guidelines; coordinate vision and hearing screenings. Responsible for ensuring state reports are timely and accurate. Maintain required licensures/certifications; attend all required meetings, trainings, and professional development as directed by the district supervisor. Keep abreast of best practices and develop and maintain the necessary skills. Assists in the development and enforcement of policy to provide a safe school environment and participates as a member of the Emergency Response Team. Assists Principals with hiring of health technicians paraprofessionals as appropriate. Administer emergency first aid, CPR and AED to students and staff in accordance with established protocols. General management of health budget and distribution of supplies. Provides training on an as-needed basis for district staff Assists teachers and parents with information regarding specific health problems. Provides guidance to the district administration on health-related policy and regulations. Ensures the accuracy, completeness, confidentiality and security of all student health information according to FERPA. Perform other job related duties as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor of Science in Nursing,or current Colorado RN Nurse License CDE Nurse Special Servide Provider licnese or Able to apply and be eligible for with in 1 month of hire Current CPR certification Experience in nursing or school nursing preferred. Effective communication and interpersonal skills with students, parents, and staff. Excellent administrative, organizational and clerical skills Excellent computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft and Google. High attention to accuracy and detail. Ability to maintain confidentiality. ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Decision Making : An example of a typical decision made by an individual in this position is to interpret policies/procedures and best practice. An incorrect decision made by this position could impact the district legally causing the financial condition of the district to be effected. Errors made in decision-making could potentially result in substantial cost to the District or damage the credibility of the District. Language Skills : Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general professional journals, technical procedures and governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedural manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond professionally to questions from groups of parents, community members, commissions, colleagues and Board of Education. Mathematical Skills : Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as interest, discounts, commissions, proportions, percentage, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra, and geometry. Reasoning Ability : Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of technical instructions in mathematical or diagram form, and deal with several abstract concrete variables. Ability to analyze and use data to supervise the delivery of instruction and the school improvement process. Technology Skills: Proficient use of technology which includes: basic operations and concepts, word processing, spreadsheets, internet usage, critical evaluation of information, data analysis, email, integration of technology. Other Skills And Abilities : Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in education. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff and community. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely both in oral and written form. Ability to copy, coordinate, instruct, evaluate and negotiate. Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements and Board of Education policies. Ability to discipline students consistent with district procedures. Ability to maintain confidentiality. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk, or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and ability to adjust focus. Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in this environment is quiet to loud depending on the activity in the particular part of the day. This information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act. (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. All offers of employment are contingent upon successful clearance of a CBI/FBI background check. Steamboat Springs School District is an equal opportunity employer.
