Job Description:

Starting 2026-2027 School year

Position Type: Full-time; 10-month contract (August to May each school year)

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Location: Mandan Public School District

Mandan Public Schools is seeking qualified applicants for a School Nurse position. This is a 10-month position (August through May), working approximately 30 hours per week.

Position Summary:
The job of Nurse is done for the  purpose  of  assessing  the  health  needs  of  students; developing emergency care plans and individual health plans, incorporating input from parent and/or physician; complying with the laws relating to student health, including parental and guardian consent; providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students; providing health information and serving as a resource to teachers, staff, and administrators; and identifying health problems for referral for proper treatment. The school nurse delegates appropriate nursing interventions to Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP). This position reports to Superintendent/Principal.
 
Essential Functions:
Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following representative duties, knowledge, and skills. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all functions and duties performed by incumbents of this class. Employees are required to be in attendance and prepared to begin work at their assigned work location on the specified days and hours. Factors such as regular attendance at the job are not routinely listed in job descriptions, but are an essential function. 

Essential duties and responsibilities may include, but are not limited to, the following:
Administers first aid, medication and specialized medical treatments (e.g. oral suctioning, catheterization, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children.
Administers mandated screenings (except for Special Education Nurse) (e.g. vision, hearing, asthma, anaphylaxis assessment, etc.) for the purpose of referring medical conditions and/or providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children.
Assesses situations involving students' safety, abuse (physical, sexual, drug, etc.) and other health related issues for the purpose of identifying problems, referring for proper treatment and complying with legal requirements.

Collaborates with parents, students, health care providers, and/or public agencies (e.g. medical management for individual student care, staff training, referrals for care, gathering immunizations, etc.)  for the purpose of promoting and/or securing student health services; providing information and complying with legal requirements.

Conducts site assessments (e.g. health issues, student health records, emergency preparedness, etc.)  for the purpose of identifying issues and/or providing recommendations for improving safety and accessibility.

Conducts age appropriate programs and/or activities in conjunction with classroom curriculum (except for Special Education Nurse) (e.g. health education, nutritional workshops, hand washing head lice control, etc.) for the purpose of supporting established lesson plans.

Coordinates staff wellness initiatives (except for Special Education Nurse) (e.g. flu shot, blood drives, bone density scans, cholesterol screenings, etc.) for the purpose of assisting staff in achieving the highest possible health and well-being.

Directs the work of assigned UAPs, fieldwork nursing students, interns, and instructional assistants using guidelines established by the North Dakota Department of Health and MPS for the purpose of providing guidance and ensuring that program objectives are achieved.

Directs work of personnel (e.g. UAP's, fieldwork nursing students, interns, instructional assistants, etc.) for the purpose of assuring the quality of health care delivery, providing training & guidance, and ensuring that program objectives are achieved.

Maintains student's confidential files and records (e.g. health care plans, agency referrals, accident reports, immunization compliance, emergency medication log, transportation health plans, etc.) for the purpose of providing information required by legal requirements and professional standards.

Participates in a variety of meetings, workshops and seminars, and interdisciplinary teams (e.g. IEP, 504 Plans, school nurse group meetings, classroom education, etc.) for the purpose of gathering, conveying and/or sharing information on student’s health needs, service delivery, and educational programs; and/or improving skills and knowledge.

Performs knowledge and skill-based assessments (e.g. students with chronic diseases, etc.) for the purpose of providing individual education and training in chronic disease management.

Provides training on a variety of health-related subjects (e.g. EpiPen, allergies, seizures, diabetes/insulin, playground safety, disaster preparedness, child abuse, health education, medication management, policies and procedures, substance abuse, growth and development, hygiene, etc.) for the purpose of promoting a healthy lifestyle and/or acting as a resource to students, teachers, and other school personnel.

Reports health and safety issues to assigned administrator and appropriate agencies (e.g. fights, suspected child or substance abuse, contagious diseases, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining student safety conducive to learning and complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.

Researches a variety of topics relating to health and medical care (e.g. wellness, nutrition, treatment protocols, childhood diseases, etc.) for the purpose of providing information to staff, students, parents, and the public.

Responds to emergency medical situations (e.g. severe falls, prescription reactions, bleeding, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring appropriate immediate medical attention and related follow-up action.

Transports supplies and equipment to school sites for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items as needed.

Monitor compliance with state immunization requirements and work with the building principal to ensure that all students are either immunized or have the necessary exemption paperwork in place.

Reports to:
Principal
Superintendent
 
Physical Demands and Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally, the job requires 50% sitting, 25% walking, and 25% standing. The job is performed under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.
 
Qualifications:
Requires licensure as a Registered Nurse by the ND Board of Nursing and a valid ND driver’s license.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Requirements
Bachelor degree preferred.
Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Salary: $35.36 - $38.16 (Based on 2025-2026 rates; 2026-2027 rates to be determined). Full benefit package included.

Contact Information
Carly Retterath, Assistant Superintendent
MANDAN PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT
Phone: 701-751-6500
Email: Carly.Retterath@msd1.org