School Nurse Falk School - Pennsylvania-Pittsburgh - (26000553)
Falk Laboratory School, a coeducational K-8 school in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, seeks one full-time
School Nurse to care for students of all ages. The Falk School Nurse provides episodic medical care to students of all ages, facilitates positive student responses to normal development; promotes health and safety within the school; intervenes to address potential health problems through education and strategic planning; and actively collaborates with faculty and school leadership.
This position will start August 15, 2026.
Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) with at least 5 years relevant experience, or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with at least 3 years relevant experience required
Experience in a school or similar setting caring for children's medical needs preferred
Knowledge of culturally responsive health practices
Knowledge of emergency preparedness procedures preferred
Materials can be uploaded to
join.pitt.edu. For full consideration, please submit: 1) A cover letter; 2) A resume; 3) Three letters of recommendation; 4) School nursing philosophy statement; 5) Proof of degree; 6) Proof of RN license
Compensation commensurate with experience. Falk Laboratory School, a department in the School of Education at the University of Pittsburgh, offers excellent benefits. Applications will be reviewed beginning in late February and will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.
Offer of employment is contingent on the candidate satisfactorily obtaining and passing the following before commencement of appointment: Pennsylvania Department of Human Services Child Abuse History Clearance, Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Record Check, and FBI Criminal Record Check. Candidates must also submit proof of a negative TB test before their first day of work if hired. Also, as Act 168 of 2014 requires, the candidate must satisfy the requirements on the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Department of Education Sexual Misconduct/Abuse Disclosure Release Form. Please contact Dr. Molly Hicks, Director of Administrative Operations, at
MEH479@pitt.edu with questions.
Job Summary
Facilitates and provides medical care for children and occasional adults. Provides input on policies and conducts annual health screenings. Maintains confidential student records and care documentation, ensures complete immunization records for all incoming students, and facilitates health-related classes. Performs supply and inventory functions.
Essential Functions
Provides episodic care and first aid to students and administers medication
Organizes and conducts health screenings; prepares reports; maintains student health records
Mentors School of Nursing students taking part in clinical rotations
Facilitates health and safety meetings; schedules and organizes emergency drills
Prepares and teaches health-related lessons
Maintains inventory of supplies; reviews school policies, records and other information at least annually and updates as necessary
Other duties as assigned
Physical Effort
May be required to sit or stand/move for several hours at a time
Assignment Category: Full-time regular
Job Classification: Staff.School Nurse
Job Family: Health Professionals
Job Sub Family: Nursing
Campus: Pittsburgh
Minimum Education Level Required: Associate of Science in Nursing
Minimum Years of Experience Required: No experience required
Will this position accept substitution in lieu of education or experience: Combination of education and relevant experience will be considered in lieu of education and/ or experience requirement.
Additional details about Required Licensure/Certification: Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) with at least 5 years relevant experience, or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) with at least 3 years relevant experience required.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 7:30 - 3:30
Work Arrangement: On-Campus: Teams that work on campus, in an office, or in a lab.
Hiring Range: TBD Based Upon Qualifications
Relocation_Offered: No
Visa Sponsorship Provided: No
Background Check: For position finalists, employment with the University will require successful completion of a background check
Child Protection Clearances: The following PA Act 153 clearances and background checks are required prior to commencement of employment and as a condition of continued employment: PA State Police Criminal Record Check, FBI Criminal Record Check, PA Child Abuse History Clearance.
Required Documents: Resume, Cover Letter, Other (review job description for more details)
Optional Documents: Not Applicable
Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.
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