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Ashley Hall

Lead School Nurse

Charleston, SC · On-site

$31.75 - $43/hr

Commensurate with experience Ashley Hall is seeking a highly qualified Lead School Nurse to provide oversight and day-to-day operations of the School's Health Center. This position ensures the ...

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How much do lead school nurse jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 5, 2026, the average hourly pay for lead school nurse in the United States is $39.05, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $32.69 and $44.23 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a lead school nurse?

Lead School Nurses are registered nurses who oversee the nursing services within a school district or multiple schools. They manage and support the school nursing staff, coordinate healthcare policies, and ensure compliance with health regulations. In addition to providing direct care, Lead School Nurses develop health programs, train staff, and act as a liaison between the school, families, and community healthcare providers. Their role is crucial in promoting a healthy and safe environment for students and staff.

How does a lead school nurse collaborate with administrators, teachers, and other staff to support student health initiatives?

As a Lead School Nurse, collaboration is a key part of the role. You will regularly work with school administrators to develop and review health policies, and coordinate with teachers to address specific student health needs within the classroom. Additionally, you’ll often lead or participate in wellness committees, provide training for staff on health-related topics, and serve as a liaison between the school and community health resources. This multi-disciplinary teamwork helps ensure a comprehensive approach to student health and well-being.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a lead school nurse, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Lead School Nurse, you need advanced clinical nursing skills, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or higher, and valid RN licensure, often with school nurse certification. Familiarity with student health record systems, vision and hearing screening tools, and emergency medical protocols is typically required. Leadership, strong communication, and organizational skills help manage staff, coordinate care, and foster positive relationships with students, families, and school personnel. These competencies are crucial for ensuring safe, effective healthcare delivery and promoting a healthy school environment.

What is the difference between Lead School Nurse vs School Nurse?

AspectLead School NurseSchool Nurse
CredentialsRN license, additional leadership or management certificationsRN license, basic nursing certification
Work EnvironmentOversees nursing staff, manages health programsProvides direct student health care, administers treatments
Employer & Industry UsageSchools, districts, health departmentsSchools, educational institutions

The Lead School Nurse typically has additional responsibilities in managing staff and health programs, requiring leadership skills and certifications. In contrast, the School Nurse focuses on direct student care. Both roles are essential in school health services, but the Lead School Nurse holds a more supervisory position with broader administrative duties.

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Infographic showing various Lead School Nurse job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 74% Full Time, 21% Part Time, 1% Temporary, 2% Contract, and 1% Nights. Highlights an 98% Physical, and 2% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $81,226 per year, or $39.1 per hour.

Lead School Nurse (Victory Academy at Nelson)

O.L.V. Human Services

Buffalo, NY • On-site

$70 - $90/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, PTO

Re-posted 27 days ago

Job description

Lead School Nurse (Victory Academy at Nelson) Job Description

Victory Academy at Nelson is seeking a dedicated Lead School Nurse to provide exceptional care, promote wellness, and create a safe, nurturing environment for our students and staff. Victory Academy offers specialized, individualized educational services for youth residing on our campus, supporting youth ages 11 to 21 from all over Western New York. We bridge the gap with RTF treatment teams to ensure we provide a person‑centered, trauma‑informed learning environment.

Benefits
  • Paid School Breaks (approximately 7 weeks!)
  • Paid Holidays
  • Additional Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Health, dental & vision insurance options
  • Paid Employer sponsored life insurance
  • Supplemental insurance programs for additional life insurance, short‑term disability, accident & cancer insurance
  • Up to $600 every year for completing biometric health screenings on a single health insurance plan & up to $1,200 if a spouse completes too!
  • Take advantage of our Dental & Outpatient Mental Health services while working
  • Up to $180 annual gym reimbursement
  • Employee referral program
Additional Information
  • Schedule: Monday‑Friday
  • Pay Rate: Based on relevant years of licensed experience
Job Summary

The Lead School Registered Nurse is an integral part of the OLV Human Services School Age programs in supporting an optimum physical, mental, emotional and social climate for all students and staff. The lead school nurse acts as an educator, advocate, liaison and consultant on health related issues for students, families and school personnel. As the Lead School RN, this person is responsible for Nelson School directly, filling in at other sites as needed, and providing clinical support and supervision to other School Nurses.

Responsibilities
  • Perform daily school nursing duties at the Nelson School.
    • Maintain student medical documentation
    • Pass student medications
    • Monitor student medical needs in the school setting
    • Collaborate with the Residential Campus regarding students
  • Clinically lead and support the School Nurse Team at OLV Human Services
  • Train School Nurses on medical related job duties, such as: restraint documentation, student record keeping, agency nursing policies and school health policies.
  • Act as substitute nurse as needed during times of need at other Education sites due to nurse absence.
  • Monitor and document physical restraints.
  • In collaboration with the Building Leadership Teams, review and revise school health policies included in the parent handbook annually
  • Other duties as assigned by supervisor.
Skills
  • Requires the ability to utilize computer systems and software necessary to perform position functions.
  • Requires effective oral/written communication and interpersonal skills for interactions with various individuals both internal and external to the program. Must be able to deal tactfully and effectively with individuals of diverse backgrounds.
  • Ability to work well in a team environment.
  • Significant problem solving and diagnostic skills with the ability to quickly analyze situations and adopt an effective course of action.
  • Ability to handle stressful and sensitive situations in a professional manner.
Qualifications

AAS/BSN Degree from an accredited Nursing School

Minimum Experience Required

3-5 Years of Experience

License/Registration/ Certifications Required
  • RN Licensure
Training Requirements
  • TCI- Observation
  • CPR
Physical Requirements

The overall nature of the position is sedentary requiring little physical effort with occasional light physical exertion required. There is little, if any, exposure to environmental conditions.

  • Constant physical demand of the position is sitting.
  • Frequent physical demands: standing, walking, climbing, talking, hearing, repetitive motions, and eye/hand/foot coordination.
  • Occasional physical demands: lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, balancing, stooping, crouching, reaching, handling, grasping, and feeling.
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