
School Nurse - $12,000.00 signing bonus (2024/2025 School Year) at Santa Clara County Office Of Education
Job Summary
Job Summary
Under the direct supervision of the Principal-Special Education, the School Nurse serves as a team member with support personnel to provide an educational program which promotes the physical, emotional and mental health of students served by the Santa Clara County Office of Education (SCCOE). ***Signing Bonus*** of $12,000 available to candidates with preliminary or clear credentials.
Requirements / Qualifications
CERTIFICATION AND EDUCATION - Current RN License - Bachelor's degree in Nursing - California Designated Services Credential with a specialization in Health or a valid Health & Development Credential issued before 1974 - Public Health Nurse Certificate - California School Audiometrist Certificate (Course can be completed within 6 months of employment) - California Driver's License - Current CPR Certification KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of and ability to apply appropriate scientific theory as basis for decision making in nursing practices; knowledge of and ability to establish and maintain comprehensive school health programs; knowledge of and ability to perform mandated school health screenings; knowledge of and ability to develop individualized health plans using the nursing process; ability to assess student responses to nursing actions in order to revise the database, nursing diagnoses, and nursing care plan and to determine progress made toward goal achievement; ability to collaborate with other professionals in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programs and other school health activities; knowledge of and ability to assist students, families and groups to achieve optimal levels of wellness through health education; scientific knowledge and technical competence in providing direct and indirect services to students to ensure their safety, comfort, personal hygiene and protection; knowledge of disease prevention and restorative measures; ability to work and communicate effectively with community resources, parents, and staff; two (2) years of demonstrated successful experience as a School Nurse or a Public Health Nurse. An offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a paid, pre-placement medical examination.
***ONLY CANDIDATES WHO FORWARD COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED*** Please only attach the following materials to your application: - Cover letter (signed) - Professional resume - Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, including one (1) from your current supervisor - Copies of official transcripts, copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (official/sealed transcripts must be provided upon hire) - Copies of credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC)
Please note: At this time SCCOE does not provide visa sponsorship for employment purposes.
While it is preferred that required documents are attached to your application, if you are unable to do so, please forward by email to hr_recruitment@sccoe.org.
Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D.
Assistant Superintendent - Personnel Services
Santa Clara County Office of Education
1290 Ridder Park Drive, MC 264
San Jose, CA 95131
Email: HR_Recruitment@sccoe.org
- School Nurse Services Credential
Requirements / Qualifications
CERTIFICATION AND EDUCATION - Current RN License - Bachelor's degree in Nursing - California Designated Services Credential with a specialization in Health or a valid Health & Development Credential issued before 1974 - Public Health Nurse Certificate - California School Audiometrist Certificate (Course can be completed within 6 months of employment) - California Driver's License - Current CPR Certification KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES Knowledge of and ability to apply appropriate scientific theory as basis for decision making in nursing practices; knowledge of and ability to establish and maintain comprehensive school health programs; knowledge of and ability to perform mandated school health screenings; knowledge of and ability to develop individualized health plans using the nursing process; ability to assess student responses to nursing actions in order to revise the database, nursing diagnoses, and nursing care plan and to determine progress made toward goal achievement; ability to collaborate with other professionals in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating programs and other school health activities; knowledge of and ability to assist students, families and groups to achieve optimal levels of wellness through health education; scientific knowledge and technical competence in providing direct and indirect services to students to ensure their safety, comfort, personal hygiene and protection; knowledge of disease prevention and restorative measures; ability to work and communicate effectively with community resources, parents, and staff; two (2) years of demonstrated successful experience as a School Nurse or a Public Health Nurse. An offer of employment will be contingent upon successful completion of a paid, pre-placement medical examination.
***ONLY CANDIDATES WHO FORWARD COMPLETE APPLICATION PACKETS WILL BE CONSIDERED*** Please only attach the following materials to your application: - Cover letter (signed) - Professional resume - Three (3) signed letters of recent recommendation, including one (1) from your current supervisor - Copies of official transcripts, copies of evaluated transcripts are required for candidates who have attended colleges/universities outside of the United States (official/sealed transcripts must be provided upon hire) - Copies of credential(s) or copy of temporary county certificate (TCC)
Please note: At this time SCCOE does not provide visa sponsorship for employment purposes.
While it is preferred that required documents are attached to your application, if you are unable to do so, please forward by email to hr_recruitment@sccoe.org.
Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D.
Assistant Superintendent - Personnel Services
Santa Clara County Office of Education
1290 Ridder Park Drive, MC 264
San Jose, CA 95131
Email: HR_Recruitment@sccoe.org
- School Nurse Services Credential
Comments and Other Information
HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS:
The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including:
To provide and maintain a workplace that is free of recognized hazards, the Santa Clara County office of Education has adopted a policy which requires all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Any offer of employment is contingent upon presenting proof of full vaccination against
COVID-19.
Non-Discrimination Statement
The Santa Clara County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (not union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance.
Please direct concerns to:
Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D.
Assistant Superintendent - Personnel Services
1290 Ridder Park Drive
San Jose, CA 95131-2304
kgill@sccoe.org
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Fertility healthcare and family forming benefits
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
- 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
- Paid Sick Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement
Comments and Other Information
HEALTH, WELFARE, AND OTHER BENEFITS:
The Santa Clara County Office of Education takes pride in offering a benefits program that provides flexibility for the diverse and changing needs of our employees. We provide eligible employees with valuable benefits options including:
To provide and maintain a workplace that is free of recognized hazards, the Santa Clara County office of Education has adopted a policy which requires all employees be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. Any offer of employment is contingent upon presenting proof of full vaccination against
COVID-19.
Non-Discrimination Statement
The Santa Clara County Office of Education prohibits discrimination, harassment, intimidation and bullying based on actual or perceived race or ethnicity, gender/sex (including gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, and pregnancy-related medical conditions), sexual orientation, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, immigration status, physical or mental status, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age (40 and above), genetic information, political belief or affiliation (not union related), a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance, or regulation in any program or activity it conducts or to which it provides significant assistance.
Please direct concerns to:
Khushwinder Gill, Ed.D.
Assistant Superintendent - Personnel Services
1290 Ridder Park Drive
San Jose, CA 95131-2304
kgill@sccoe.org
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- Fertility healthcare and family forming benefits
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources
- Life insurance and long-term disability coverage
- California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
- 403b or 457 Retirement Accounts
- Paid Sick Leave
- Tuition Reimbursement