Clinical Services Coordinator & Upper School Nurse

St. John's School seeks a full-time Registered Nurse to serve as Clinical Services Coordinator and Upper School Nurse . This role provides direct nursing care in the Upper School clinic and leads the School's clinic services across all three divisions, including management of the Lower School and Middle School clinics and nursing staff. The Clinical Services Coordinator is responsible for implementing health and safety policies and procedures in support of the School’s mission and in compliance with government regulations. The coordinator supervises the delivery of health care to approximately 1,400 students through three clinics on the Upper, Middle, and Lower School campuses, and serves as a resource for the medical needs of faculty and staff.

The Clinical Services Coordinator sets consistent standards of care, policies, and documentation across campus and partners with athletic trainers, divisional administrations, and families to promote student wellness.

Reports to: Associate Head of School
Supervises: Lower/Middle School nurses and substitute nurses
Status: Full-time, exempt, academic-year schedule with additional weeks before and after the school year

Primary Responsibilities

- Develop and manage procedures for K-12 clinical services and operations

- Oversee health records in the School's electronic charting system, including physicals, health histories, and immunizations

- Hire and supervise the School’s nursing staff

- Manage the health services budget, purchasing, medication, and supply inventory

- Collaborate with the School’s athletic trainers and nursing staff in administering primary care, follow-up, and referral procedures

- Coordinate medical coverage and protocols for off-campus activities and school-sponsored trips

- Partner with athletic trainers on concussion return-to-learn and return-to-play plans

- Develop and monitor individualized health plans and emergency action plans for students with allergies, asthma, diabetes, seizures, and other chronic conditions

- Provide CPR/AED, first aid, epinephrine, and allergy training for faculty and staff

Qualifications

Requirements

- Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse license valid in Texas (Texas or multistate compact license)

- Bachelor of Science in Nursing

- At least 10 years of nursing experience, including pediatric, adolescent, school, emergency, or primary care.

- Experience supervising or leading nurses (nurse manager, charge nurse, or lead school nurse)

- Current BLS certification

- Strong judgment, calm under pressure, and clear, warm communication with students, parents, and colleagues.

- Proficiency with electronic health records and standard office software