School Float Nurse 12-Month Pocomoke Area Schools 04-01-2026

School Float Nurse 12-Month Pocomoke Area Schools 04-01-2026 Worcester County Public Schools Pocomoke Area Schools - Newark, Maryland This job is also posted in Worcester County Public Schools Job Details

Job ID:

5620592

Application Deadline:

Apr 15, 2026 4:00 PM (Eastern Standard Time)

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Jul 1, 2026 Job Description

POSITION

School Nurse -Float Nurse Pocomoke Area Schools Provide nursing services to students in compliance with local policy and state regulations. Support the Wellness and Health Education programs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS INCLUDE

Provides health services to students who need medical assistance during the school day and in out-of-school time programs. Administers and/or monitors all medications taken by students during the school day and in out-of-school time programs as prescribed by written doctor's orders. Provides training to school staff to support school health as appropriate.? Participates in multidisciplinary teams as appropriate. Conducts periodic health screenings as required by state law and Worcester County Public Schools. Maintains cumulative health and medical reports on all students as required by state law and Worcester County Public Schools. Develops, implements, and maintains Individualized Health Care Plans and Emergency Action Plans. Monitors compliance with mandated immunizations and other required medical programs. Serves as liaison with the Worcester County Health Department. Assists with the evaluation of school-based health services program. Coordinates wellness activities for school staff. Maintains health room supplies and equipment. Participates in the Worcester County Health Council. Assists in providing nursing services when schools are opened as emergency shelters. Responds to medical emergencies that may occur at school or at school-sponsored events. Collaborates with WCPS Nurse Manager. Performs other duties as assigned by the Principal, Nurse Manager, and Coordinator of School Health.

QUALIFICATIONS

Current Registered Nurse license Current CPR Certification (BLS)

DUTY YEAR AND SALARY

This is a 12-month position. Salary is based on the Nurse's Salary Scale.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE

Each candidate meeting the employment qualifications for the School Nurse position must submit a completed online application available from our website at www.worcesterk12.org. Please upload a letter of interest that addresses the essential functions of the position along with a résumé. Applications received by the vacancy announcement due date will be prescreened. The selected applicants will be invited for an interview. If you have any questions or require assistance in completing the online application, please contact Debbie Powell at 410-632-5120 or email us at wcpshr@worcesterk12.org. If accommodations are needed for the interview, they will be provided with an advance request. All applications must be received by 4:00 p.m. on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 The Board of Education reserves the right to reject any or all applicants, re-advertise and / or withdraw the position. The Worcester County Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Supervisor of Human Resources, Worcester County Board of Education, 6270 Worcester Highway, Newark, MD 21841, 410-632-5000.

Position Type:

Full-Time Job Requirements Associate degree preferred. Citizenship, residency or work visa required