Posted: 05-Nov-25
Location: New York, New York
Type: Full Time
Union Position- Covered by Collective Bargaining Agreement
Status: Full-Time / Non-Exempt
Under the auspices of the United Nations and guided by its ideals, the United Nations International School (UNIS) provides an inclusive and diverse learning environment in which rigorous international programs foster academic excellence, innovation, creativity, and cross-cultural communication to educate and inspire its students to become an active force in shaping a better world: peaceful, compassionate, and sustainable.
Position Summary:
Reporting to the Director of School Health & Nursing, the School Nurse provides school-based health services and promotes a healthy school environment. Serving the K–12 community, the School Nurse delivers direct health care, health education, and counseling, while also supporting the development and implementation of health programs and policies. This role ensures compliance with local, state, federal, and institutional health mandates and policies. The nurse serves as an advocate, liaison, and consultant on health-related matters for students, families, and staff, working collaboratively with administrators and the school community to support the physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being of all students and staff.
This role ensures compliance with local, state, federal, and institutional health mandates and policies. The nurse will serve as an advocate, liaison, and consultant on health-related matters for students, families, and staff, working collaboratively with administrators and the school community to support the physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being of all students and staff.
Key Responsibilities:
Health Services
- Provide professional nursing services in accordance with New York State standards and licensing requirements.
- Deliver direct care to students for injuries, illnesses, and chronic health conditions.
- Communicate effectively and proactively with parents, faculty, and staff regarding student health issues.
- Facilitate compliance with state-mandated immunization, medication, and communicable disease protocols.
- Assess student health needs, develop care plans, and evaluate outcomes that impact student learning and safety.
- Develop and maintain school health policies, protocols, and emergency action plans.
- Educate students, parents, and staff on health, wellness, and disease prevention.
- Serve as a health resource within the school curriculum and provide training to staff on relevant health topics.
- Act as a liaison among school personnel, families, health care providers, and community agencies.
- Identify and report environmental or safety concerns affecting health.
- Participate on Crisis Response Teams.
- Refer students to physicians or specialists as needed.
Information Management
- Maintain accurate and confidential health records in compliance with state laws and school policies.
- Document all health services provided and track required data for state reporting.
- Prepare and manage health-related forms and documentation (physicals, immunizations, allergy protocols, etc.).
- Compile and report aggregate health data as required by the New York State Department of Health.
- Complete and maintain student accident and incident reports.
Health Education
- Promote a student-centered and inclusive environment that supports wellness and preventive care.
- Provide health education and professional development opportunities for staff, parents, and the community.
Professional Development and Community Involvement
- Demonstrate awareness of the school and community’s health needs.
- Collaborate with community health partners and participate in school wellness initiatives.
- Engage in professional learning, workshops, and continuing education related to school nursing.
- Participate in relevant professional associations at the local, state, national, and international levels.
- Attend faculty meetings, in-service sessions, and school-wide professional development programs.
Athletics Support
- Provide athletic directors, coaches, and trainers with updated clearance lists and relevant health information.
- Support athletic health protocols and emergency response readiness.
Skills & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing and a current New York State RN license
- Relevant CME/CEU credits and current CPR/AED/First Aid certification
- Minimum two years of experience as a school nurse or in a related clinical setting (ie, pediatrics, ER, etc).
- Knowledge of school health programs, regulations, and documentation requirements
- Ability to assess and address the health and developmental needs of Pre-K–12 students
- Strong interpersonal, communication, collaboration, and leadership skills
- Demonstrated sound judgment and professionalism in crisis situations
- Proficiency with electronic health records and standard office software
Compensation
Compensation is between $77,645 - $94,284, commensurate with years of experience as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement (salary is prorated for part-time or temporary positions).
Application Process
All candidates must submit an electronic application via the school website: https://www.unis.org/about-unis/employment. Supporting documentation, such as a cover letter, resume, and three letters of recommendation, must be uploaded to the electronic application. Paper and emailed applications and documents will not be accepted from external candidates. Review of applications will begin immediately and will be ongoing.
In accordance with the guidelines of the International Taskforce on Child Protection, the United Nations International School adheres to a rigorous standard of recruitment practices and background checks, emphasizing the protection, safety, and welfare of our students.
COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY, EQUITY & INCLUSION
Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that someone meets 100% of the qualifications for a role. If much of this job posting describes you, then please apply for this role.
The United Nations International School provides equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, height, weight, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, mental or physical disability, pregnancy, alienage or citizenship status, marital status or domestic partner status, genetic information, genetic predisposition or carrier status, gender identity, HIV status, military status and any other category protected by law in all employment decisions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, compensation, training, promotion, upgrading, demotion, downgrading, transfer, lay-off and termination, and all other terms and conditions of employment.