School Nurse

SCHOOL NURSE 

Part-time (FTE: 0.494) Fixed Term Contract – 26/10/2026 to 11/12/2027 (Parental Leave Cover)

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking a qualified school nurse whose responsibilities will include delivering direct nursing care and managing individual health cases for students and staff, including the administration of prescribed medications; providing first aid and emergency care; maintaining accurate health records; communicating effectively with parents, caregivers, and staff; and offering tailored health support for students with additional needs.

DETAILS SPECIFIC TO THIS POSITION

The school nurse delivers comprehensive nursing services within a primary healthcare setting to all members of the school community, including students, staff, and visitors. They will leverage and expand their skills and knowledge, with a commitment to ongoing professional development to enhance their expertise. The School Nurse is accountable for maintaining high standards of nursing care.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITY

·         Competency in First Aid and responding to emergencies.

·         Knowledge of the role of Registered General Nurses or Enrolled Nurses in an educational setting would be advantageous.

·         Understanding of adolescent and adult health issues.

·         Familiarity with the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law Act 2009 and the Health Practitioner Regulation National Law (SA) Act 2010.

·         Awareness of the Australian Nursing and Midwifery Council (ANMC) National Competencies for Registered and Enrolled Nurses and Midwives

·         Understanding of the Professional Conduct for Nurses NMBA 2018 and the Commissioner for Public Employment Code of Conduct for Public Employees

·         Knowledge of legislative responsibilities, Quality Improvement Systems, and the Approved Code of Practice for First Aid in the Workplace as it applies to an educational setting.

·         Proficiency in computing skills and the MS Office suite

PERSONAL REQUIREMENTS

·         To build rapport and connect with students of all ages.

·         You will need to demonstrate a sincere commitment to Jesus Christ, the philosophy of Christian Education, and be actively involved in your local church.

·         Effective communication skills including, problem-solving, conflict resolution and negotiation skills

·         Ability to work effectively as an individual and within a team

·         Ability to prioritise workload

·         Ability to be creative, innovative and flexible when approaching issues within an educational school setting

·         Some out of hours work may be required e.g., attendance at after-school events or school camps

APPLICATION PROCESS

Applicants will need to request an application form, which can be obtained by emailing employment@cedarcollege.sa.edu.au.

Applications Close: 4pm. Friday, 28th August 2026