School Nurse Jobs in Missouri

School Nurse jobs in Missouri are concentrated in K-12 public school districts, charter networks, and private and parochial schools, with consistent demand from entry-level positions through lead district nurse roles. Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield anchor most of the hiring, where large districts and health-connected employers like Kansas City Public Schools, St. Louis Public Schools, and SSM Health-affiliated school programs maintain ongoing school nurse rosters. Pediatric case management, special education health support, and chronic disease coordination are among the most sought-after specialties in Missouri school settings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles38
Top employerState of Missouri
Top cityKansas City, MO
Cities hiring18
Work type100% On-site
Top industryEducation

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School Nurse (Part Time)
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School Nurse (Part Time)
Francis Howell School District
O'Fallon, Missouri
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Bachelor's degree
1,001-5,000

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Substitute School Nurse
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Substitute School Nurse
Riverview Gardens School District
Moline Acres, Missouri
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$25 - $30/hr
High school
501-1,000

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Long Term Substitute School Nurse
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Long Term Substitute School Nurse
Orchard Farm School District
Saint Charles, Missouri
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
201-500

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School Nurse & Health Records Coordinator
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School Nurse & Health Records Coordinator
Perry County School District #32
Perryville, Missouri
Administrative & Office Support
Customer Service
Healthcare Administration
On-Site
Bachelor of Science

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Part-Time School Nurse
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Part-Time School Nurse
St Peter Catholic Church Kansas City
Kansas City, Missouri
Allied Health
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing

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School Nurse Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Kansas City
7 jobs
St. Louis
6 jobs
Jefferson City
4 jobs
Hannibal
3 jobs
Kirkwood
2 jobs
O'Fallon
2 jobs
Springfield
2 jobs
West Plains
2 jobs
Lamar
1 job

School Nurse Job Market in Missouri

A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • State of Missouri12
  • USD3
  • Archdiocese of St. Louis2
  • North Kansas City Schools2
  • Jefferson City Public Schools2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Missouri Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in school nurse jobs across Missouri.

  • Active Missouri Registered Nurse license or a license recognized through Missouri endorsement
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree from an accredited program
  • Current CPR and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required at time of hire
  • Minimum one year of pediatric, community health, or school nursing experience preferred
  • Missouri School Nurse certification or willingness to obtain within district timeline
  • Strong knowledge of IEP health plan requirements and Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education guidelines

School Nurse Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a school nurse in Missouri?

To become a school nurse in Missouri, you must first hold an active Registered Nurse license issued or endorsed by the Missouri State Board of Nursing. Most districts additionally require or strongly prefer candidates who hold, or are working toward, a School Nurse certificate issued through the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, which requires a nursing degree and completion of approved education coursework. A BSN is the standard minimum education level for district positions.

How much do school nurses make in Missouri?

School nurses in Missouri earn a median of about $81,780 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,230 for the lowest 10% to over $104,390 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire school nurses in Missouri?

Employers hiring school nurses in Missouri right now include State of Missouri, USD, and Archdiocese of St. Louis, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Missouri's largest urban and suburban school districts, along with health services contractors that staff school buildings on behalf of districts, account for the majority of consistent openings across the state.

Which Missouri cities have the most school nurse jobs?

Kansas City, St. Louis, and Jefferson City have the most school nurse openings in Missouri. Kansas City and St. Louis lead because of their large urban district populations and the concentration of charter and private school networks in those metros, while Springfield reflects the volume of Springfield Public Schools, one of the largest single districts in the state, along with surrounding Greene County district positions.

Are there remote school nurse jobs in Missouri?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of school nurse openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, which reflects the hands-on, on-site nature of the role. The portions of school nursing most adaptable to remote work are telehealth consultation, care plan coordination, and health education program development for district-level or administrative positions.

How can I get hired as a school nurse in Missouri with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is applying to Missouri public school districts as a staff nurse or substitute school nurse, roles that many districts use to develop candidates without dedicated school experience. Kansas City and St. Louis districts periodically recruit new graduates willing to complete the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education school nurse certification alongside the role. Lateral moves from pediatric clinic nursing, school health aide positions, or community health nursing at Missouri Federally Qualified Health Centers also serve as credible stepping stones, and holding or actively pursuing the Missouri school nurse certificate gives candidates a measurable edge.

Where can I find and apply to school nurse jobs in Missouri?

You can find and apply to school nurse jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings updated regularly. Search the available positions, find roles that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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