School Nurse Jobs in North Carolina
School Nurse jobs in North Carolina are in consistent demand, with openings concentrated across K-12 public school districts, charter school networks, and university health services, and opportunities ranging from entry-level positions to lead or district-level roles. The largest hiring activity centers on Charlotte-Mecklenburg, the Wake County and Raleigh metro area, and Guilford County around Greensboro, where major employers including Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools, Wake County Public School System, and UNC Health have an established presence. The most sought-after backgrounds in North Carolina school nursing include pediatric care experience, students with chronic condition management such as diabetes and asthma, and mental health crisis support. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Charter One works with schools across the country to provide all-inclusive education management services. At Charter One we pride ourselves on our thorough knowledge of charter school operations, academics, finance, human resources, information technology, marketing, and more. We handle the day-to-day work so that client school boards can focus on governance and policy issues to be sure that the vision and mission of the school are being carried out properly.
American Leadership Academy-Coastal is currently accepting applications for a Part Time School Nurse for the 2026-2027 school year. This is an on-site role. Candidates must be willing to undergo a background check.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Serves as the direct link between physicians, families and community health care services and agencies to enhance the quality and continuity of health care for all students.
- Assumes the responsibility for appropriate intervention, management and/or referral of all students.
- Provides basic first aid and general care for students to include administering medications.
- Provides relevant health instruction, counseling and guidance to students, parents, teachers and others concerning a variety of acute, chronic health problems, first aid, diseases and other health related topics.
- Upholds professional standards, laws pertaining to health and/or nursing care and district policies.
- Assists the school staff/administration in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating school health programs.
- Completes all state required screenings along with supportive documentation and compilation of reports. Provides reports to Director of Health Services.
- Delegates tasks according to NC state board of nursing.
- Oversees care provide by campus UAPs and Health Aides.
- Assists school personnel in establishing safe and sanitary conditions in the schools.
- Collaborates with parents and other care providers in assessing, planning, implementing and evaluating care and related school health activities.
- Utilizes established nursing process to assess, analyze, plan, implement, record and evaluate all nursing care.
- Implements school policies regarding communicable disease and infection including exclusion and readmission of students.
- Communicates reportable communicable disease outbreaks to local county health department and Director of Health Services.
- Monitors chronic illness and other health problems in students by preparing, implementing, and evaluating nursing care plans when appropriate.
- Advises school staff regarding modification of educational programs and/or environment to meet health needs of individual students.
- Advises teachers on health matters.
- Identifies and reports suspected child abuse and neglect per applicable laws and school district policies.
- Monitors and records immunization data per applicable laws and school district policies.
- Assists with Health crisis and reporting, serves as a resource for school personnel in navigating health crisis/emergencies to include mental health crisis/emergencies, collaborates with teams and leads debriefings as needed.
- Attends committee meetings and conferences regarding health services and health curriculum.
- Contributes to nursing and school health through innovations in theory and practice and participation in research.
- Participates in evaluation to assure quality of nursing care provided for student and staff.
- Other duties as assigned.
Candidates with the following skills will thrive as part of our growing team:
- Must be able to move about campus in case of emergencies; may have to do some lifting and transporting of students
- Must have the ability to work independently and make sound judgments and decisions in a wide variety of situations under pressure
- Knowledge of and adheres to all policies, procedures, regulations, and rules
Required Qualifications:
- Valid RN License required (must be licensed in the state of practice, if the practice state is part of the compact, a compact license will be accepted)
- Two years of nursing experience
- Current CPR Certification, AHA preferred
- Pass applicable background check
Preferred Qualifications:
- School Nurse Certification (may be required with 2 years of employment)
- Emergency and pediatric experience
American Leadership Academy- Coastal offers a competitive salary that is individually determined based on education and experience.
If you have any questions about the position, please send an email to coastal-jobs@charter.one
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The qualifications that appear most often in school nurse jobs across North Carolina.
- Active North Carolina Registered Nurse license issued by the North Carolina Board of Nursing
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree or an Associate Degree in Nursing with equivalent experience
- Current CPR and first aid certification recognized by a national accrediting body
- Experience working with pediatric or school-age populations in a clinical or community setting
- Familiarity with North Carolina Department of Public Instruction health services guidelines and reporting
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with parents, teachers, and community health providers
School Nurse Jobs in North Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a school nurse in North Carolina?
To become a school nurse in North Carolina, you must hold an active Registered Nurse license issued by the North Carolina Board of Nursing, which requires passing the NCLEX-RN after completing an accredited nursing program. Most public school districts in North Carolina also expect a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. While North Carolina does not mandate a separate school nurse certification for all districts, many employers prefer candidates who hold or are pursuing the National Board for Certification of School Nurses credential.
How much do school nurses make in North Carolina?
School nurses in North Carolina earn a median of about $84,350 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $67,660 for the lowest 10% to over $110,220 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire school nurses in North Carolina?
Employers hiring school nurses in North Carolina right now include Maxim Healthcare, Blue Ridge Health, and BAYADA Home Health Care, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. North Carolina's large public school districts, charter management organizations, and university systems are among the most consistent sources of school nurse openings across the state.
Which North Carolina cities have the most school nurse jobs?
Charlotte, Durham, and Monroe have the most school nurse openings in North Carolina. Charlotte leads because Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools is one of the largest school districts in the country, while the Raleigh and Durham area reflects the growth of Wake County and Durham Public Schools alongside major research university campuses, and Greensboro draws openings from Guilford County Schools and several private colleges.
Are there remote school nurse jobs in North Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. School nursing is a fundamentally hands-on role requiring physical presence to assess students, administer medications, and respond to health emergencies on campus. About 0% of school nurse openings tied to North Carolina are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be in health services coordination, telehealth triage support, or district-level policy and compliance roles rather than day-to-day campus nursing.
How can I get hired as a school nurse in North Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to large North Carolina public school districts that hire new graduate RNs and provide structured onboarding, with Wake County Public School System and Charlotte-Mecklenburg Schools both known for bringing in nurses without prior school-specific experience. Candidates who have completed clinical rotations in pediatric or community health settings are well positioned. Lateral moves from roles such as pediatric outpatient nurse, school-based health center nurse, or public health nurse at a North Carolina county health department are a common stepping stone, and enrolling in the National Board for Certification of School Nurses preparation pathway strengthens an application.
Where can I find and apply to school nurse jobs in North Carolina?
You can find and apply to school nurse jobs in North Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from school districts, charter networks, and other employers across the state. Find the roles that fit your background and apply directly to each one.
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