School Nurse at Ruidoso High School

Date:

July 17, 2026

Position:

School Nurse at Ruidoso High School

Qualifications:

• New Mexico Public Education Department School Nurse License or eligibility
  
• Current New Mexico RN License
  
• Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
  
• Verified First Aid and CPR Certification
  
• Experience working with students (preferred)
  
• Proficiency in data entry and word processing (preferred)
  
• Ability to maintain strict confidentiality of student health information
  
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
  
• Ability to work collaboratively with students, families, staff, and administration

Responsibilities:

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collect and manage student health and development data
  
• Evaluate and respond to illness complaints using professional judgment
  
• Administer first aid to students and staff
  
• Monitor and enforce immunization compliance per state guidelines
  
• Notify families of missing vaccinations and report data to appropriate agencies
  
• Refer families to local health services when needed
  
• Plan and conduct routine health screenings (e.g., vision, hearing)
  
• Maintain accurate student health records and accident documentation
  
• Promote health education and wellness throughout the school
  
• Collaborate with counselors, social workers, Special Education case managers and administrators to support Individual Health Plans (IHPs), 504 plans, and emergency response protocols
  
• Participate in school safety drills and crisis response planning
  
• Administer prescribed medications and monitor chronic conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes, seizures)
  
• Ensure documentation aligns with FERPA, HIPAA, and district policy
  
• Perform other duties as assigned

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to walk, stand, and move throughout the school campus for extended periods
  
• Ability to sit for extended periods to complete computer-based documentation and data entry
  
• Ability to lift up to 35 pounds unassisted (e.g., medical supplies, equipment)
  
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies, including kneeling, bending, or assisting a student from the floor
  
• Sufficient vision and hearing to assess student health needs
  
• Manual dexterity to use medical instruments and computer equipment
  
• Ability to perform CPR and other emergency medical procedures as needed 

Contract Period:

2026-27 School Year

Start Date:

August 6, 2026

Salary:

Per Ruidoso Municipal School District Salary Schedule

Application Process:

Application available online at www.ruidososchools.org or for more  information contact:

Victoria Bomer Principal Ruidoso High School 

bomerv@ruidososchools.org

125 Warrior Drive

Ruidoso, NM  88345

575-630-7906

~Or~

Human Resources

HR@ruidososchools.org

200 Horton Circle

Ruidoso, NM  88345

575-630-7002

SELECTION PROCESS
Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Selected candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Application Deadline:

Until filled

Selection Process:

Selected applicants will be interviewed following an initial screening of application materials submitted.