Job Description

Frustrated with cookie-cutter education models? So are we. At The Heron Institute, we create schools that adapt to real-world needs—because every community deserves a chance to thrive.

Job Description

Anticipated Salary : $48,000-68,000. This is an exempt position.

Time Off Plan : 10 days of PTO, 8 weeks of summer break, all teacher/counselor holidays

The School Nurse serves as the primary health services coordinator for students, ensuring safe access to education by managing health plans, supporting chronic and acute medical needs, and collaborating with families and school teams. This role bridges health and education by promoting student wellness, ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations for current and enrolling students, and supporting the whole child in a virtual and in-person learning environment.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.
● Provide nursing assessment, triage, and guidance for student health concerns in both virtual and in-person settings
● Develop, implement, and monitor Individual Health Plans (IHPs), Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), and health-related components of 504 Plans and IEPs
● Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations (FERPA, HIPAA, IDEA, Section 504, state health requirements)
● Maintain accurate and confidential health records and documentation in school systems
● Collaborate with families, teachers, and Student Services teams to support student health needs and access to instruction
● Coordinate care for students with chronic health conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes, seizures, severe allergies)
● Respond to and manage medical emergencies during in-person events, testing, or school activities
● Provide training and guidance to staff on student health needs, emergency protocols, and accommodations
● Manage immunization compliance and health requirements for enrollment and for grade appropriate requirements
● Participate in multidisciplinary team meetings and contribute to student support planning
● Support mental health awareness and refer students to appropriate services as needed
● Travel to in-person events, testing sites, or student locations as required

Required Education and Experience

 ● Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of South Carolina

 ● Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

 ● Minimum of 2–3 years of nursing experience, preferably in pediatric, community health, or school settings

 ● Experience working with children and adolescents with diverse medical needs

 ● Knowledge of school health regulations, IEPs, 504 Plans, and health-related compliance requirements preferred

 ● Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

 ● Ability to work independently in a virtual environment and manage multiple priorities

 ● Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and Outlook; Experience using databases; Web profi ciency

 ● Ability to clear required background check

Supervisory Responsibilities 

This position has 0 direct reports.

Top Perks

As a staff member at The Heron Institute, you’ll enjoy:
• Benefi ts: Health care, dental, life insurance, and retirement through PEBA - Keep your service credit!

 • No car or lunch duty!

 • Laptop provided by the school and eligibility for internet reimbursement

Location All staff must reside in the state of South Carolina.

This position is onsite in Greenville, SC, or Columbia, SC, with the following travel expectations:

 ● Attend local student outing 1-2 times per semester

 ● Attend in-person professional development 1-3 times per semester

 ● Attend back-to-school professional development in July (1-3 consecutive days)

 ● Participate in in-person student testing

 ● Travel within South Carolina to perform in-person assessments

 ● Occasional travel between in-person sites 

 ● Additional details on travel will be provided in the interview process

Additional Information

We offer state health benefi ts and retirement through PEBA as well as deferred compensation through Empower and supplemental plans through Colonial Life. Learn more: Working at CASC/HVASC

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This is a full-time position. Ability to work independently, typically 40+ hours per week is required. 

The above job is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and standards of the position. Incumbents will follow any other instructions, and perform any other related duties, as assigned by their supervisor.

This is an annual contract position.

The Heron Institute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected Veteran status age, or genetics, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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