Coordinator of Health Services
- Exempt
Primary Function
To coordinate health care services for the York County School Division and to provide leadership consultation to the School Board, superintendent, administrators, school-based health services staff, teachers, school staff, students and parents in all matters pertaining to health services.
Minimum Qualifications
- Certified Registered Nurse
- Bachelor’s degree
- Experience working with children preferred
- At least 3 to 5 years of school nursing experience preferred
- Certification in CPR
- Follow Nurse Practice Acts of Virginia
- Possess valid Virginia driver’s license
- Oral and written communication skills required to perform all required duties and responsibilities
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
- Understanding of best practices for student health
- Effective communication with school personnel, students, parents, and members of the community
- Proficient use of the computer, internet and multi-media applications
- Ability to prepare clear and concise written reports
- Ability to quickly learn procedures used to report information and maintain records
- Ability to speak in front of a group and lead professional development sessions
Performance Responsibilities
- Develop and coordinate a health services program to meet the medical needs of all students
- Develop, review and revise written health policies for the school division as needed
- Comply with FERPA/HIPAA laws and regulations, respecting and following confidentiality guidelines for records and information
- Interpret state health regulations and develop appropriate programs to comply with the regulations
- Serve as a liaison among the professional medical community, Peninsula Health District, various departments and schools within the school division, administrators, teachers, staff, students, parents, and health services providers
- Provide leadership and guidance regarding health issues to the School Board, superintendent, administrators, school-based health services staff, teachers, staff, and parents.
- As needed, discuss individual student health needs with division and school staff, students and parents
- Provide health education materials and information as needed to staff, students, and parents
- Design and present professional development sessions as needed to division staff and school-based health services staff.
- Develop orientation sessions for school-based health services staff.
- Serve on the YCSD Health Advisory Board
- Update division documents annually regarding requirements for physicals and immunizations
- Oversee school-based updates for annual physical examination of students' vision, hearing, blood pressure, and vaccinations, per Virginia State guidelines.
- Participate in epidemiological investigations and other studies as applied to schools
- In emergency situations, provide direct nursing care at the school level to students and staff such as first-aid services, administering medication, emergency health care, and nursing care as prescribed by a medical provider
- Ensure that OSHA standards concerning contact with, and possible exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious body materials within schools or employment settings are met
- Assist with the preparation and management of the YCSD Health Services budget
- Maintain equipment information for school-based clinics and requisition supplies/equipment as needed.
- Follow procedures for suspected child abuse and neglect.
- Supervise and provide clinical oversight for all school-based health services staff, including Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and substitute nurses.
- For Licensed Practical Nurses assigned to school-based roles:
- Provide ongoing clinical supervision in accordance with the Virginia Nurse Practice Act
- Conduct regular and structured check-ins (at minimum weekly) to review student health concerns, clinic operations, and clinical decision-making
- Review and approve Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs), Emergency Care Plans (ECPs), and care protocols for students with chronic or complex health needs
- Ensure LPNs are practicing within scope of licensure and adhering to division policies and clinical standards
- Serve as the primary clinical resource for consultation, remaining available during school hours for guidance and escalation of student health concerns
- Establish and enforce clear escalation procedures for situations exceeding LPN scope of practice, including emergencies and complex medical conditions
- Conduct periodic documentation reviews and audits, including medication administration records and clinic logs, to ensure compliance and accuracy
- Provide initial training, ongoing professional development, and annual competency validation for LPN staff
- Conduct site visits to schools staffed by LPNs to observe practice, provide feedback, and support continuous improvement
- Collaborate with building administrators to address school-level health service needs, concerns, and performance
- Substitute for school-based health services staff vacancies/absences as needed.
- Assist with the interview process for school-based health services staff.
- Assist with the interview process for substitute nurses.
- Perform other duties as assigned by Director/Associate Directors of Student Services
Working Conditions and Physical Requirements
Duties are performed in an office, school and clinical setting. Must have ability to communicate effectively both verbally and written with or without accommodation, to provide in-service training sessions and communicate with public. Visual acuity necessary to observe medical condition, patient conditions make diagnosis and/or effect appropriate first aid treatment. Manual dexterity to provide appropriate treatment when necessary. Occasional lifting may be required to lift or move a patient. Must be able to get to clinic sites.
Position Type: Exempt
Reports to: Director/Associate Directors of Student Services
Terms of Employment: Twelve months a year. Salary according to School Board Pay Plan.
Evaluation: Job performance will be evaluated in accordance with School Board policy and administrative regulations on evaluation of certificated personnel.
Revised: 6/8/2026