Public Health Nurse 1 (School Health Nurse 80%)

Public Health Nurse 1 (School Health Nurse 80%)

Salary

$61,617.00 - $67,162.00 Annually

Location

2500 Charlotte Ave, Nashville, TN

Job Type

Full Time Health Civil Service

Job Number

HEA05692

Division

Health

Opening Date

08/31/2026

• Description
• Benefits
• Questions

Position Description

The School Health Program of the Metro Public Health Department is seeking an experienced and enthusiastic individual to work in a dynamic and fast-paced work environment. This is your chance to work in a program that supports our Metro Nashville Public Schools by providing nursing services to the students of Nashville and Davidson County.

This Public Health Nurse position will work in the Metro Nashville/Davidson County Schools.

Salary is based on proof of Highest Education per below:

• Associate $63,466.00
• Bachelor $65,314.00
• Master $67,162.00

If you have any questions please contact MPHD HR at (615)-340-5640

Typical Duties

• Provides nursing services in Metro Nashville/Davidson County Schools.
• Evaluates the health needs of students attending assigned schools.
• Provides or arranges for selected screenings and assessments.
• Provides care coordination/case management.
• Provides generalized health services.
• Implements medication distribution system.
• Maintains student health records.
• Performs related duties.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for RN licensure in Tennessee.
• Diploma or Associate's Degree in nursing. Candidates with Diploma or Associate's Degree in nursing must establish a documented ability to competently perform all functions of this classification to be considered. Bachelor's degree from a state-approved school of nursing preferred.
• All public health nurses are required to complete a department approved Certificate in Public Health as a condition of continued employment. Possess required competencies upon hiring.
• Valid class "D" driver's license, use of personal vehicle, and maintenance of valid personal vehicle insurance as required by Tennessee Law.

Candidates with accreditations earned in a foreign institute are encouraged to apply, however at the present time MPHD is not sponsoring individuals through any of the US Governments employment-based immigration programs.

MPHD seeks to be a socially and culturally responsive organization that acknowledges and addresses historical and current inequities in our public health promotion and practice. Successful candidates will demonstrate the ability to work with multicultural communities.

Full-time, Civil Service positions -

10 Vacation Days per year (increasing after 5 years of service)

1 Sick Day per month

12 Paid Holidays per year

Public Safety - Sworn and Civilian positions -

20 vacation days per year

3 Personal days per year

1 Sick Day per month

12 paid holidays per year

Part-time, Non Civil Service positions - Visit HR and Benefits webpages for more information.

Full-time, Non Civil Service positions - contact hiring department for benefits information

Seasonal/Temporary positions - no benefits offered.

01

Are you Licensed or eligible for RN licensure in Tennessee ?

• Yes
• No

02

What is your highest level of education?

• Less than High School or GED
• High School or GED
• Nursing Diploma
• Associates Degree
• Bachelors Degree
• Advanced Degree

03

I understand that all related work history/experience, education, certifications and/or licenses must be reflected on my application for this position. I further understand that an incomplete or misleading application may result in disqualification.

• Yes

Required Question

Employer Metropolitan Government of Nashville & Davidson County

Address Human Resources Division

700 President Ronald Reagan Way, Suite 201

Nashville, Tennessee, 37210

Phone (615) 862-6640

Website https://www.nashville.gov/departments/human-resources/employment-opportunities