School Nurse

Collingwood School is a gender-inclusive day school located on two campuses in West Vancouver, BC.

Our vision is socially responsible students pursuing passions for a better world. We are committed to contributing positively to our local and global communities, environmental stewardship, and supporting the wellbeing, and inclusion of all people. Through the pursuit of passions, students will find their unique purpose in the world.

At Collingwood, we seek faculty and staff who work together to ensure everyone feels a sense of belonging. We are a vibrant community of passionate educators and learners, dedicated to excellence and continuous improvement. We live our values of courage, curiosity and community to be in service of others, and who are inspired by our mission to inspire and support young people for meaningful lives. Be part of inspiring students to pursue their passions for a better world.

We are committed to advancing equity, diversity, and inclusion within our community and to fostering a barrier-free workplace. We encourage applications from all qualified candidates, including Indigenous Peoples, Black people, people of colour, persons with disabilities, and individuals of all genders, gender identities, and sexual orientations, including members of the 2SLGBTQ+ community.

Collingwood recognizes that diversity enriches our learning environment and strengthens our ability to support and inspire students. We welcome candidates who will contribute to the diversity of perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds within our school community. Accommodation is available to applicants throughout the recruitment and hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact us, and we will work with you to meet your needs in accordance with applicable legislation.

We are seeking a School Nurse at our Morven Campus (Grades 8 - 12). The School Nurse supports the health and well-being of Grades 8–12 students by providing direct care, health education, and preventative services, while working closely with the Student Support Team to ensure coordinated care. They serve as a trusted resource for students, staff, and families, balancing clinical care with guidance and advocacy. This is a Permanent Full Time position (1.00 FTE), and this role works in partnership with a 2nd School Nurse (0.50 FTE) in the campus’s health centre, and works during the school year (when school is in session).

This position starts mid October, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Assess, respond to, and manage both emergent and non-emergent health concerns.

• Provide guidance and counselling to students, parents, faculty, and staff on mental and physical health matters.

• Deliver education on current health trends, communicable diseases, wellness practices, and preventive strategies to promote long-term health.

• Maintain and review medical documentation to ensure accurate records of students’ and staff’s health status.

• Participate in weekly Student of Concern meetings and contribute to discussions on the Health and Safety Committee.

• Perform nursing procedures within the licensed scope of practice, following established policies and procedural guidelines.

Required qualifications

• Current BCCNP registration in good standing as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with BC College of Nurses and Midwives (BCCNM)

• Valid Basic Life Support (HCP) Certification

• A minimum 2 years experience in a pediatric setting and/or acute care setting

• OFA 2 or 3 Certification an asset

• Effective management skills and ability to prioritize tasks

• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with colleagues

• Discretion regarding the handling of sensitive and confidential information pertaining to student, parent, faculty and staff

• Canadian residency and legally entitled to work in Canada
  

Our “Must Haves”

• Respect, dignity and inclusion for all members of the community

• Collaborative mind-set and courageous approach to adversity

• Demonstrated communications skills (oral and written)

• Creative “out-of-the-box” thinker

• Flexible and adaptable and embraces change

• Proven work ethic with utmost integrity

• Enthusiasm, eagerness and genuine interest in all aspects of the school’s success

• Self-awareness, with a desire for constant self improvement (goal-oriented)

We offer professional development opportunities, competitive salaries, a generous benefits package, health and wellness initiatives, along with one of the most beautiful locations in Canada to work!

The annual hiring range for this position is from $55,720 to $69,650. Please contact our Human Resources department at [email protected] for questions or further clarification regarding the salary range.