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 building a diverse and inclusive workforce by ensuring a barrier-free work environment. We welcome applications from all qualified job seekers, including BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour), persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQ (persons of all sexual orientations and genders). If you are an applicant with a disability, we will work with you to make reasonable workplace accommodations you may need for your best work performance. 

We are seeking a School Nurse (RN or LPN) at our Wentworth Campus (Grade JK - 7) to provide coverage for a maternity leave starting January 12, 2026. The successful candidate will be a detail oriented, flexible, organized and empathetic individual who is looking to become a part of a vibrant educational community. This is a Part Time Contract position for 20 hours a week for the remainder of the school year.

Responsibilities

• Respond to and manage emergent and non-emergent health concerns
• Provide counselling services to students, parents, faculty and staff regarding mental and physical health concerns
• Educate students, parents, faculty and staff regarding current trends in communicable diseases, general health and well-being, and prevention tactics for longevity
• Review and maintain medical documentation as it applies to the health status of a student or faculty/staff member
• Perform nursing procedures within licensed scope of practice and as per established nursing policies and procedures 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 $29,153 to $32,776. Candidates with strong skills and experience may be considered for a higher starting salary. Please contact our Human Resources department at  questions or further clarification regarding the salary range.

Futures start here. If this role is a good fit, we would love to hear from you  Please submit a cover letter detailing your suitability for the position along with your resume, including three employment references, by November 7, 2025.

We sincerely thank all applicants for your interest; however, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. 

Please visit our website for more information about our school.