Preschool Health and Wellness Coordinator (Pediatric Health & Wellness)
LeafSpring School at Cornelius
- Cornelius, NC
- $18.00-22.00 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: 18110 Statesville Rd. Cornelius, NC 28031
Job Type: Full-Time
Compensation: Competitive Pay | Based on Experience
Industry: Early Childhood Education | Pediatric Nursing | School Health ServicesJoin Our Caring Team at LeafSpring Schools!At LeafSpring Schools, we go beyond traditional child care. Our unique on-site Get Well Place sets us apart by offering short-term care for mildly ill children while supporting wellness throughout the campus. We’re currently seeking a Preschool Health and Wellness Coordinator to join our leadership team and champion child wellness, illness prevention, and health education for our students and staff.Why Work at LeafSpring Schools?
- Paid time off and holidays, including your birthday!
- Work-life balance is a priority: no evening or weekend shifts.
- Heavily discounted tuition and free access to the Get Well Place for your own child when ill
- Paid training and continuing education opportunities
- Tuition reimbursement for professional development
- Meals provided daily
- Positive, team-driven culture focused on collaboration and learning
- Provide direct nursing care to children with minor illnesses, chronic conditions, and injuries
- Manage the daily operation of the Get Well Place, ensuring compliance with state and local health regulations
- Perform daily health screenings and wellness checks across the student population
- Develop and implement individualized health care plans in collaboration with families and teachers as needed
- Coordinate medication administration, immunization records, and emergency care protocols
- Act as a liaison between families, staff, and pediatric health providers
- Conduct staff training on basic safety protocols, hygiene practices, and communicable disease prevention
- Monitor and document all health-related incidents, exposures, and care outcomes
- Support children with special medical needs, developmental delays, or allergies in the classroom setting
- Participate in Quality Assurance inspections, licensing visits, and health audits
- Stay current with public health trends and integrate best practices into daily procedures
- Current CNA license in the state of North Carolina or currently enrolled, in good standing, in a nursing program leading to eligibility to be licensed as a Registered Nurse.
- High school diploma, GED, or equivalent education.
- Equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Friendly and professional bedside manner.
- Understand the legal implications of patient care.
- 2 years of CNA experience.
- Minimum 2 years of recent pediatric, school nurse, or community health nursing experience
- CPR and First Aid certification (or ability to obtain within 6 months of hire)
- Familiarity with infection control protocols, medication documentation, and child illness policies
- Proficient in basic technology and electronic health documentation
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional school teams
- A genuine passion for working with children in a preschool or early learning center setting
- School Nurse, Pediatric RN, Public Health Nurse, or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
- Prior experience in early childhood education, daycare, health services, or preschool wellness
- Experience in care coordination, staff supervision, or nursing in community-based environments