Position Description

UWC-USA is a two-year, co-ed boarding school in Montezuma, New Mexico, founded in 1982. It educates roughly 220 students aged 16–19 from over 70-90 countries, focusing on the International Baccalaureate (IB) diploma, experiential education, community service, and environmental stewardship.

The Temporary Part-Time Registered Nurse (RN) reports to the Head School Nurse and provides on-campus health services in the school's on-site Health Clinic. This position ensures safe clinical practice, accurate documentation, and continuity of care during two consecutive workdays per week (Monday/Tuesday or Thursday/Friday).

Compensation and Schedule

• 16 hours of work over two consecutive days (Mon/Tues or Thurs/Fri); exact hours to be determined with the Head School Nurse, within the hours of 8AM to 6PM
• Hourly rate of $36/hour; no benefits
• One night of on-site accommodation provided per week
• All meals provided during the two scheduled workdays

Position Responsibilities

Description of Tasks Performed

• Provide medical care to students as needed
• Administer prescribed and over-the-counter medications
• Maintain secure medication storage in accordance with school policy
• Maintain accurate, current documentation of treatments, events, and incidents
• Report student absences due to illness, appointments, or hospitalization
• Support emergency response procedures as required

All UWC-USA employees are expected to support the UWC mission and contribute to a collaborative, inclusive campus environment. This includes upholding safeguarding practices, demonstrating professionalism, and fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Position Qualifications

Skills Required

• Current (active) New Mexico RN license
• Experience assessing and providing student health services related to injuries and illnesses
• Ability to follow school policies, procedures, and health regulations
• Strong documentation and organizational skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to remain calm and composed during emergencies
• Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally
• Ability to work independently within a small team environment
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds

  Working Conditions

  Physical Demands	Hazards
  Sitting or standing for extended periods Walking across campus Pushing or pulling to assist students as needed Lifting and carrying up to 50 lbs Bending and kneeling	Contact with blood and other bodily fluids Potential exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases Exposure to antiseptics, disinfectants, and biomedical waste

  This position description is intended to indicate the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities. UWC-USA reserves the right to modify duties as needed in alignment with institutional priorities.

  Equal Employment Opportunity

  UWC-USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive community and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.

  Application Materials

  • Resume
  • Copy of current New Mexico RN license
  • Cover letter outlining interest, relevant experience and availability