MANAGER, NURSING AND STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES

Denver Public Schools•CO, CO

22d•$87,203 - $106,806•Onsite

About The Position

The Manager of Nursing and Student Health Services will be a key member of the Student Equity & Opportunity team and will plan, develop and implement quality school nursing services. The manager's role will include program development and management; staff leadership including coaching, training, and development; data management; and supports to ensure DPS students receive and state and federal mandated school health services. The manager will support school nurses in the areas of health office management, delegation, development of IEPS, 504, and health plans. The manager will create a team culture that is data-driven, values based, learning focused and achieves results.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Nursing is required
Minimum of three (3+) years experience working in nursing education and or school nursing or nursing administration pulps pediatric/adolescent nursing practice is required
Two (2+) years of supervisory or managerial experience is required
Registered Nurse License and CDE Initial or Professional School Nurse License is required
Knowledge of applicable laws and regulations is required
Strong organizational and analytic skills and strong attention to detail is required
Self-starter/leader who can anticipate department needs in a proactive (versus, reactive) manner is required
Ability to develop and interpret data and manage resources is required
Ability to motivate and influence others is required
Ability to effectively lead a team is required
Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office products including Word, Excel and Outlook is required
Ability to multi-task and juggle management of several high-priority projects in parallel is required
High degree of integrity in handling confidential information is required
Live and work with a permanent home address in Colorado while working with us.
Have the ability with or without accommodations to meet the physical demands of the position.

Nice To Haves

Master's Degree in Nursing or related field is preferred
Administrative license is preferred
Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, including the ability to lead a high-performing team is preferred
Ability to communicate diplomatically, persuasively, effective oral, written and presentation skills is preferred
Superior leadership, coaching and mentoring skills is preferred
Aptitude for variety and changing expectations and fast based environment is preferred
Knowledge of developmental psychology, therapeutic interventions, mental health is preferred
Experience providing staff supervision and support is preferred
Experience with organization budget management is preferred
Experience with data analyze and data driven decision making is preferred
Strong voice for social justice and equity is preferred
Ability to provide innovative solutions to challenging situations is preferred
Lead for racial and educational excellence and work to dismantle systems of oppression and inequity in our community, along with believing in and supporting all students so they feel seen and heard with access to high quality education.

Responsibilities

Elevates personal performance standards by focusing on professional expertise and management, guiding the team to embody shared core values in interactions across all levels— Internally, with schools, and with students.
Leads the team in redefining behavioral support priorities and navigating changes within the team and schools as new support systems are introduced
Defines a clear vision for nursing support in schools, establishing measurable annual goals that align with both the vision and the Student Equity & Opportunity strategic plan. Encourages and integrates fresh perspectives and innovative thinking throughout school support initiatives
Effectively plans and administers programs, allocating resources according to school requirements, including a successful model for deploying nursing services and other personnel. Applies management expertise, cultural behavioral knowledge, and data-driven decision-making to drive student growth and outcomes
Offers project management proficiency and subject matter guidance in developing new programs. Sets an example of exceptional customer service for school staff, central staff, and students
Cultivates a high-performance team characterized by shared objectives, goal achievement, and mutual responsibility. Exhibits visibility, positivity, and approachability to team members
Ensures decisions prioritize equity for all students, especially those of color and those facing health-related challenges, through a social justice perspective. Nurtures productive cross-functional relationships that enhance team and school efforts and foster positive student results
Other duties, as assigned