Substitute School Nurse
LADACIN Network•Monmouth and Ocean County, NJ, NJ
•$50 - $55
About The Position
LADACIN is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Nurse Substitute – Certified School RN for its school program. The School Nurse Substitute promotes health and safety in the school environment and provides health and emergency services on an ongoing and as-needed basis. The role works with students, families, administrators, school-based staff, and other members of the transdisciplinary team.
Requirements
- Associate or Bachelor’s degree.
- Licensed Registered Nurse in the State of New Jersey.
- CPR and PALS certification.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with administrators, colleagues, school-based staff, students, parents, and community members.
- Must pass a criminal record history check and receive Department of Education clearance.
- Must pass or provide proof of a negative Mantoux test.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience working with individuals with multiple and physical disabilities.
Responsibilities
- Develop individual student health care and emergency plans according to physician orders.
- Administer and manage prescribed medications and perform nursing procedures in accordance with individual health care and emergency plans and Agency policy.
- Provide first aid to injured students and emergency first aid to staff.
- Communicate with parents or guardians regarding injuries or changes in a student’s health.
- Collaborate with parents or guardians, health care providers, public agencies, and school staff regarding student health needs.
- Assess student safety and health-related situations and follow appropriate treatment and reporting requirements.
- Participate in transdisciplinary meetings and consult with team members regarding students’ health status.
- Maintain accurate and updated student health records and required documentation.
- Facilitate mandated Department of Education screenings and communicate results to parents or guardians.
- Monitor student immunization records and notify parents and school administration of upcoming deadlines or potential compliance concerns.
- Assist with diagnostic clinics and implementation of the school nursing program.
- Provide nursing services during off-site visits and field trips.
- Participate in ongoing professional development, staff meetings, in-service training, and committees as assigned.
- Maintain compliance with Agency policies and procedures and applicable licensing and accreditation requirements.
Benefits
- Flexible part-time/substitute schedule.
- Competitive hourly compensation.
- Meaningful, mission-driven work.
- Supportive team environment.
- Collaborative interdisciplinary teams.
- Sick time benefits.
- Onsite childcare available in Monmouth County.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Associate degree
