Part-Time School Nurse
About The Position
The Ecclesial School offers a rich learning atmosphere, vibrant Christian community, and classical liberal arts curriculum to children of diverse social and economic backgrounds. As the pilot campus of The Ecclesial Schools Initiative network, we are educating children from the heart of the Church for the life of families, communities, and ultimately the World. The school nurse serves this mission by ensuring our students have healthy bodies in addition to healthy souls. Beyond administering medications and tending to sick or injured children, the nurse also supports wellness among students and their families as well as faculty and administration.
Requirements
- Loves learning and loves children.
- Actively engaged in the life of the local Church.
- Committed to professional growth.
- Passionate about the mission and vision of The Ecclesial School.
- Degree in nursing or related field in medicine (minimum B.A. or B.S.).
- Experience as a nurse or medical/health professional (3-5 years preferred).
- Maintains First Aid and CPR certifications and continuing education to for Nursing license
- Experience as a school nurse.
- Experience in cross-cultural communication.
Responsibilities
- Administers medications
- Maintains stock of first aid supplies and basic medications
- Advises the school leadership in first aid procedures and protocols
- Promotes habits of good personal hygiene
- Advises school leadership in decisions regarding public health
- Advises parents about importance of sleep, nutrition, and minimizing screen time
- Collaborates with faculty (e.g., gardening or PE) to plan wellness initiatives
- Prepares for and participates in professional development activities
- Attends school activities or programs as noted on the staff calendar
- Gives generously of time in order to foster relationships with students
- Maintains timely and appropriate contact with parents
- Speaks the truth in love to students, colleagues, and administrators
- In collaboration with school administration, maintains documentation on internal and external policies as well email templates to the school community.
- Actively engages with students and participates in day-to-day school interactions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Number of Employees
1-10 employees
