Full-Time School Nurse RN
About The Position
Clifford Academy, a Special Education school on the campus of the Home in Walpole, MA is seeking a School Nurse. The Nurse provides skilled nursing assessments, administers routine emergency first aid, and manages the medical needs of students and staff. They conduct state-mandated health screenings. The Nurse coordinates medication and first aid procedures for all off-campus trips. In addition, the Nurse acts as a liaison between the parents of students with complex medical or emotional needs school and medical professionals. When you join The Home for Little Wanderers, you join a team of professionals dedicated to creating better, brighter futures for kids. To learn more about the incredible impact our employees have on the lives of children and families, click here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DXedSArtYbg How You'll Be Making a Difference Assessing and treating a range of illnesses. Managing chronic diseases. Administering medication. Linking students with insurance and/or primary care providers. Providing first aid and emergency care for a range of injuries and health conditions Identifying school students at risk for a variety of issues such as teen pregnancy, alcohol abuse, bullying, and depression. Completing health screenings (e.g., body mass index (BMI) measurements). Providing support and referral resources for children and their families experiencing acute crisis or emotional upheaval. Counseling and/or educating students in small groups or as individuals concerning medical issues. Monitoring and assessing compliance with immunization standards as per DPH regulations. Developing and maintaining contacts with medical persons or facilities who might provide direct service or consultation. Participating in meetings about students when medical input, interpretation or consultation is needed. Maintaining updated health records. Collaborating with school administrators, teachers, parents and local public health and safety officials to help plan and implement a wide range of health promotion programs such as tobacco cessation, nutrition, skin cancer screening, etc. Developing strategies for modeling healthy habits and behaviors within the school Supporting public health functions such as asthma surveillance and participation in community influenza pandemic planning.
Requirements
- A valid license to practice as a registered nurse in Massachusetts
- Valid certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation
- A minimum of two years of community health or pediatric nursing experience
- Computer literacy and competency in use of existing technology
- Completed the required Massachusetts school nurse competencies or be willing to attend and complete courses
- Strong communication skills
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing preferred
- A license by Department of Secondary and Elementary Education preferred
Responsibilities
- Assessing and treating a range of illnesses.
- Managing chronic diseases.
- Administering medication.
- Linking students with insurance and/or primary care providers.
- Providing first aid and emergency care for a range of injuries and health conditions
- Identifying school students at risk for a variety of issues such as teen pregnancy, alcohol abuse, bullying, and depression.
- Completing health screenings (e.g., body mass index (BMI) measurements).
- Providing support and referral resources for children and their families experiencing acute crisis or emotional upheaval.
- Counseling and/or educating students in small groups or as individuals concerning medical issues.
- Monitoring and assessing compliance with immunization standards as per DPH regulations.
- Developing and maintaining contacts with medical persons or facilities who might provide direct service or consultation.
- Participating in meetings about students when medical input, interpretation or consultation is needed.
- Maintaining updated health records.
- Collaborating with school administrators, teachers, parents and local public health and safety officials to help plan and implement a wide range of health promotion programs such as tobacco cessation, nutrition, skin cancer screening, etc.
- Developing strategies for modeling healthy habits and behaviors within the school
- Supporting public health functions such as asthma surveillance and participation in community influenza pandemic planning.
Benefits
- Generous time off including up to 15 days per year for new full-time employees, plus 11 holidays, and 5 sick days
- Health, Vision and Dental Insurance available
- Extensive training to new staff
- Tuition reimbursement of up to $2,400 per fiscal year
- 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
- Employer paid Long-term and Short-term Disability Insurance, plus Basic Life and AD&D Insurance
- And more!
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
