School Nurse

Camden City School District • Camden, NJ

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The School Nurse in Camden City School District holds a critical school-based position, working closely with students, families, staff members, and the School Doctor to ensure that the health needs of all students are met. The School Nurse provides healthcare and support to students in accordance with the regulations of the Local and State Boards of Education. This role is responsible for collecting and maintaining all student health and immunization records, and for communicating all health-related issues to parents and guardians. Through this role, the School Nurse works to build healthy, beneficial relationships with students, staff, and community members to ensure students' basic health needs are met so they can succeed academically.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university
• Valid New Jersey Registered Nurse license
• New Jersey School Nurse Standard Certificate
• Current Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and Automated external defibrillators (AED) certificates
• A valid driver's license as well as current insurance and vehicle with valid registration
• Required criminal history background check, TB test and physical, and proof of U.S. citizenship or legal resident alien status

Nice To Haves

• Preferred experience working with low-income students
• Demonstrated experience managing records and complex data systems
• An ability to work independently and manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously
• A desire to grow professionally and seek out new opportunities to learn
• A commitment to the success of all Camden students; specifically in providing excellent healthcare to students and building relationships with parents and the community
• Preferred knowledge of the Camden community
• Outstanding interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Exemplary oral and written communication skills
• An ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment
• A willingness to go above and beyond to contribute to the success of a dynamic team committed to a new future for urban education
• An ability to demonstrate the qualities of flexibility, zest, grit, hope and gratitude through past experiences

Responsibilities

• Manage and complete all physical examinations and screenings required by the Board of Education
• Communicate all health-related issues with parents and school administration, and continuously monitor parental actions taken to address concerns
• Collect and maintain immunization records, including but not limited to diphtheria, pertussis, tetanus, polio and smallpox
• Track and monitor medical records for each child, following up on any missing information
• Provide first-aid support in emergency situations and to Renaissance School students, employees, and visitors in emergency situations
• Conduct periodic inspections alongside a medical inspector to ensure that the sanitary conditions of the school are up to par
• Serve as point-person to all stakeholders in regards to questions about the school health program
• Support projects and initiatives in other divisions and departments throughout CCSD on an as-needed basis
• Other duties as assigned by the Supervisor or Supervisor's designee

Benefits

• Full medical, dental, prescription and vision coverage, including spouse, child and family coverage
• Mandatory enrollment in NJ Pension (TPAF)
• Optional pre-tax benefits available, including flexible spending accounts for childcare, healthcare and transportation

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level