School Nurse- CA

Cambridge Information Group Inc•San Jose, CA

26d•$12,000•Onsite

About The Position

The School Nurse is responsible for the care and supervision of all medical services for the Edconic Pre-College program. This includes attending to the medical needs of ill or injured campers and staff, administering medication, communicating with parents and counselors, organizing medical supplies and information, and documenting all procedures in the Student Information System. This is a temporary, live-in position that requires availability for the entire duration of the program, including training, program terms, and move-in/move-out dates.

Requirements

Minimum of 2 years of work experience in comparable positions.
Prior work in a university program, boarding school, or camp is particularly desirable.
Licenses as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in the state of New York preferred.
Experience working with children or youth.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Ability to maintain and administer all medications.
Ability to make decisions and take initiative under pressure.
Good communication skills.
Must be CPR Certified.
Must be available to work for the entire duration of the program, including virtual and in-person training, program terms, and move-in/move-out dates.
Expected to work up to 40 hours a week.
Required to be on call and work weekends.

Nice To Haves

Prior leadership experience.

Responsibilities

Assist in the organization of the health office.
Ensure First-Aid kits are supplied and maintained.
Maintain health forms.
Keep a daily log of office visits.
Administer over-the-counter drugs as needed.
Manage illness and injury.
Communicate with parents and counselors regarding illness and injury.
Serve as a medical resource, bridging the gap between basic medical knowledge and emergencies.
Provide First Aid for cuts, scrapes, bruises, bee stings, dehydration, and sunburn.