School Nurse - District Wide

Marlborough Public Schools•Marlborough, MA

20h

About The Position

The School Nurse promotes and maintains students’ physical and emotional health throughout the district. The nurse performs skilled nursing procedures, provides first aid and emergency care, administers prescribed medications, and maintains complete and confidential electronic health records. The role includes conducting health screenings and assessments, developing and following up on individual health care plans, reviewing immunization and medical records, and supporting student wellness and attendance. The nurse serves as a health resource and liaison for students, families, faculty, staff, and the community; contributes to team and staff meetings; and maintains the health office, equipment, and supplies. Occasional supervision of students with medical needs during transportation may be required. The position reports to Building Principals and the Superintendent or a designee.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited institution.
Valid, current Massachusetts Registered Nurse license.
Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education School Nurse license.
Previous pediatric experience.
Current CPR/AED certification from a recognized provider.
Professional nursing knowledge and ability to keep nursing skills and knowledge current.
Active listening, service orientation, decision-making, problem-solving, and accuracy skills.
Ability to use Microsoft software, including Excel, Word, and Outlook, databases, electronic health records, and web-based tracking sites.
Strong communication skills, including regular in-person and telephone contact and some email contact.
Sensitivity to others’ needs and feelings, and the ability to be helpful and understanding.
Ability to work collaboratively and respectfully as part of a team.
Dependability and responsibility in fulfilling work obligations.

Responsibilities

Perform skilled nursing procedures safely and competently.
Promote and maintain the optimal physical and emotional health of students.
Provide first aid and emergency care for injuries and illnesses, and complete required documentation.
Notify parents of illnesses and accidents occurring during school hours and complete appropriate accident forms.
Keep a daily log of students seen in the health room.
Conduct screenings and report information as appropriate.
Maintain accurate, timely, descriptive, complete, and confidential documentation in the electronic health record.
Collect and evaluate student and school data to help promote and improve student learning, growth, and development, including physical, emotional, behavioral, substance-use, family, nutritional, environmental, school-culture, and safety assessments.
Support student wellness through differentiated health education and appropriately designed and delivered health care practices.
Develop individual health care plans for students and regularly follow up on progress.
Serve as a liaison and resource for students, faculty, and the community on health-related issues during the school day.
Inform teachers and staff about medical issues that may affect their work.
Identify medical or emotional health causes of absenteeism and contribute to plans to reduce absences when possible.
Administer prescribed medication according to policy.
Follow school district, Department of Public Health, and Department of Education health regulations, policies, and procedures, as well as Massachusetts nursing standards of conduct.
Review student immunization and medical records before school admission.
Update confidential lists of students with medical concerns and share information with appropriate school personnel.
Participate in team and staff meetings and present findings, nursing guidelines, and recommendations.
Provide students, families, and faculty with resources on school safety and environmental health issues.
Maintain the health office and assigned equipment and supplies.
On occasion, supervise students with medical needs during transportation.