School RN Lead

Waveny LifeCare Network•Wilton, CT

About The Position

The School RN Lead will provide comprehensive leadership and direction for the School Health Services Program across the district. This role involves supervising nursing staff, managing budgets and supplies, ensuring compliance with regulations, and maintaining accurate student health records. The Lead RN will also provide direct nursing care, develop health plans, conduct screenings, and respond to crisis events. Additionally, the position requires strong collaboration with various health departments, healthcare providers, school staff, parents, and administration to promote student wellness and academic success.

Requirements

Current, unencumbered license to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Connecticut.
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) required.
Current CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer certification.
Significant clinical nursing experience, preferably in public health, pediatrics, or school nursing.
Proven leadership or supervisory experience in a clinical or educational setting.
Experience developing and managing individualized health care plans for students or patients with complex medical needs.
Strong working knowledge of Connecticut school health regulations, HIPAA, and FERPA.
Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, parents, and district leadership.

Responsibilities

Provide comprehensive leadership and direction for the School Health Services Program across the district.
Supervise, evaluate, and support all school nursing staff, including Registered Nurses and Health Assistants.
Plan and provide orientation for new nursing staff.
Organize and lead regular staff meetings and professional development to ensure adherence to current nursing practices.
Prepare the annual Board of Education School Health Office Supplies Budget.
Prepare requisitions and allocate supplies and equipment for the School Health Services Program across all schools.
Maintain awareness of current State and District regulations, policies, and procedures to ensure total program compliance.
Coordinate a system to maintain accurate student health records, oversee statistical reports, and complete mandated State surveys.
Provide consultation to nursing staff on the management of children with typical and special health care needs.
Provide direct nursing care to students, including illness and injury assessment, medication administration, and emergency response.
Develop and manage Individualized Health Care Plans (IHCP) and Emergency Health Care Plans for students with chronic and complex medical needs.
Conduct mandated health screenings (vision, hearing, scoliosis, etc.) and ensure immunization compliance across the student population.
Provide nursing support for medically fragile students during transportation and field trips as required.
Support summer school nursing coverage and nursing support for school-sponsored activities.
Respond to crisis events and provide bereavement support when requested.
Serve as the primary liaison between the School Health Program, the State and local Health Departments, and local Health Care Providers.
Initiate regular communication and collaboration with the School Medical Advisor to maintain current Standing Orders, Medical Protocols, and communicable disease surveillance.
Participate actively as a member of school interdisciplinary teams, including PPT, 504, Emergency Preparedness, and Tools for Schools committees.
Interpret and effectively communicate school health policies and procedures to staff, parents, and administration.
Collaborate with teachers, parents, and healthcare providers to promote student wellness, safety, and academic success.
Provide health education and consultation to students, faculty, staff, and the broader school community.
Communicate with physicians and families to coordinate and optimize care for individual students.