Job Description
Job Description
Job Overview
Pay: $60-$62/hr
Grades 6-12
M-F position weekends off!
We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Registered Nurse to serve as a School Nurse, providing essential health services and support within an educational environment. This role offers an exciting opportunity to promote student health, manage acute and chronic conditions, and collaborate with school staff, parents, and healthcare providers. The ideal candidate will bring a proactive approach to health education, emergency response, and health regulation compliance, ensuring a safe and healthy school community. This paid position emphasizes professional growth while making a meaningful difference in students’ lives.
Responsibilities
- Assess student health needs through comprehensive evaluations, vital signs monitoring, and physical examinations.
- Administer medications, injections, first aid, CPR, AED operation, and emergency medical interventions as needed.
- Maintain accurate medical documentation within Electronic Health Record (EHR) systems while ensuring compliance with HIPAA regulations and patient confidentiality standards.
- Communicate effectively with parents regarding student health concerns, treatment plans, and emergency procedures.
- Collaborate with school staff to develop individualized health plans for students with chronic conditions or special needs.
- Conduct health education sessions focusing on wellness, injury prevention, and hygiene practices aligned with health regulations.
- Respond promptly to medical emergencies within the school setting, utilizing skills in acute care and emergency medicine.
Qualifications
- Diabetic experience is a MUST- must be familiar using Omnipod and Dexcom
- Valid licensure as a Registered Nurse through the State Board of Nursing with current registration in good standing.
- Proven experience in school nursing or pediatric care environments; experience in hospital medicine, emergency medicine, or Level I/II trauma centers is highly valued.
- Strong knowledge of medical-surgical nursing, physiology, anatomy, medical terminology, and infection control practices.
- Proficiency in EMR/EHR systems for accurate documentation and medical records management; familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) systems preferred.
- Demonstrated ability to perform venipuncture, IV insertion, medication administration, and basic life support (BLS), CPR certification required; AED operation skills essential.
- Excellent patient assessment skills combined with the ability to handle urgent situations calmly and efficiently.
- Knowledge of health regulations compliance including HIPAA standards and state Nursing Practice Acts; commitment to nursing policy adherence.
- Experience working with diverse populations including pediatrics and geriatrics; strong parent communication skills are essential.
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within a multidisciplinary team in an outpatient or clinic setting.
Join us in creating a safe learning environment where student well-being is prioritized! This paid position offers opportunities for professional development while making a positive impact on the lives of students every day.