Description
Are you interested in working as a School Nurse with students in public, private, parochial, elementary, and high schools?
We are currently seeking Registered Nurses to work in a school setting. In this position you will cover any acute care needs in the school (including the three “B’s' of school nursing - bumps, bruises and bellyaches) and are community oriented, including providing health information to students, teachers, principals and parents.
Job Duties & Responsibilities:
- Develop care plans for students with ongoing conditions
- Consult with teachers, school administrators and other school staff regarding student care
- Administer medication as required by doctors orders
- Collaborate with school personnel and parents
- Provide emergency treatment as needed to staff and students
- Monitor student immunization records
- Educate students and staff on health procedures
- Perform hearing, vision and other health screenings
Skills:
- State of Connecticut Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Previous school nursing/substitute nursing experience
- Bachelors Degree in Nursing
- Knowledge of school laws and policies
- BLS/CPR and First Aid certifications
- Knowledge of state health regulations
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.
