What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Nurse position at ALAMO NAVAJO SCHOOL BOARD INC?
Position Overview
Position Title: School Nurse
Start Date: 2024-2025 School Year
Number of Positions: 1
Alamo Navajo Community School, a Tribally Controlled School located on the rural Alamo Navajo Reservation, is seeking a dedicated and compassionate School Nurse to join our team. The School Nurse plays a vital role in supporting our students' health and well-being.
Key Responsibilities
· Provide care to students daily.
· Establish and manage a comprehensive School Health Program.
· Provide health assessments, immunizations, and medication administration.
· Maintain accurate and confidential student health records.
· Collaborate with school staff, families, and community health providers to address student health needs.
· Promote wellness and prevention through health education and crisis intervention.
· Develop and implement programs for communicable disease prevention and infection control.
· Serve as a resource for health-related curriculum and staff training.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
· Associate’s degree in nursing from a regionally accredited college, university, or National League of Nursing-accredited diploma program.
· Valid and current New Mexico Registered Nurse license.
· Ability to obtain and maintain an Associate School Nurse license as required by the New Mexico Public Education Department.
What We Offer
- Salary: Competitive, based on education and experience, aligned with ANSB salary scale.
- Benefits:
- 403(b) retirement plan
- Health, dental, and vision insurance. (Individual Premium Free Monthly, Family Premiums are affordable)
- Sick leave and personal leave
- Housing & Relocation Assistance: Housing is available and affordable. There is reimbursement for moving expenses.
Additional Perks:
- 4 Day work week Monday-Thursday
- Opportunities to contribute to a culturally rich and close-knit school community.
Application Process
To Apply: Download the application at https://www.ansbi.org/employment and submit the required documents to Laureen Apachito HR lapachito@ansbi.org
Required Documents:
- Completed and signed Alamo Navajo Employment Application
- Resume
- Letter of Interest
- Three (3) letters of recommendation (dated within the past 6 months)
- Unofficial academic transcripts (High School/GED/College). Official transcripts will be required upon hire
- Copies of certifications/licenses
Deadline for Applications: Open until filled.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $52,000.00 - $63,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid sick time
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Physical Setting:
- School
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $52,000 - $63,000