Part-Time School Nurse

The mission of Marianapolis Preparatory School is to educate students in the Catholic tradition of academic excellence with a commitment to an active faith in God and a dedication to building character with content, compassion, and integrity.

Marianapolis seeks a health care professional who will serve the school year population. The School Nurse will treat students for medical issues, help prevent physical issues and diseases, and coordinate routine health assessments. The School Nurse will work closely with the Health Office Administrative Assistant, the Athletic Trainers, the School Counselor, and the Dean's Office in support of student health, documentation, communication of care, and managing required student medical forms.

This is a part-time position held during the academic year. Applicant must be available two days per week. This role reports directly to the full-time Health Office Registered Nurse.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for professional, medical treatment of students.
• Responsible for early detection of physical problems and evaluations.
• Responsible for disease prevention.
• Assists in promoting programs on health education and immunization.
• Maintains clinical records.
• Reviews student medical records and ensures records are in compliance.
• As needed, coordinates vision, hearing, and orthopedic screening and health assessments.
• Provides emergency aid to students and school staff.
• Assists in instructing students in health and nutrition education.
• Ensures there is timely communication with residential staff regarding medical support provided to boarding students.
• Available to remotely support significant emergent residential medical concerns on weeknights/weekends.
• Review and update standing orders with the School's Physician.

Required Skills and Abilities:

• Strong organizational, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Commitment and ability to work with adolescents and families from around the world.
• Commitment and ability to work collaboratively with colleagues in support of the community.
• Electronic database (SchoolDoc, Blackbaud, FileMaker) experience preferred but not required.

Education and Experience:

• Registered Nurse (RN) certification required.
• Current Connecticut nursing license required.
• One year full-time experience within the last five years.
• Driver's license required for student transport highly desirable.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Prolonged periods of standing, reaching, and bending.
• Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds at times.
• Ability to move from one building to another on campus.

Candidates are encouraged to visit our website for more information on our school:
www.marianapolis.org.

How To Apply:

Interested candidates should send the following information to Director of HR, Joy Nichols (jnichols@marianapolis.org):

• A cover letter summarizing your interest in wanting to be part of the Marianapolis community in this role.
• A current résumé.
• Contact information for three professional references (email preferred).

At Marianapolis Preparatory School we celebrate and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard for race, color, national origin, religion, disability, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, age, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under law except in cases of a bona fide occupational qualification in accordance with applicable law.

Job Type: Part-time

Physical Setting:

• School

Experience:

• Full-Time Nursing: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:

• RN License (Required)
• Connecticut Nursing License (Required)
• Driver's License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Thompson, CT 06277 (Required)

Work Location: In person