1:1 Nurse - Anticipated

Position:1:1 Nurse - Anticipated Location:Districtwide Schedule:2024-2025 School Year Salary:TBD Follows the Milford Public School Calendar To Start:January 2025 Qualifications: oA minimum of one to two years of pediatric health, community health or other relevant clinical nursing experience. Prefer experience with medical procedures, including g-tube feedings and suctioning oA valid and current license to practice as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. oValid MA DESE licensure as a School Nurse or eligible for this license oDegree in Nursing oCurrent CPR/AED certification by a recognized provider. RESPONSIBILITIES: oProvide nursing care to students with health needs oWork collaboratively with the school nurse/Director of Nursing (DON), school administration, school staff, parents and health care providers/consultants to ensure a high quality of care oImplement plan of care (Individualized Health Care Plan) in consultation with school nurse/DON, school staff, parent and community providers as necessary oMaintain a positive, caring and safe environment for the students both in and out of the classroom setting (e.g., gym class, recess, field trips) oProvide medically prescribed interventions (including g-tube feedings, suctioning, CVC port care and medications), nursing procedures and nursing care to the students oAssist students with activities of daily living, including toileting and hygiene, as necessary oUse sound nursing judgment to assess, monitor and treat students based on medical directives and nursing care plans oNotify appropriate individuals, e.g., school nurse, parents, school staff, medical providers of immediate and potential health related concerns oEvaluate effectiveness of nursing interventions and provide feedback to school nurse/DON, medical providers and parents, as indicated oAttend IEP meetings and other meetings concerning the students, as indicated. oDocument nursing interventions appropriately oAccompany school nurse on home visits before the start of school, if warranted oAccompany students on bus to and from school oOther responsibilities as assigned by the school nurse/DON, school administration, or Special Education Director