School Nurse at New Boces

Job Overview:

N.E.W. BOCES is searching for the perfect school nurse to join our team! This position was established for the purpose/s of overseeing the individual health needs of students; implementing health care plans directed by physicians; ensuring N.E.W. B.O.C.E.S. health care practices comply with the laws relating to student health issues; providing appropriate immediate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students. This job reports to the Dean of Students.

Essential Functions:

•    Administers first aid, medication and specialized medical treatments (e.g. oral suctioning, catheterization, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children.

•    Assesses situations involving students' safety, abuse (physical, sexual, drug, etc.) and other health related issues for the purpose of identifying problems, referring for proper treatment and complying with legal requirements.

•    Collaborates with parents, students, health care providers, and/or public agencies for the purpose of promoting and/or securing student health services; providing information and complying with legal requirements.

•    Conducts age appropriate programs and/or activities in conjunction with classroom curriculum (e.g. health education, nutritional workshops, etc.) for the purpose of supporting established lesson plans.

•    Conducts training on prescription medications for all personnel that dispense medicine at N.E.W. B.O.C.E.S. for the purpose of ensuring they know exactly when and how to dispense medications to students requiring medication.

•    Develops individual student care plans for those students in need of a plan for the purpose of addressing students’ health needs; providing direction to site personnel and/or and implementing directions provided by parents and/or physicians.

•    Directs student health services for the purpose of prioritizing project activities, ensuring utilization of personnel in compliance with site requirements; and meeting mandated requirements.

•    Drives school vehicles for the purpose of transporting N.E.W. B.O.C.E.S. students to medical and dental appointments in a safe and timely manner.

•    Maintains contact with parents/guardians for the purpose of advising them of changes in student health and/or recommending further medical and/or emotional intervention.

•    Maintains up to date student confidential files and records (e.g. health care plans, agency referrals, accident reports, etc.) for the purpose of providing information required by legal requirements and professional standards.

•    Monitors students referred for illness and/or injury for the purpose of attending to their immediate health care concerns and initiating follow-up care.

•    Monitors students with chronic illnesses for the purpose of assisting the child in achieving the highest possible functional level

•    Participates in a variety of meetings, workshops and seminars, and interdisciplinary teams for the purpose of gathering, conveying and/or sharing information on students health needs, service delivery, and educational programs; and/or improving skills and knowledge.

•    Prepares a wide variety of written materials (e.g. quantity reports, student services, correspondence, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference, and/or conveying information.

•    Provides training on a variety of health related subjects (e.g. C.P.R. first aid, child abuse, health education, medication management, policies and procedures, etc.) for the purpose of promoting a healthy lifestyle and/or acting as a resource to students, teachers, and other school personnel.

•    Refers students requiring additional medical attention for the purpose of providing required follow-up treatment and services.

•    Reports health and safety issues to assigned administrator and appropriate agencies (e.g. fights, suspected child or substance abuse, contagious diseases, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students personal safety, a positive learning environment and complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.

•    Researches a variety of topics relating to health and medical care (e.g. wellness, nutrition, treatment protocols, childhood diseases, etc.) for the purpose of providing information to staff, students, parents, and the public.

•    Responds to emergency medical situations including after hours situations (e.g. severe falls, prescription reactions, bleeding, etc. for the purpose of ensuring appropriate immediate medical attention and related follow-up action.

Experience: Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is desired.

Education Requirements: Bachelors degree in job related area. 

If interested, please send your resume and cover letter to humanresources@newboces.com

Available shifts and compensation: Available shifts all days except Sundays and Saturdays. Compensation depends on your experience.

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