What are the responsibilities and job description for the STEM Middle School Nurse position at PUPIL SERVICES?
The STEM middle school nurse is considered a health leader in the STEM school community who oversees all school health policies and programs there. The school nurse provides expertise and oversight of school health services, promotes health education, and cares for about 299 grade 6-8 students. The Dean Campus Health suite houses both the middle and high school nurses and is adjacent to the Teen Clinic's NP office. Because healthy children are successful learners, school nurses advocate for students' physical, emotional, mental, and social health. This position includes training, orientation, and a supportive work environment with an established nursing team. This position offers a competitive salary and includes a generous sign-on bonus. The position is open until filled. School nurses routinely perform the following duties using their clinical knowledge and judgment.
The School Nurse:
- Works under the general supervision of the Director of Health, Wellness, and Nursing, Chief of Pupil Services, and Superintendent/Receiver.
- Works collaboratively and cooperatively with the School Building Principal and Administration.
- Works with a supportive team (orientation and training provided).
- Collaborates with the Dean HS nurse and consults with and refers students to the RVCC Teen Clinic NP.
- Collaborates with the resource and screening nurse and conducts state-mandated programs such as screening programs.
- Maintains up-to-date school records.
- Provides medically prescribed interventions, including medication administration and daily care for ill or injured children.
- Provides emergency health care and referral to staff.
- Manages the medication administration plan in the school.
- Acts as a resource in health education to school personnel, students, and families.
- Uses community resources for referral of students with unmet health needs, including the need for a primary care provider.
- Serves as liaison between school personnel, family, and community healthcare providers to ensure a healthy school environment
- Performs related duties as needed.
Qualifications
- Registered Nurse (RN) required
- Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing
- Experience as a Registered Nurse in child health, community health, or other relevant clinical nursing setting preferred
- Current CPR certification
- Ability to read, interpret, and apply student performance data to instructional planning and execution
- Strong written and verbal communication skills; excellent teamwork skills
- Driver’s license and own transportation required
Required license(s):
- Valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts
- Current CPR/AED
- Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education School Nurse (Levels: All)
