Overview:
We are seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to join our healthcare team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for patient care and possess a diverse skill set in various medical procedures.
Private School on the UES is seeking a nurse for the 2024-2025 school year.
Recent college grads are encouraged to apply.
School Nurse
● In the area of student health and safety, the School Nurse:
provides first aid, illness, and injury care by acting as a first responder during the hours of 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (**or 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m**.);
Assesses student health needs, both acute and chronic, to advance both their general well-being and academic success;
Practices independently to identify student health needs and implements plans to meet those needs;
Administers medication and medical treatment as prescribed by students’ healthcare providers;
Relates information about student illness and injury, both acute and chronic, to the appropriate personnel;
Keeps timely and accurate records of student health interventions and, when appropriate, completes incident reports to be shared with the Dean of Students and Principal.
● In the area of compliance with NYS Education Department policy, the School Nurse: o commences duties one week before the start of fall athletic tryouts to receive, screen, and maintain students’ physical examination and immunization records;
Receives, screens, and maintains students’ health summary documents;
Collects, tabulates, and enters data for the NYS Immunization Survey (deadline 15 December);
Reports suspected cases of abuse to the appropriate agencies, the Assistant Principal for Student Life, and the Principal;
Reports suspected cases of communicable diseases to the appropriate agencies, the Assistant Principal for Student Life, and the Principal;
Concludes duties one week after the submission of grades to review and archive medical files of graduating seniors.
● In the area of counseling and education, the School Nurse:
Provides information to students regarding nutrition, daily health practices, and general practice of healthy behavior;
As a guest lecturer, assists the Physical Education Department in the Sophomore Health Class by teaching of CPR, AED, and First Aid;
P rovides training in CPR, AED, and First Aid to the faculty and staff.
● In the area of emergency response and preparedness, the School Nurse:
Arranges EMS transport for serious illness and injury cases;
Checks AEDs and Epi-Pens in the building on a regular basis;
Keeps track of and orders medical office supplies;
In consultation with the Assistant Principal for Student Life, assesses annual budgetary needs and estimated expenses
If you are a compassionate Registered Nurse with a commitment to providing high-quality patient care, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding opportunity.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45.00 - $56.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Physical setting:
Standard shift:
Weekly schedule:
Experience:
- Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Preferred)
- RN (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
Ability to Relocate:
- Manhattan, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person