Employment
Temporary School Nurse
Using clinical knowledge and judgement, the Temporary School Nurse will provide First Aid and Wellness Care to students, school staff, and Agency Clientele.
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To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to hrdept@lexnyc.org. Please include Temporary School Nurse in subject line, or fax to 718-350-3332
Click here to read the job description.
To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to hrdept@lexnyc.org. Please include Temporary School Nurse in subject line, or fax to 718-350-3332
Position: Temporary School Nurse
Department: Health & Guidance
Supervisor(s): Director of Student & Family Engagement
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Position Type: Per Diem, As Needed
Date Posted: January 12, 2024
Salary Range: $75.00 - $90.00 per hour
POSITION SUMMARY:
Using clinical knowledge and judgement, the Temporary School Nurse will provide First Aid and Wellness Care to students, school staff, and Agency Clientele.
PRIMARY DUTIES:
- Comply with procedures, protocols and other instructions provided by the Nurse Coordinator or contained in school manuals and protocols.
- Ensure that all incoming students meet school entry health requirements as determined by the NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene.
- Provide nursing care and physical screenings to students; assess students and implement first aid measures for students and others as needed.
- Assess and determine ill/injured student(s) disposition regarding returning to class, staying in Health Services Department, sending student(s) home/picked up by parent or referring to emergency room.
- Store medicine in a pre-assigned safe place, recording and dispensing medications for students who require in-school medications, as ordered by physicians in compliance with NYC Board of Education and NYS regulations.
- Maintain records of parental approval and dispense parentally over-the-counter medications.
- Provide health education for various student health concerns, including but not limited to nutrition, hygiene, exercise, and pubertal development.
- Complete Accident Reports, provide needed first aid and make necessary referrals.
- Maintain, evaluate, and interpret cumulative health data to accommodate the individual needs of students.
- Perform other related duties as required and assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
- Proven clinical and medical skills to administer first aid, diagnose illness, and seek additional help when necessary.
- Compassionate and enthusiastic; advocates for the health care needs of students.
- Highly effective interpersonal communication ability with students, parents, and colleagues; ability to respond professionally and tactfully when faced with difficult situations.
- Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities a must; flexible and adaptable to changing priorities.
- Committed to maintaining strict confidentiality.
- Customer service oriented.
- Strong written and oral communication skills.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s Degree required.
- Registered Nurse with current New York State registration.
- CPR – AED Certification.
- Working knowledge of American Sign Language (ASL) or expectation to learn.
- Valid malpractice insurance.
- Experience in a school setting strongly preferred.
- Computer literate.
SECURITY CLEARANCE:
- Required clearances include medical clearance, fingerprinted by the NYC Board of Ed, SCR, and SEL clearance.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
- Must have the ability to sit and stand for prolonged periods of time.
- Must possess the physical ability to demonstrate and participate in all class activities.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
Available: February 6, 2024
Deadline: Until filled
Contact: Tpelletier@lexnyc.org
To Apply: Send resume and cover letter to hrdept@lexnyc.org. Please include Temporary School Nurse in subject line, or fax to 718-350-3332.
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