School Nurse
Listed on 2026-07-01
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Nursing
Public Health Nurse, Healthcare Nursing
School Nurse (Full- or Part-time)
Segue Institute for Learning Segue Institute for Learning - Central Falls, Rhode Island
Job DescriptionThis is a 52-week position. Monitors compliance of school health program with federal, state and local laws, regulations and policies. Initiates program changes as needed. Prepares health reports for supervisor, board of education and health department. Provides first aid care and medically prescribed services. Maintains security of school health supplies. Serves as a resource person on health issues. Provides staff development on health-related topics for school staff and volunteers.
Screens and conducts health appraisals for students and staff. Provides follow-up evaluations on students as required. Recommends corrective action where problems are identified. Corresponds with parents on health needs of children. Records immunizations, health findings, and other relevant health data.
KNOWLEDGE,
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Considerable knowledge of medical disorders and treatment. Considerable knowledge of child growth and development. Working knowledge of public health problems and procedures for treatment in coordination with other health and social service agencies. Working knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations affecting the delivery of school health services. Some knowledge of the school organization and the community served. Ability to identify abnormal growth and development and symptoms of disease.
Ability to coordinate and facilitate services between the school, local health agency, and other community resources. Ability to develop and maintain health records on students. Work as part of a school community. Team work and professional collaboration is a must. Ability to develop positive working relationships.
- RIDE Certification:
School Nurse Teacher (or eligible) WILL ACCEPT APPLICANTS INTERESTED IN PART-TIME POSITION - Bachelor degree preferred.
- Citizenship, residency or work visa required
- Melissa Lourenco
- 325 Cowden Street
- Central Falls, Rhode Island 02863
- Phone:
- Email: melissa.lourenco
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