Substitute School Nurse Job Jefferson Massachusetts USA,Nursing

Location: Jefferson

Substitute School Nurse

Wachusett Regional School District (MA) District Wide - Jefferson, Massachusetts Open in Google Maps

This job is also posted in Wachusett Regional School District (MA)

Job Details

Job : 4776910

Final date to receive applications: Posted until filled

Re-Posted: Sep 10, 2024 4:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

The Wachusett Regional School District encourages all candidates who are committed to enriching the lives of our student population to apply.

Our Core Values are:
Collaboration, Empathy, Inclusivity, Integrity, Perseverance, and Responsibility
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Our Mission: To ensure a vibrant, inclusive, and respectful educational community in which we foster a safe, nurturing, and welcoming environment. Provide all students with equitable opportunities for deep and meaningful learning through multiple pathways. Empower all students to develop and apply their unique strengths, passions, and curiosities. Partner with our community to meet our goals while optimizing the effective and efficient use of our resources.

Position: Substitute School Nurse

Location: Wachusett Regional School District

Pay: $30 per hour

Hours: As needed

A valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts and completion of a Baccalaureate in Nursing degree or a Master's degree from an accredited institution. A minimum of two years child health, community health, or other relevant clinical nursing experience; completion of an orientation program based on the requirements for delivery of school health services as defined by the Department of Public Health;

current certification in CPR and first aid from a recognized provider. Current DESE Certification. OR

Previous Employment as a school nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts on or before June 18, 1993 and licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts.

The School Nurse shall provide the fullest possible educational opportunity for each student by minimizing absence due to illness and be creating a climate of health and well-being. The School Nurse in conjunction with the Principal shall develop annual job goals that will become part of the criteria used to evaluate the Nurse. In carrying out these responsibilities, the Nurse shall:

Be familiar with and keep the administration informed of appropriate school health guidelines and regulations;

Assist in the prevention and control of illness including communicable disease and other infections;

As required, report immunization levels and other school health related matters to the appropriate local and state authorities;

Act as liaison between school, home, and community agencies in improving the health of school children;

Participate, as necessary, in the modification of the school program to meet the special health needs of children;

Assist in the development and maintenance of a healthful school;

Check injuries and disease conditions at school and home visits, and keep the principal appropriately informed;

Monitor students with physical disabilities that may have medical needs;

Compile and use health records, reports and statistical information to include: a. State reports on screening and handicapped; b. Individual student health records; and c. Reports to concerned agencies and health authorities (e.g., District administration, guidance, etc.).

Prepare and submit reports as required by the administration;

Administer medications in compliance with physician orders and/or instructions; and

Conduct other duties and responsibilities as directed by the Principal.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories: Student Services >
School Nurse

Job Requirements

Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

Amy McGeary, School Nurse Leader
District Wide
Phone:
Email:

The Wachusett Regional School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, sex, religion, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, or any other class protected by law.

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