Boarding School Nurse

Boarding School Nurse

Ntare Louisenlund Community Benefit Company

Ntare Louisenlund School (Rwanda) aspires to become the premier institution in Africa, dedicated to fostering excellence in education. Through the Rwanda plus‑STEM program, the school aims to attract the finest talents in mathematics, computer science, natural sciences, and technology, serving as a catalyst for innovation, entrepreneurship, and future‑shaping endeavors. Situated on a sprawling 60‑hectare campus in Rwanda's Bugesera District, a brief forty‑five‑minute drive from Kigali, the school is designed to accommodate up to 1,000 boarding students.

Ntare Louisenlund School is committed to delivering an exceptional international education, empowering students to seek scholarships at the world's leading universities. The student body will comprise two halves, with a portion selected through a rigorous assessment and funded by appropriate scholarships (plus‑STEM stream), and the remainder consisting of students from across Africa pursuing the IB Diploma with their families financing the education.

Seeking candidacy as an IB World School, Ntare Louisenlund School plans to offer the IB Middle Years Programme and Diploma Programme.

Operated and managed by Ntare Louisenlund CBC, in collaboration with Stiftung Louisenlund, a renowned institution with over 70 years of experience running a secondary boarding school in Germany, Ntare Louisenlund School strives for comparable excellence at both locations in Germany and Rwanda. A strategic partnership with the Rwandan government is envisioned to identify plus‑STEM students eligible for government scholarships.

Ntare Louisenlund School is seeking a boarding school nurse who will play a critical role in ensuring the health and well‑being of students. This position involves providing direct healthcare services, promoting health education, managing student health records, and collaborating with school staff, parents, and healthcare professionals to support student health needs. S/he must have 5 years of working experience in complex and busy Hospital.

The boarding school nurse reports directly to the Director of Hospitality.

• Provide first aid and emergency care as needed for injuries and illnesses occurring at school.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments to students according to physician orders and school policies.
• Monitor and manage chronic health conditions of students, not limited to asthma, diabetes, and allergies.
• Respond promptly to medical emergencies and coordinate with emergency services when necessary.
• Conduct health assessments and screenings to identify student health concerns as required

• Develop and deliver health education programs and materials for students, staff, and parents on topics such as nutrition, hygiene, and disease prevention.
• Offer guidance and support to students regarding healthy lifestyle choices and behaviours.
• Collaborate with teachers to integrate health education into the curriculum and promote a culture of wellness within the school community.

• Assess and address the health needs of individual students, including physical, emotional, and social aspects.
• Provide counselling and referrals for students experiencing health‑related issues, including mental health concerns.
• Advocate for students' health and safety within the school environment, including participation in health education meetings when appropriate.
• The school nurse works in a variety of environments within the school, including the health office, classrooms, and outdoor spaces.

• Maintain accurate and confidential health records for all students, including immunization records, medical histories, and treatment plans.
• Document health assessments, interventions, and communications in student health records according to legal and professional standards.
• Generate reports and summaries of health data as required for school administration, healthcare providers, and regulatory agencies.

• Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, and support…