Nurse

Description Founded in 1905 and serving nearly 1,000 day and boarding students from across the United States and all over the world, McCallie is one of the country’s premier independent schools and a national leader in educating boys in grades 6-12. McCallie takes an expansive view of education, seeking to form the whole boy. In his journey to manhood, McCallie comes alongside the student and supports his mental, spiritual, physical, and emotional development. McCallie seeks an experienced nurse to join the Student Health Center team to support students, campers, and others in the McCallie community. This individual will actively cultivate good working relationships between the Health Center and students, parents, residential community members, and area health care providers. We are looking to hire for a weekday evening shift: 3-11 PM Monday through Friday. However, we are considering various shift options: one full-time nurse to work 3-11PM Monday through Friday; two part-time nurses to share that shift - working 2-3 days per week and rotating Fridays; one full-time 3 days per week 11AM-11PM shared with another part-time nurse. We are flexible for the right team as long as we are able to cover all our shifts. Coverage is required year-round while summer camp programs are in session and during the school year when school is in session, or when the dormitories are open. This is a full-time twelve month, hourly non-exempt position. Full-time positions are eligible for full benefits. Key Responsibilities Safely dispense prescription medications according to physician orders; safely dispense over-the-counter medications according to the McCallie Student Health Center Standing Orders; provide nursing care/first aid for the illnesses and injuries of students, faculty/staff, and families of faculty/staff who live on campus; assist students in the management of chronic health conditions; be prepared to respond to health emergencies on campus and communicate/work with the designated Faculty Campus Coverage; document nursing actions in a timely manner; provide student transportation to and from appointments when necessary; and demonstrate deep understanding of, support for, and desire to live out McCallie’s mission for the good of McCallie boys - including both the school’s commitment to character development and the ideals of honor, truth, and duty and the school’s Christian foundation and Judeo-Christian heritage. Requirements Current RN or LPN license with the state of Tennessee, RN highly preferred Current CPR/BLS training Experience in clinical nursing practice Computer proficiency for web-based documentation Ability to work independently according to health center established protocols and procedures under the supervision of the Director of the McCallie Student Health Center and within the scope of nursing practice for the State of Tennessee Excellent interpersonal and communication skills to effectively work with students and parents, with faculty/staff, and with other members of the Student Health Center staff Valid driver’s license and an acceptable motor vehicle record Prior experience in pediatric or school nursing preferred Physical Requirements/Qualifications The McCallie School is located on the side of Missionary Ridge. The Weekday Evening Nurse works at the McCallie Student Health Center which is on campus. Some work is performed at a desk, but the job also requires moving to tend to patients in the Student Health Center and in other locations on campus. Some driving - either of a golf cart or a car - is required to transport patients or run errands. #J-18808-Ljbffr McCallie School