School Nurse

Job Title

Registered Nurse (RN)

Job Description

EF ACADEMY is a private international boarding school in Pasadena, CA. We seek a part-time compassionate and empathetic Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Nursing Team in the Health Center which serves a high school population of 220+ adolescents. The person in this role will work collaboratively with the student services and residential life teams to ensure students are well cared for physically, emotionally and psychologically. The Health Center Team are responsible for delivering exceptional healthcare services to our students during scheduled daytime and overnight work hours. The Health Center Team works in conjunction with the mental health team, the athletics department, local area urgent care offices, and emergency rooms to manage all medical needs. Together as a team, we create a community where students feel safe and supported. We safeguard trust with a real family feel that makes our school a home away from home.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct care to students for illness, injury, and chronic condition management
• Support students with physical and emotional wellbeing.
• Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with school policy and physician's orders
• Administer medications and oversee the medication administration training of the Residential Life Team.
• Follow procedures for safe and secure storage of all controlled medication and students' prescribed personal medications.
• Use the appropriate confidential student information system to keep up-to-date, accurate notes and records on students who are receiving support or treatment.
• Monitor and respond to communicable disease outbreaks; liaise with local health authorities as necessary
• Perform clinical assessments of students.
• Generate individualized treatment plans for students in accordance with best evidence-based practice with reference to academic and familial expectations.
• Support residential staff with student wellness checks and overnight care plans when needed
• Crisis Intervention, which may involve being prepared to be flexible in being available to support in crisis situations.
• Educate students and staff on health promotion and disease prevention
• Collaborate with school counselors, administrators, and parents regarding student health needs
• Duties during an overnight shift include case management for students who have been previously admitted to the Health Center during the day, as well as assessment and care for new patients who present during overnight hours.
• Assist with annual physicals, immunization compliance, and other mandated screenings
• Contribute to school policies and protocols regarding student safety, wellbeing and crisis management.
• Work with local support services and community resources, such as police, hospitals, therapists, nutritionists, mental health professionals and any other relevant community resources.
• Communicate with families, when appropriate, to discuss medical needs of students.
• Play a key role in creating a school-wide culture which places the safety and well-being of its students at the forefront.
• Adhere to national and local healthcare laws.
• Lead and support in full faculty and staff training sessions throughout the academic year.

Qualifications

• Active California State nursing license (RN) required.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers certification.
• Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in a school, pediatric, or adolescent setting
• Experience working in a multicultural environment is a plus
• Patient-oriented with exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Solid assessment, clinical documentation skills, strong attention to detail and collaborative skills.
• Ability and desire to work during hours when students are not in class, including early mornings, evenings and weekends.
• Flexible availability for occasional holiday health needs or emergencies.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
• Optional ACLS/PALS certification.
• Knowledge of CA State mandatory vaccine schedule.
• Familiar with CA State conjugate setting Dept. of Health Regulations.
• Any other trainings required by the State of CA applicable to school nursing.
• Be a motivated and flexible team player that is ready to work towards the good of the community.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

This is a non-exempt, hourly position. The average working week will be 20-25 hours with opportunities for additional hours to cover staff absence, events and busy periods. The position combines in-office daytime and evening hours with on-call overnight hours, which may include weekends, on an on-call rotation with the larger health center team. This role is available as non-residential or residential.

Why you'll love working here: Perks, Benefits, and more!

This is the most fun, high caliber place you'll ever work. Ask any employee why they love EF (whether they've been here 10 minutes or 10 years) and they'll probably tell you the same thing: it's the people. When you work at EF, you join a purpose-driven, international and energetic community that thrives on continuous learning, fearless innovation and mutual support.

About EF Academy

EF Academy is a leading private boarding and day high school, attracting students from around the world to our campuses in Pasadena, New York, and Oxford (England). At EF Academy, we prepare students to thrive academically, personally, and socially helping them build the confidence, skills, and sense of purpose they need to lead fulfilling, successful lives. With a focus on academic excellence, personal growth, and cultural immersion, we empower students to unlock their full potential and develop the lifelong skills they need to thrive in any future they envision.

An equal opportunity employer, EF Academy is committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, ability, parental status, experience and everything else that makes you, well…you. EF Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All positions are subject to a criminal background and/or reference checks, as applicable.