SCHOOL REGISTERED NURSE (RN)

Job Posting

SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE

Pay Rate: $33.66-$38.91 per hour

Pay within this range is based on experience and education

DEI Values Statement:

Mary Cariola Center recognized that a high performing organization is one that cultivates a culture where everyone feels they belong. Through continued dialogue, education, a policy development, we are committed to integrating Diversity, Equity, Access and Inclusion into all aspects of our work. As an agency found on principles of inclusion, Mary Cariola Center fosters an environment where all are welcome, and our differences are respected and valued.

Schedule follows a school calendar including summer school (14-16 paid holidays a year; do not have to work weekends!)

Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain accurate and current school health information files on all students, including daily nursing or medical consultations
• Physically examine and determine health status for students regularly and as necessary
• Assist Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) when requested or as assigned
• Administer medications as prescribed by the student's primary care physician
• Obtain and maintain accurate and current medication orders and parent permissions
• Maintain medicine cabinet with all medically approved medications, supplies and equipment
• Record and process all student/staff injuries on the appropriate accident/incident form
• Instruct all staff in the Health and Safety Procedures and establish appropriate reviews
• Carry out all procedures established in case of medical emergency, delegating the LPN in crisis situations
• Monitor the general health and safety standards used within the educational program
• Administer inoculations to staff and/or children as approved by the Medical Director
• Administer, interpret and document TB screenings on designated staff as assigned
• Carry out all nursing responsibilities, including the lifting, moving and positioning of students
• Provide on-site observations for students from an accredited Nursing School or other observations as assigned
• All other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's degree in nursing
• Certified by NYS as a Registered Nurse
• At least 6 months related experience and/or training or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• Be able to regularly lift and/or move up to 50 pounds

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing
• Experience with individuals with developmental disabilities

Certifications and Trainings

• Must maintain NYS RN Licensure
• BLS for Healthcare Providers (CPR and AED)

EEO Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, domestic violence victim status, veteran or disability status.

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