RN - School

Temporary Registered Nurse (RN) OpportunityAdelphi is seeking a temporary Registered Nurses (RNs) with a possibility for permanent hire to provide direct care for students in a public charter school serving grades K3 in Ridgeland, SC.Job Quick Facts:Reference #: BD-843-01Profession: NursingSpecialty: Registered Nurse (RN)Location: Ridgeland, SCFacility Type: SchoolJob Type: Short term with a possibility of permanent hireSchedule: 7:30am start (students arrive at 7:45am) - 4:30pm dismissalStart Date: ASAPRate: $45/hrRequirements:Valid RN license in South CarolinaAmerican Heart Association CPR CertificationRegistered Nurse (RN) with a current South Carolina license required.Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred.Minimum 2 years of experience in pediatric, school, or community health nursing.CPR and First Aid certification required (with trainer certification preferred)Responsibilities:Provide direct care for students with illness or injury during the school day.Administer prescribed medications and treatments, ensuring proper documentation, storage, and parental consent in compliance with FERPA andMaintain accurate student health records, including immunization and physician documentation.Respond to medical emergencies and make timely decisions to ensure student safety. Compliance & ReportingEnsure compliance with South Carolina DHEC health regulations and reporting requirements.Submit annual health and immunization compliance reports.Maintain records for all students, including screenings and follow-up on referrals.Report communicable diseases (e.g., measles, flu) promptly and implement control measures. Incident Management & Family CommunicationDevelop emergency action plans for students with specific health needs and train staff accordingly.Document and report student health incidents and injuries to families and relevant parties.Coordinate communication with families regarding medications, allergies, and care plan updates. Allergen & Dietary CollaborationWork with Nutrition Services to accommodate students with food allergies and dietary restrictions.Maintain systems to identify and monitor students with special dietary needs during meals and events. Health Screenings & ExaminationsVerify student immunization compliance and submit required reports to DHEC.Conduct screenings (vision, hearing, dental, scoliosis) and follow up with families as needed.Assist with referrals and documentation for further medical or developmental evaluations. Skills & CharacteristicsStrong knowledge of child/adolescent health, chronic illness, and emergency response.Excellent communication and collaboration skills with families, staff, and agencies.Highly organized, detail-oriented, and experienced in managing confidential health records.Calm, empathetic, and discreet in handling sensitive situations.Proficient with digital health records and data reporting.