Registered Professional Nurse (School Nurse)

School NurseQualifications:- Current NYS Registered Nurse License, CPR/AED/First Aid Certification.- Experience in pediatric and/or community or public health nursing (prior experience in school nursing preferred).- Ability to assess the health needs of students and staff; and- Must possess strong communication and organizational skills and be respectful of the confidentiality of others.Responsibilities:- Ensure compliance with procedures, protocols, and other instructions provided by the School Physician and/or Coordinator of Health Services;- Perform hearing, vision, and other regular health screenings;- Assume responsibility for appropriate assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, management and referral activities for students;- Establish, monitor, and update health and immunization records;- Prepare and maintain student clinic records and prepare required reports;- Administer medications and nursing care procedures prescribed by student physicians;- Initiate emergency procedures for students and staff, as needed;- Develop and implement care plans for students with chronic conditions;- Maintain clinic equipment and assess the need for consumable supplies on an annual basis;- Work as part of the District team providing health services;- Perform related work as required and other duties as assigned.