Nurse - NEDP - Northborough Extended Day Program

NEDP Nurse

The NEDP nurse addresses and promotes the physical, mental, emotional and social well-being of students and the school community in the after school program. The NEDP nurse supports student success by providing health care through assessment, intervention and follow-up for all children within the afterschool program. The NEDP nurse scope of responsibilities include providing school nursing services for a designated school population, for the health needs of a specific student, for a group of students participating in a school sponsored field trip or out of school setting activity.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

• Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts, per the Board of Registration in Nursing (BORN)
• Minimum Baccalaureate degree in nursing (accredited college or university)
• Minimum two (2) years supervised nursing experience
• Current BLS for Healthcare Provider certification
• Valid MA DESE Professional Support Personnel license

Desired Qualifications:

• Previous pediatric nursing experience
• Familiarity with Health Office Anywhere (Electronic Health Record) documentation
• Knowledge about Massachusetts school health standards, rules and regulations

Essential Job Duties (Not Limited To):

Using sound clinical knowledge and judgment, adhering to the Nurse Practice Act, pertinent regulations governing nursing practice in Massachusetts, the guidelines and standards of care established by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MDPH) and the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (MDESE) and in accordance with the policies and procedures established by the Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough, the school nurse routinely performs the following duties:

• Provides skilled nursing care for students and staff
• Performs health screenings
• Coordinates referrals to private healthcare providers
• Serves as a liaison between school personnel, family, and community healthcare providers to ensure a healthy and safe school environment.
• Develops, implements, monitors and evaluates plans for student care
• Provides a nurturing, welcoming, trusting and safe atmosphere
• Serves as a consultant with other school professionals
• Provides health-related education to students and staff in both individual and group settings
• Collaborates with staff and administration to ensure a healthy and safe school environment
• Monitors immunizations, managing communicable diseases, and assessing the school environment as to prevent injury and ensure safety
• Oversees infection control measures
• Actively participates in school safety plans that address school violence, bullying, and emergencies that may occur at school
• Oversees medication administration, health care procedures, and the development of healthcare plans
• Makes decisions related to the delegation of healthcare tasks as directed by district policies, state laws and professional practice guidance
• Maintains confidential, up-to-date cumulative health records on all students
• Consults with Wellness Coordinator/Nurse Leader, health department and/or school physician when appropriate
• Provides staff training as needed

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Work is generally performed in a school environment during the school day, however there may be occasions for afterschool meetings. While performing the duties of this job, the nurse is frequently required to walk, stand, sit, talk, and hear. The nurse is regularly required to bend, stoop, crouch and/or kneel. The nurse is occasionally required to lift and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds. Must have sufficient mobility to navigate within a large school building. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Northborough-Southborough Public Schools is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Northborough-Southborough Public Schools ensures equal employment opportunities regardless of race, creed, sex, color, national origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other class as protected by law. The Northborough-Southborough Public School places a high value on recruitment of diverse staff. Any individual needing assistance in making an application for any opening should contact the district human resources office.

The Public Schools of Northborough and Southborough