Current jobs related to School Nurse 24-25 - Dorchester - Dorchester County School District 04


  • Dorchester, United States Soliant Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMinimum 1+ years special education experience required.Soliant is partnering with a school district in the Quincyarea that needs a Special Education Teacher for the 2024-2025 School Calendar Year.If you would like to bee a member of our team and expand your career, apply now!About the position:Hours: 37.5-40 hours per...


  • Dorchester, United States Soliant Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMinimum 1+ years physical therapy experience required.Full-Time Physical Therapist (PT)Soliant has partnered with a school system in theDorchester, MAarea that is currently seeking a Physical Therapist for the uping school year. The position is full-time, for the full-school year.PTs are encouraged to apply below interviews are...


  • Dorchester, United States Conservatory Lab Charter Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWelcome to Conservatory Lab Charter School- a community that stands out in Massachusetts:The ONLY charter school designated a “School of Recognition” by DESE based on SY22/23 growth metrics across all subgroups.A finalist for the Pozen Prize in 2019, awarded for strong student growth.An “El Sistema-inspired” program,...


  • Dorchester, United States Conservatory Lab Charter Part time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionOrganizational Overview: Conservatory Lab Charter School empowers students to be scholars, artists, and leaders of their own learning. Through the joy and discipline of daily musical engagement, experiential learning, and service to the community, students learn to effect changes as creative and active citizens.At Conservatory...


  • Dorchester, United States Soliant Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMinimum 1+ years special education experience required.Soliant has an opening for a contracted Special Education Teacher in the Dorchester, Massachusettsarea. This position is for the 2024-2025 School Year. Soliant offers Weekly Pay, guaranteed hours, and an exceptional Health Benefits & 401k package.Job Details: Full-Time...


  • Dorchester, United States Soliant Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMinimum 1+ years special education experience required.Soliant has an opening for a contracted Special Education Teacher in the Dorchester, Massachusettsarea. This position is for the 2024-2025 School Year. Soliant offers Weekly Pay, guaranteed hours, and an exceptional Health Benefits & 401k package.Job Details: Full-Time...


  • Dorchester, United States Conservatory Lab Charter Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionConservatory Lab Charter Board Certified Behavior TherapistConservatory Lab Charter School empowers a diverse range of children in preschool through eighth grade as scholars, artists, and leaders through a unique and rigorous academic and music education. We enrich the larger community through performance, service, and...

  • Schools - RN Nurse

    2 days ago


    Dorchester, United States ProCare Therapy Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMinimum 1+ years nursing experience required.Exciting 1:1 Nurse Opportunity in Boston, MA!Are you a dedicated and skilled nurse with a passion for providing specialized care to students? We are excited to offer a full-time position for a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in Boston, MA. This role is ideal...


  • Dorchester, United States Conservatory Lab Charter Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWelcome to Conservatory Lab Charter School- a community that stands out in Massachusetts:The ONLY charter school designated a “School of Recognition” by DESE based on SY22/23 growth metrics across all subgroups.A finalist for the Pozen Prize in 2019, awarded for strong student growth.An “El Sistema-inspired” program,...


  • Dorchester, United States Conservatory Lab Charter Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWelcome to Conservatory Lab Charter School- a community that stands out in Massachusetts:The ONLY charter school designated a “School of Recognition” by DESE based on SY22/23 growth metrics across all subgroups.A finalist for the Pozen Prize in 2019, awarded for strong student growth.An “El Sistema-inspired” program,...


  • Dorchester, United States UP Education Network Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionDean of Curriculum and Instruction SY24-25Grade Level: Elemenary and MiddleStart Date:  Aug 2024- June 2025Locations: Boston, MA, About UP Education Network UP Education Network operates two schools in Boston, MA, and serves more than 1,500 elementary and middle school students. UP is invited by local school districts to...

  • SY 24-25 Teaching

    1 month ago


    Dorchester, United States Conservatory Lab Charter Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWelcome to Conservatory Lab Charter School- a community that stands out in Massachusetts:The ONLY charter school designated a “School of Recognition” by DESE based on SY22/23 growth metrics across all subgroups.A finalist for the Pozen Prize in 2019, awarded for strong student growth.An “El Sistema-inspired” program,...


  • Dorchester, United States UP Education Network Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionFull Time Substitute Teacher  (SY24-25)Grade Level: PreK-6Start Date: August 2024Locations: Boston, MAAbout UP Education NetworkUP Education Network operates two schools in Boston, serving more than 1,300 elementary and middle school students. UP is invited by local school districts to restart chronically underperforming...


  • Dorchester, United States UP Education Network Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMLL (Multilingual Learner) Long Term Substitute (SY24-25)Grade Level: Elementary SchoolLocations: Boston, MAStart Date: December 2024-June 2025 About UP Education NetworkUP Education Network operates two schools in Boston, serving more than 1,300 elementary and middle school students. UP is invited by local school districts...


  • Dorchester, United States ProCare Therapy Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMinimum 1+ years physical therapy experience required.Exciting Opportunity: Physical Therapist Wanted for Dorchester, MA School District!Are you a passionate Physical Therapist seeking a rewarding role in an educational setting? ProCare Therapy is thrilled to collaborate with a top-notch school district in Dorchester, MA, to...


  • Dorchester, United States Soliant Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMinimum 1+ years occupational therapy experience required.Soliant Health is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist who is interested in working in a school setting in Dorchester, MA. In this role, the OT will be providing services for school age students ranging from grades K-12.Please see job details below. Job Description...


  • Dorchester, United States Soliant Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionMinimum 1+ years occupational therapy experience required.Soliant Health is seeking a dedicated Occupational Therapist who is interested in working in a school setting in Dorchester, MA. In this role, the OT will be providing services for school age students ranging from grades K-12.Please see job details below. Job Description...


  • Dorchester, United States VNA Care Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionVNA Care is hiring a Home Health LPN, Charlestown, East Boston, North End, West EndSchedule: 24, 32 or 40 hours, flexible day shiftsSIGN ON BONUS!LPN - Licensed Practical Nurse License requiredHome Health experience is not required, we will train, fully paid orientationOverview of LPN Position: LPN is responsible for providing...


  • Dorchester, United States Conservatory Lab Charter Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWelcome to Conservatory Lab Charter School- a community that stands out in Massachusetts:The ONLY charter school designated a “School of Recognition” by DESE based on SY22/23 growth metrics across all subgroups.A finalist for the Pozen Prize in 2019, awarded for strong student growth.An “El Sistema-inspired” program,...


  • Dorchester, United States Conservatory Lab Charter Full time

    Job DescriptionJob DescriptionWelcome to Conservatory Lab Charter School- a community that stands out in Massachusetts:The ONLY charter school designated a “School of Recognition” by DESE based on SY22/23 growth metrics across all subgroups.A finalist for the Pozen Prize in 2019, awarded for strong student growth.An “El Sistema-inspired” program,...

School Nurse 24-25

4 months ago


Dorchester, United States Dorchester County School District 04 Full time
Position Type:
School Nurse/School Nurse

Date Posted:
5/29/2024

Location:
Woodland High School School Nurse

GENERAL SUMMARY
Under general supervision, is responsible for promoting and maintaining the health and well being of all students by providing services such as assessments, first aid, counseling and emergency care. Reports to the Coordinator of School Nurses.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Monitors, evaluates and treats physical/medical conditions of students; confers with physicians as needed for proper treatment of injuries/illnesses; refers all severe health problems to parents for further diagnosis and remedy; refers continuing health problems to outside community sources. Reviews student medical files to assess immunization status; maintains accurate and current immunization documentation in compliance with state law, submits required reports to DHEC.
  • Conducts periodic vision, hearing, scoliosis, blood pressure, and head lice screenings; provides referrals to parents for students when screenings indicate physical/medical problems.
  • Develops and implements Individual Health Care Plans (IHPs) and Emergency Health Care Plans (EHPs) for children with special health needs.
  • Instructs students in proper health practices including nutrition, exercise and general health.
  • Communicates with parents concerning the health of their child(ren); provides instruction for proper medical care.
  • Assists in identifying and reporting suspected child abuse and neglect.
  • Administers prescription and other medications administered to students, maintains proper, legal documentation. Monitors medications given by Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAPs). Trains UAPs to administer medications in the absence of the nurse and maintains a training file.
  • Conducts staff training to promote awareness of illness and disease symptoms; conducts annual Bloodborne
  • Pathogen Training. Administers Hepatitis B vaccine to approved personnel.
  • Reviews and maintains OSHA standards for healthcare and maintenance of emergency kits, and CPR responder kits.
  • Attends special education meetings as requested by school administration.
  • Treats medical/health conditions of staff as needed on an emergency basis.
  • Uses various tools and equipment, such as AED, audiometer, stethoscope, otoscope, thermometer, scoliometer, audio/visual equipment, first aid supplies, CPR shield, protective clothing, etc.
  • Interacts with school staff and administration, students, parents, physicians, healthcare professionals,caseworkers, psychologists, etc.
  • Prepares a wide variety of paper and electronic records and reports such as emergency cards, daily log of health room visits and treatment given, medicine administration records, health cards for each student, accident reports, immunization records, and medical alert forms.
  • Submits Medicaid and OSHA reports, medication consent/treatment forms, safety data sheets, annual statistics reports, parent notifications, observation records, screening forms, referral forms, etc.
  • Orders health room supplies as needed.
  • Maintains confidentiality of personally identifiable data on students and staff.
  • Willingly perform other duties as assigned or requested
JOB SPECIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
Bachelor's degree in Nursing from and accredited program or Associate's degree with two years of recent nursing experience preferred; current state licensure as RN with CPR/AED and First Aid certifications;previous experience in pediatric nursing, community health nursing or school nursing preferred.
Knowledge:
  • Extensive knowledge in the promotion and maintenance of physical and emotional health. Knowledge of the proper practices, methods and procedures required for providing healthcare. Knowledge of methods for detecting illness, injury and disease. Knowledge of proper health screening methods and procedures.
  • Knowledge of appropriate referral methods.
  • Knowledge of all local and state regulations and standards pertaining to school healthcare programs.
  • Knowledge of pediatric/school nursing practices.
  • Knowledge of all records and reports which must be completed as required by the school and/or state.
  • Knowledge of the equipment, machines, tools and supplies used in providing proper healthcare.
Skills/Effort:
  • Ability to provide healthcare that promotes and maintains the optimum health status of students.
  • Ability to interpret and apply school policies and procedures as well as local and state laws and regulations pertaining to healthcare. Ability to integrate school health service programs with other private and public healthcare delivery systems in the community.
  • Ability to assess, evaluate and monitor the health and development status of students through appropriate screening techniques. Ability to identify students needing further diagnosis and treatment, and to provide appropriate referrals and/or obtain further assistance from outside doctors.
  • Ability to maintain all required forms, records and reports.
  • Ability to provide healthcare counseling and training to students, staff and parents.
  • Ability to assist in identifying and reporting suspected child abuse and neglect. Ability to interact in a professional and positive manner with staff, students, parents and all other groups and individuals involved in the activities of the job.
Working Conditions:
  • Work is conducted in a school health room and/or classroom environment with exposure to discomforting and potentially dangerous conditions such as diseases, medications, and blood/body fluid exposure; frequent contact with ill students. Moderately heavy physical exertion is frequently required to lift and move objects weighing up to one hundred pounds. Limited travel is required. Job requires the operation of standard office equipment.
Responsibility:
  • No budgetary responsibility.
  • No direct supervisory responsibility; coordinates activities of health room volunteers, and supervises students in the health room.
DISCLAIMER STATEMENT
This job description is not intended as a complete listing of job duties. The incumbent is responsible for the performance of other related duties as assigned/required.