Elementary School Nurse

3 weeks ago


Geneva, United States Smith College Full time

Description

Job Summary

Work with school administration to develop and maintain policies and procedures to ensure the health and well-being of Campus School students. Respond to the daily and ongoing medical and health needs of students.

Take appropriate actions to support a diverse workforce and participate in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Essential Functions

(60%): Respond to and keep accurate records of student illness, medical needs and injuries as they occur during the school day. Administer medication to students and maintain compliance with Massachusetts DPH for Medication Administration Delegation and Training Registration with the state. Administer yearly vision and hearing screening. Communicate with parents and faculty regarding illnesses, vaccination requirements, chronic conditions and/or injury of students. Oversee June program health and safety procedures and student health needs.

(25%): Consult with teachers, parents and Campus School staff regarding concerns about the students’ general health and well-being. Review and maintain student emergency health information and documentation. Oversee and maintain student health records and monitor compliance with Massachusetts state laws. Take the lead in training Campus School staff as needed to respond to the health and medical needs of individual students. This includes but is not limited to mandated annual health trainings such as anaphylaxis/epi-pen and blood borne pathogens training. The school nurse is also responsible for creating, maintaining, and appropriately distributing individualized health care plans for students with qualifying health care needs. As necessary, consult with the fifth and sixth grade teachers on health and wellness instruction.

(10%): Annually review and revise as necessary protocols and procedures for responding to illnesses, medical emergencies and students with chronic conditions, in consultation with the school administration and the consulting physician. Maintain, review and revise school physician agreement and standing orders/medical directives in consultation with school physician annually and as needed. Maintain the nurse’s station, medical supplies and medication dispensing cabinet.

Other Functions

(5%): Act as a key member of the school crisis management team. Maintain school's medical emergency response plan as required by the Massachusetts Department of Public Health. Work collaboratively with college health personnel to coordinate policies and health treatment plans when necessary.

All employees are expected to participate in the College's efforts to create a respectful, inclusive, and welcoming work environment.

Minimum Qualifications (knowledge, skills, education, experience, certifications, licenses)

Education/Experience: RN licensure, BSN, 3+ years of nursing experience that includes working with elementary school age children, CPR and first aid certified.
 

Experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in an elementary school setting strongly preferred

Skills

Medical expertise, exceptional communication and interpersonal skills; ability to interact with elementary age children, parents, teachers and staff in an effective and supportive manner. Ability to work independently and as a cooperative member of a team; ability to be flexible; good organizational skills.

Please attach BOTH a current resume and a cover letter in order for your application to be considered for this position . Be sure you have provided all attachments before submitting your application.

You will NOT be able to attach additional files after you have hit the Submit button.

Review of applications will begin

June 17, 2024

Compensation Grade:

Grade X Exempt

Position Type:

Regular

About Smith College

Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is one of the largest women’s colleges in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Massachusetts General Law, Chapter 151B, it is the policy of Smith College to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact our recruiting team at recruiting-.

As set forth in our mission and values, Smith College is committed to promoting a culture of equity and inclusion among students, staff and faculty. The College will not discriminate in employment on the basis of age, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, genetic information, age, veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other classification protected by law. Smith College is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all state and federal laws that prohibit discrimination.



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