Nurse (Summer Program and Extended School Year)

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Summer school nurse

PRIMARY FUNCTION: To provide comprehensive school health services for all students and maintain student health records over the summer

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
This description of School Nurse is for identification and administrative purposes only. It is not intended to be a complete statement of all duties, which may be assigned or adjusted by the Superintendent of Schools according to varying needs.

• Participate in the planning, evaluation, and promotion of the school health program, including supporting students and families with health-related barriers to learning.
• Plan for health care, emergency protocols, and transportation and classroom adaptations for students with special health care needs in coordination with classroom teachers and special education supervisors.
• Maintain accurate records using designated student information systems to ensure continuity and accountability of the school health program
• Maintain current health records and emergency medical information on all students as required by state regulations.
• Develop individual nursing care plans to meet the cultural, educational, emotional, mental, physical, and social needs of students.
• Ensure compliance with IEPs by having medically necessary equipment available as needed.
• Adhere to state regulations regarding proper administration and storage of student medication.
• Collaborate with agencies within and outside of the community to ensure continuity of service and care for students and families.
• Lift and/or restrain students as necessary according to training and district protocols.

• Maintain working relationship with district's medical advisor by consulting with them on health needs of students and actively engaging with them on a regular basis

   

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Current Connecticut RN License
• Academic requirements as stated in the Connecticut Education Regulations Sec.10-212-2
• Active CPR/BLS (Basic Life Support) and First Aid Certification 

• Must be available all summer

   

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bilingual (English and Spanish)
• One-year appropriate clinical experience within the past three years
• Baccalaureate of Science in Nursing
• School Nurse certification

SALARY: Paid hourly

New London Public School District is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. 
Candidates from diverse racial, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds are encouraged to apply.