Residential Nurse Position Available In Western Connecticut Planning Region, Connecticut

Residential Nurse Hubbard Day – 2.6 Stamford, CT Job Details Full-time From $70,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Health savings account Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 401(k) matching Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Qualifications Working with people with developmental disabilities CPR Certification Nursing Medication administration Working with people with disabilities First aid Mid-level Master’s degree Licensed School Nurse Bachelor’s degree First Aid Certification Master of Nursing AED Certification Nursing Full Job Description Residential Nurse Position Afternoon (3PM- 11PM) and Overnight (11PM- 9AM) Residential Nurse Position Provide professional nursing services and health education onsite to children with developmental disabilities in a small, diverse independent residential setting that values innovation, expertise, collaboration, and community. The Residential Nurse is responsible for: Communicating with parents, staff, and health providers regarding the management of student health services Staying informed and keeping up to date on developments in public health and changes to local and state rules and federal guidance that impact the school community Providing professional nursing services in accordance with Nursing Standards and CT Licensing requirements Administering medications and treatments to students as needed keeping the MARS up to date Training staff to administer medications and emergency rescue medications Ensuring safe and secure location for medication storage following Department of Children and Families (“DCF”) guidelines. Ensuring all medication orders are up to date and followed explicitly. With parent permission, student physicians may be contacted when questions arise Providing emergency first aid to school staff while on duty as needed Educating staff about allergies and other health care needs of student Participating in team collaboration on the learning plans for students with complex medical issues that impact learning Maintaining current health records for students and staff in accordance with local requirements, including immunization records Developing and updating health forms, policies, and protocols as required Maintaining electronic records related to injuries Developing developmentally appropriate curriculum for students on health topics like nutrition, exercise, puberty, sex education, etc. Delivering lessons on health topics, as needed. Developing programs on health and nutrition topics for parent education workshops and leading those workshops Serving on the School Emergency Response Team (“SERT”) Hubbard Residential is a residential setting for residents with developmental disabilities (ages 14-21). A majority of the residents have a diagnosis of autism spectrum disorder (ASD). Some of our residents have complex underlying medical conditions, and many or most have significant sensory processing issues, behavioral challenges, and significant speech and language issues.

Reports To:

Head of School Qualifications:

Registered Professional Nurse, Current CT License, bachelor’s or master’s degree in nursing or a related health care field, CPR/AED certification, Mandated Reporter training (current) Preferred experience: School nursing or pediatric health, experience working with adults or children with developmental disabilities. First Aid/CPR trainers would be ideal.

Note:

Applicants without our preferred experience but who communicate a strong desire to work with our population and an eagerness to learn and grow will be strongly considered.

Compensation:

$70K annual salary (includes paid vacation during all school breaks), comprehensive benefits and retirement matching.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Health savings account Paid time off Parental leave Professional development assistance Referral program Retirement plan Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Pediatrics Physical Setting:

School Work Location:

In person