School Nurse (Float)

School Nurse (Float) Wakefield, MA Job Details Full-time $63,302 a year 20 hours ago Qualifications School experience Health screenings CPR Certification Infectious diseases (public health) Medication administration RN License Faculty collaboration Student record keeping BLS Certification Local agency collaboration Mid-level RN experience Policy & process development Working with children Medical records First Aid Certification Care plan development Pediatrics Working with students with special education needs Healthcare policy development Pediatric first aid Managing patient records Care coordination Referral coordination Patient emergency assistance Health education and counseling Community resource coordination Hearing assessments

Full Job Description SUMMARY:

Wakefield Public Schools is seeking a passionate and dedicated School Nurse to cover the needs of all the schools across the district with a primary location at the Woodville Elementary. This position is for 5 full days per week position

QUALIFICATIONS

Registered Nurse (RN) license in MA DESE license as a School Nurse highly preferred CPR and First Aid certification. Experience in pediatric or school nursing is highly desirable.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Provide comprehensive health care to students, including first aid and emergency care. Administer prescribed medications and maintain accurate records. Conduct health screenings and assessments for vision, hearing, and developmental issues. Develop and implement individual health care plans for students with special medical needs. Monitor and manage communicable diseases, following public health guidelines. Maintain student health records in compliance with state and federal regulations. Educate students, staff, and parents on health-related topics and promote wellness programs. Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and parents to address student health concerns. Participate in the development of school health policies and procedures. Ensure the school's health office is well-equipped and maintained. Coordinate with local healthcare providers and community resources for student referrals.

REPORTS TO

Administrator of Special Education and Student Support SALARY:

Unit A salary scale