Early Childhood/Lower School Nurse

Léman Manhattan Preparatory School; New York (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Léman Manhattan Preparatory School is seeking a School Nurse to provide health services within a vibrant, diverse learning community serving students from PK through Grade 12. The role supports anti-bias and inclusive education while ensuring student health and safety throughout the day.

Responsibilities include health screenings, direct care for injuries and illnesses, coordination with families and staff, and adherence to NYS immunization and disease control requirements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Current license to practice in New York State.
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification.
• Minimum of one year of experience as a school nurse.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Commitment to the school’s mission, core values, and inclusion statement.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of all health matters within the school.
• Provides clear guidance to students, families, and staff regarding management and follow up for health matters.
• Conducts daily health screenings for all students upon school entry.
• Provides direct care during the school day to students from PK through Grade 5 for injuries and acute illness.
• Experience with monitoring children on a continuous insulin infusion pump and/or long-term management of students with special health care needs.
• Communicates clearly with parents, faculty and staff on student illnesses.
• Facilitates immunization and disease control requirements as mandated by NYS.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Verbal and written communication

Adaptability

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

New York State license to practice

Tools

Magnus software

Job description

About Léman

Léman Manhattan is the only independent school in Lower Manhattan serving students from 12 months through Grade 12, offering a rigorous International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme in one of the world’s most dynamic educational environments.

About Léman

Léman Manhattan is the only independent school in Lower Manhattan serving students from 12 months through Grade 12, offering a rigorous International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme in one of the world’s most dynamic educational environments. Consistently ranked among New York’s top private schools by Niche (#29 K–12, #5 Arts, #3 Boarding, #3 Diversity), Léman is also NYC’s only boarding school and the first private school to achieve acceptances to all Ivy League institutions within its first decade of graduates. Our community represents over 130 countries, fostering a global perspective and inclusive culture. Blending distinguished tradition with cutting-edge innovation, Léman prepares students for the rapidly evolving college and career landscape—guided by our mission: “Each student, future prepared.”

Main Purpose Of Role

This role is part of Léman Manhattan’s vibrant, collaborative learning community, which delivers an engaging and academically rigorous program for all students. Each employee demonstrates a commitment to anti-bias and anti-racism work and to fostering an inclusive learning community. As an international school with a global outlook, Léman Manhattan utilizes the International Baccalaureate Programme's philosophy to equip students with the knowledge and skills to become thoughtful, engaged leaders. As a school community, we are committed to promoting diversity, equity, belonging, and justice, and to holding ourselves accountable for addressing harm, repairing relationships, and continuing to learn together.

Key Responsibilities

• Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of all health matters within the school
• Provides clear guidance to students, families, and staff members regarding management and follow up for all health matters
• Conducts daily health screenings for all students upon school entry
• Provides direct care during the school day to students from PK through Grade 5 for injuries and acute illness
• Experience with monitoring children on a continuous insulin infusion pump and/or long-term management of students with special health care needs
• Conducts lice checks as needed
• Collaborates closely with administration and participate in the Student Support Team (SST)
• Communicates clearly and proactively with parents, faculty and staff on student illnesses
• Adheres to and promote all school health policies
• Facilitates New York State mandated immunization and communicable disease control requirements
• Serves as a health resource and educator in the health instruction curriculum
• Demonstrates initiative, leadership, organization and decision‑making skills, coupled with objectivity and good professional judgment in stressful situations
• Proficiency in basic computer operation, including electronic health records management office software, online research and database operation, and Magnus software
• Utilizes learning management and student information systems provided by the school
• Presents a positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school; demonstrates behavior that is professional as identified in Employee Handbook (inside and outside of school)
• Continues to grow professionally by participating in educational opportunities, reads professional publications, and participates in professional organizations
• Demonstrates flexibility and a positive attitude toward new challenges and growth opportunities
• Participates in school-wide events; attends during and after‑school functions in support of school community
• Attends and participates in all required faculty and staff meetings and serves on school committees as required
• Completes responsibilities as assigned by Division Head or direct supervisor based on student and school needs (e.g. test proctoring)
• Support the needs of the Leman+ program on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3:30-5pm and Friday 3:30-4:30pm.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Current license to practice in New York State
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification
• Minimum of one year of experience as a school nurse
• Experience using Magnus software preferred
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Commitment to the school’s mission, core values, and inclusion statement