Nurse for Extended School Year Services

Biddeford School Department; Biddeford (ME); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Nurse for its summer school program. This role involves providing essential medical care and support to special education and ELL students during summer sessions. The ideal candidate will have a Maine Nursing License and a commitment to student health and well-being. Located in the picturesque Biddeford community, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact on students' lives while enjoying the beautiful coastal surroundings. Join a team that values diversity and is committed to fostering a supportive educational environment.

Qualifications

• Must hold a Maine Nursing License and be a Registered Nurse.
• Experience with health assessments and managing student health plans.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care and first aid to special education students.
• Conduct health assessments and coordinate health-related plans.

Skills

Nursing

Health Assessment

Medication Administration

Communication Skills

Education

Maine License in Nursing

Registered Nurse (RN)

Job description

Biddeford Schools are seeking:
Nurse - Summer School Year

The Biddeford School Department is looking for a Nurse for Extended School Year Services. The dates are July 7-July 31, Monday-Thursday, from 8:00-12:00.

Job Summary

The Nurse will provide supervision for the medical and first aid care of special education students, Blast, Jumpstart and ELL students attending Biddeford’s summer programs. The nurse will provide clinical input in the acute care of children attending summer school and work with parents and administration when a student is unable to attend scheduled sessions.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Certification/License: Maine License in Nursing required
• Registered Nurse credential (RN)
• Maine Department of Education CHRC fingerprinting

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides health assessment, conducts vision, hearing, scoliosis, and other tests as may be required by the state.
• Provides ongoing health records and information, interprets and initiates health referrals to pupils, parents, school personnel and health agencies to meet individual student needs.
• Coordinates all health related 504 plans for students at assigned schools.
• Provide the administration of medication according to Biddeford School Department policy JLCD.
• Promotes and assists in the control of communicable diseases through preventative immunization programs, monitoring and reporting of contagious diseases as required.
• Provides health information to assist students and families in making health related decisions.

Live and Work in the Biddeford, Maine Community

• Located along the Atlantic coastline with miles of beaches
• Views of the Saco River to its west
• Less than 20 minutes south of the Greater Portland Area
• It is less than two hours north of Boston.
• Home to a growing population of diverse residents
• Picturesque downtown
• Maine's youngest city, with a median age of 29 in the historic downtown
• Thriving economy
• Many recreational opportunities, including fishing, hiking, biking, public parks, and kayaking

Equal Opportunity
The School Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The district shall actively work to have the teacher and administrator workforce reflect the student body's diversity.
The School Department's selection will be based on those with the highest capabilities, the most vital commitment to quality education, and the greatest probability of effectively implementing the learning program.
Therefore, selections will be made without consideration on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, religion, ancestry or national origin, age, marital status, parental status, disability or genetic information, pregnancy, membership in an employee organization, military service, political affiliation, and any other state or federal prohibitions.
For this policy, "sexual orientation" means a person's actual or perceived heterosexuality, bisexuality, homosexuality, or gender identity or expression.
Criminal Background Check
All employees of Maine schools must be fingerprinted for a criminal history background check. Please create a Department of Education log-in and make an appointment for a fingerprinting appointment at https://www.maine.gov/doe/cert/fingerprinting
Please see other Job Openings at :
Biddeford Schools
Dayton School
Southern Maine Administrative Collaborative