Per Diem School Nurse - Upper School Wellness

Westtown; West Chester (Chester County); On-site; USD 41,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Westtown School in West Chester, PA, seeks experienced Registered Nurses and LPNs to join our healthcare team for per diem shifts during the academic year. The Upper School Wellness Center provides care to day and boarding students, requiring clinicians who are calm, decisive, and compassionate in a dynamic school setting.

Provide high-quality nursing care, conduct health assessments, manage illnesses and urgent situations, administer medications per policy, maintain confidential records, and

Qualifications

• Current RN or LPN license in Pennsylvania.
• 1-3 years of nursing experience, preferably in a medical-surgical setting.
• Strong clinical assessment skills and the ability to recognize and respond appropriately to changing health conditions.
• Current CPR certification.
• Previous school nursing experience, particularly in an independent school or adolescent healthcare setting, is preferred.
• A genuine interest in working with high school-aged students and an understanding of adolescent development.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality nursing care, health assessments, and first aid to students in response to routine medical needs, illnesses, injuries, and urgent situations.
• Assess student health concerns and determine appropriate treatment, follow-up care, or referral to outside medical providers.
• Coordinate, distribute, and administer medications in accordance with school policies and established medical protocols.
• Maintain accurate, timely, and confidential student health records and documentation of all nursing care, treatments, and procedures.
• Monitor and maintain medical supplies and equipment to ensure the Wellness Center is appropriately stocked and prepared.
• Collaborate with members of the healthcare team and other school colleagues to support the health, safety, and well-being of the Upper School community.
• Exercise sound clinical judgment and maintain a calm, professional approach when responding to unexpected or emergency situations.

Skills

Nursing assessment

Patient care

Emergency response

Communication skills

Education

RN License

LPN License

Job description

Westtown School in West Chester, PA, seeks experienced Registered Nurses and LPNs to join our healthcare team for per diem shifts during the academic year. The Upper School Wellness Center provides care to day and boarding students, requiring clinicians who are calm, decisive, and compassionate in a dynamic school setting.

Provide high-quality nursing care, conduct health assessments, manage illnesses and urgent situations, administer medications per policy, maintain confidential records, and