Registered Nurse (RN)

Blind Overbrook School for; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Financial support for advanced degrees

Health benefits package

Job summary

Overbrook School for the Blind is seeking a dedicated Registered Nurse to oversee health services for visually impaired students. This role includes evaluating student health needs, administering medications, and collaborating with educational staff.

The ideal candidate will hold a valid RN license in Pennsylvania and possess at least five years of nursing experience, preferably with pediatric patients. The position offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Valid RN license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Five years of nursing experience in a school or similar setting.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and document students' illnesses and injuries.
• Collaborate with school personnel to modify the environment for special needs.
• Administer routine health screenings and medications.

Skills

Patient Assessment

Health Education Promotion

Medication Administration

Team Collaboration

Emergency Response

Education

Bachelor of Science in Nursing

Valid RN license in Pennsylvania

CPR/First Aid certification

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

Gmail

Job description

The Registered Nurse of Overbrook School for the Blind exudes a passion for the school, its students, and its employees. This position will report directly to the Director of Health Services.

Mission

The Mission of Overbrook School for the Blind (OSB) is to develop and deliver education that enhances the options available for persons with visual impairments, including those with additional challenges so that they have the greatest opportunity to experience active and fulfilling lives.

Organizational Description

Overbrook School for the Blind serves students who are blind or visually impaired with or without additional disabilities (such as intellectual disability, cerebral palsy, hearing impairment, sensory issues, and those who require specialized medical care). We provide a customized, individualized education based on state educational standards.

Job Functions

This position provides assessment of students' health needs, promotes health education, and delivers prescribed medications and treatments. On a daily basis, the expectation will be to perform illness and health maintenance assessments and screenings. In addition, the Registered Nurse may be assigned special projects by the Director of Health Services.

Essential Functions

• Evaluates and documents students' illnesses and injuries; provides appropriate treatment within the scope of the school's practice and communicates the health status to parents and relevant staff.
• Collaborates with administrators, teachers, and other school personnel to modify the school environment for children with special needs and serves as a liaison between the medical community and the school.
• Administers daily, temporary, and PRN medications to students.
• Conducts routine screenings of students (height, weight, blood pressure, and hearing).
• Provides specialized nursing care for students with chronic conditions who may require procedures such as catheterization, tube feeding, and tracheostomy care, and oversees the activities of ancillary personnel.
• Provides health counseling for students, parents, and school personnel, making recommendations for changes to the environment to reduce safety hazards.
• Administers in‑service programs to classroom staff, students, and parents on topics such as G‑Tube Feeding, Asthma, Seizures, EpiPens/Anaphylaxis, and Diabetes.
• Assumes responsibility for the care of sick and injured students and school personnel.
• Responds to emergency requests in a timely, professional manner.
• Maintains adequate and up‑to‑date student health records, reviews and files health forms for each student.
• Notifies parents and staff concerning contagious diseases when necessary, and missing health forms or incomplete immunization records.
• Assists with formulating a list for each classroom indicating important medical precautions for students.
• Assists in the development of departmental policies and procedures.
• Assures workers‑compensation incident reports are completed accurately and timely: delivers completed form to Human Resources and follows procedure for referring injured employees for medical treatment.
• Participates in Professional Development Day as a participant or presenter; serves on various school committees to improve the overall function of the Health Services Department and School.
• Complies with the policies and procedures of Overbrook School for the Blind.
• Maintains compliance with the State of Pennsylvania School Health and Child‑Care guidelines.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Director of Health Services.

Minimum Education and Experience Qualifications

• Valid RN license in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing.
• Current CPR/First Aid certification for nurses.
• Five years of nursing experience, with pediatrics and young adults in a school, residential, or similar setting.
• Demonstrated flexibility with work schedule to accommodate the needs of the Health Services Department.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a team member and handle frequent interruptions.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Gmail.

Physical Requirements & Work Environment

• Lifting: Ability to lift at least 50 lb with assistance; participate in two‑person lifts.
• Repetitive finger and hand motion for keyboard and file room tasks.
• Physical exertion to move, lift, carry, pull, or push heavy objects or materials.
• Work is primarily indoors; some outdoor activities may be required; employees are subject to accidents and/or injuries incurred during essential functions of the position.

Benefits and Pay

OSB offers a competitive salary and benefits package reflective of the applicant’s training and experience, including substantial financial support for the pursuit of advanced degrees. Applications from members of communities traditionally underrepresented in school administrative positions are invited.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Overbrook School for the Blind (OSB) has, and will continue to follow, a policy of recruiting, employing and promoting individuals best qualified for any position by reason of education, training, and experience without regard to race, color, ancestry, genetic information, familial or marital status, domestic or sexual violence victimization, ethnicity, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth or a related medical condition), sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or non‑job‑related disability or the use of a guide or support animal because of blindness, deafness or physical disability. OSB shall not discriminate against an individual who has exercised his/her rights against discrimination in accordance with applicable federal, state, or local laws.