Registered Professional Nurse

Schenectady City School District; City of Schenectady, New York, City of Syracuse (NY, NY, NY); On-site; USD 51,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

An established educational institution is seeking a dedicated Registered Professional Nurse to provide essential health services to students. This role involves not only administering first aid and emergency treatments but also maintaining health records and collaborating with school physicians. The ideal candidate will possess strong nursing skills, compassion, and a commitment to student well-being. Join a transformative team focused on enhancing the health and safety of students in a dynamic and supportive environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to make a significant impact on the lives of young learners.

Qualifications

• Graduation from a nursing school approved by the State Education Department.
• Eligibility for a license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Administers first aid and emergency treatment to students and staff.
• Maintains health records and assists in physical examinations.
• Inspects school facilities for safety and sanitary conditions.

Skills

Nursing principles and techniques

First aid and emergency treatment

Health record maintenance

Communication skills

Observation and mental alertness

Education

Graduation from an approved school of nursing

Eligibility for a New York RN license

Job description

Position Title

Registered Professional Nurse

Required Application Type

School Related Personnel

Salary/Pay Scale

Starting salary - $51,000-$55,550/year

Job Description

Distinguishing Features of the Class and Registered Professional Nurse

This is a professional nursing position involving responsibility for giving care to students and for performing related nursing services such as pupil health screening and notification of defects and communicable disease control requiring judgment and skills. This position differs from the certificated position of School Nurse-Teacher in that there is no responsibility for either classroom instruction or guidance involved. The work is performed under the general direction of a School Physician or School Nurse-Teacher. Supervision may be exercised over the work of clerical assistants. The professional nurse performs professional nursing services at one or more schools in the maintenance of acceptable health standards, school health records and the emergency treatment of student and employee health problems; does related work as required. This position requires a high degree of patience, compassion and responsiveness to student experiences

Typical Work Activities and Registered Professional Nurse Expectations

• Assists the School Physician in physical, visual and auditory screening examinations of students and employees;
• Administers first aid and emergency treatment to students and employees;
• Prepares and maintains health records for school authorities;
• Assists at school immunization clinics;
• Arranges to transport sick or injured students or employees to hospital, home, doctor's, and dentist's office in cases of emergency;
• Inspects the school plant, playground and cafeteria and reports on general safety and sanitary conditions;
• Orders, inventories and oversees the storage of first aid and related health supplies and equipment;
• Consults with attendance teachers, staff members and school nurse-teachers concerning a variety of health factors related to non-attendance and communicable disease;
• Prepares records and reports as required.

Full Performance Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Personal Characteristics and Key Qualities of Registered Professional Nurse

• Open to learning;
• Goes above and beyond to connect with students and families;
• Connects families to community resources;
• Good knowledge of nursing principles and techniques and their relation to medical practices and skill in their application;
• Working knowledge of material-medical, dietetics, sanitation and personal hygiene;
• Skill in the application of technical, oral and written instructions;
• Ability to keep records and make reports;
• Ability to get along well with students, teachers, parents and others;
• Ability to carry out successfully the measures prescribed;
• Ability to plan and supervise the work of sub-professional and non-technical personnel;
• Good observation, mental alertness, firmness, initiative;
• Cheerfulness, patience, emotional stability, sympathetic attitude toward the sick;
• Good moral character.

Civil Service Title

Registered Professional Nurse - School

Job Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

(A) Graduation from a school of nursing approved by the State Education Department from a course approved by such department as qualifying for Registered Professional Nurse.

(B) Eligibility for a license issued by the State of New York to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse.

Special Requirement for Acceptance of Applications:

Eligibility for a license issued by the State Education Department from a course approved by such department as qualifying for Registered Professional Nurse.

Application Procedure

The Schenectady City School District (SCSD) has begun a period of change that seeks to transform the district and its schools. A significant level of local, state, and federal attention and investment in the Schenectady City Schools has characterized the last few years providing an incredible opportunity to ensure that all of its students graduate prepared to succeed in college or a well-paying career. Currently, the Schenectady City School District is seeking highly competent, motivated, dedicated and fully engaged individuals to accept leadership roles throughout the district's schools and Central Office to serve the academic, emotional and physical needs of approximately 10,000 students through the essential elements of the district's Strategic Plan. The Superintendent is leading a talented and committed leadership team with the aim of moving SCSD toward world class status and preparing all students for success.

The Schenectady City School District is committed to hiring members of the protected classes and residents of the City of Schenectady. For more information on the Schenectady City School District recruitment and hiring plan, please contact the Office of Human Resources. The Schenectady City School District does not discriminate on the basis of age, color, creed, disability, marital status, veteran status, national origin, race or gender. This policy is in compliance with the Title IX of the Education amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Regulations and Bylaws of the Board of Education of the Schenectady City School District.

Job Category

Nurses

Job Location

Multiple