Registered Professional Nurse

Wappingers Central School District; Hopewell Junction (NY); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Wappingers Central School District is looking for a full-time Registered Professional Nurse to provide health services at schools. This role supports the health needs of students and staff, acting as an advocate and consultant.

Candidates must possess a New York State RN license and CPR certification. Responsibilities include health care delivery and policy development. NYSED Fingerprint Clearance is required.

Qualifications

• Possession of a New York State license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse.
• NYSED Fingerprint Clearance required.
• CPR certification for all ages is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Provide health services for students and staff at one or more schools.
• Act as an advocate and consultant on health-related issues.
• Support the physical, mental, emotional, and social climate for students and staff.

Skills

Health counseling

Policy development

Advocacy

Education

Graduation from an approved school of nursing

Job description

The Wappingers Central School District is seeking a full-time Registered Professional Nurse. This position is responsible for providing, at one or more schools, health services for students and staff, and acts as an advocate, liaison and consultant on health‑related issues for students, families and school personnel. The School Nurse is an integral part of the WCSD school program in supporting an optimum physical, mental, emotional and social climate for all students and staff. The services provided by the School Nurse include health care delivery, health counseling and health program and policy development.

Please note that NYSED Fingerprint Clearance is required.

Please contact Theresa Cetola in the Office of Human Resources at 845‑298‑5000, x40116 or via email [e-mail].

Graduation from a school of nursing approved by the State Education Department and/or program as qualifying as a NYS Registered Nurse.

New York State driver’s license. Possession of a license issued by the State of New York to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse and CPR (all ages) certification. License and certification renewals are required for continued employment.