Registered School Nurse

TemPositions; Greenwich (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Registered Nurses to provide essential health services in schools. This role involves addressing acute care needs, developing care plans, and collaborating with educators to ensure student health and safety. You will play a vital role in educating students and staff on health procedures, monitoring immunization records, and providing emergency care when necessary. If you are passionate about student health and well-being, this opportunity offers a rewarding environment where your contributions will make a significant impact.

Qualifications

• Must hold a valid RN license in Connecticut.
• Experience in school nursing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop care plans for students with ongoing conditions.
• Administer medication as prescribed and provide emergency treatment.

Skills

State of Connecticut Registered Nurse (RN) license

Previous experience in school nursing or substitute nursing

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Knowledge of school laws and policies

BLS/CPR and First Aid certifications

Knowledge of state health regulations

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Are you interested in working as a school nurse with students in public, private, parochial, elementary, and high schools? We are currently seeking Registered Nurses to work in a school setting. In this position, you will address acute care needs in the school (including the three "B's" of school nursing - bumps, bruises, and bellyaches) and provide community-oriented services, including health education for students, teachers, principals, and parents.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Develop care plans for students with ongoing conditions
2. Consult with teachers, school administrators, and staff regarding student care
3. Administer medication as prescribed by doctors
4. Collaborate with school personnel and parents
5. Provide emergency treatment to staff and students as needed
6. Monitor student immunization records
7. Educate students and staff on health procedures
8. Perform hearing, vision, and other health screenings

Skills:

• State of Connecticut Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Previous experience in school nursing or substitute nursing
• Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
• Knowledge of school laws and policies
• BLS/CPR and First Aid certifications
• Knowledge of state health regulations

Company Overview

We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit discrimination against employees, applicants, or any covered persons based on race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or familial status, age, disability, citizenship, service in the military, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applications from minority groups and women are encouraged.