Registered School Nurse - Full Time

TemPositions; Darien (CT); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Registered Nurses to work in a school setting, providing essential care to students from diverse backgrounds. In this role, you will develop care plans, administer medication, and educate students and staff on health procedures. The position emphasizes community involvement and requires a valid RN license in Connecticut. Join a supportive environment where your contributions make a significant impact on the health and well-being of students. This is a fantastic opportunity to engage with the community and foster a healthy school environment.

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 by doctors.
• Educate students and staff on health procedures.

Skills

State of Connecticut Registered Nurse (RN) license

Previous school nursing or substitute nursing experience

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 are community-oriented, providing health information to students, teachers, principals, and parents.

Job Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Develop care plans for students with ongoing conditions
2. Consult with teachers, school administrators, and other staff regarding student care
3. Administer medication as prescribed by doctors
4. Collaborate with school personnel and parents
5. Provide emergency treatment as needed to staff and students
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 school nursing or substitute nursing experience
• 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 and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.