Registered School Nurse - Per Diem

TemPositions; Cos Cob (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated Registered Nurses to provide essential health services in schools. This role involves developing care plans, administering medications, and educating students and staff on health procedures. If you're passionate about student health and have a valid RN license in Connecticut, this position offers a rewarding opportunity to make a difference in the lives of young learners. Join a community-oriented environment where your skills will be valued and utilized to promote health and well-being in schools.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop care plans for students with ongoing conditions.
• Administer medication as required by doctors' orders.
• Monitor student immunization records and provide emergency treatment.

Skills

State of Connecticut Registered Nurse (RN) license

Previous school nursing/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 cover any acute care needs in the school (including the three "B's" of school nursing - bumps, bruises, and bellyaches) and are community-oriented, including 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 school staff regarding student care
3. Administer medication as required by doctors' orders
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:

1. State of Connecticut Registered Nurse (RN) license
2. Previous school nursing/substitute nursing experience
3. Bachelor's Degree in Nursing
4. Knowledge of school laws and policies
5. BLS/CPR and First Aid certifications
6. Knowledge of state health regulations