School Nurse

Westchester Day School; Orienta (NY); Sur place; USD 59 000 - 80 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Westchester Day School in Mamaroneck, NY, is seeking responsible, enthusiastic School Nurse Substitutes to provide nursing services during the school day when our staff nurse is absent. The position supports two-year-olds through 8th grade, with opportunities to contribute to student health and safety across classrooms and the health office.

Responsibilities include direct nursing care, medication administration, chronic condition management, emergency response, health documentation in

Qualifications

• RN or PA license required.
• Valid state nursing license in good standing.
• Experience in pediatric, community health, or school nursing preferred.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification required or ability to obtain.
• Knowledge of school health regulations, documentation, and confidentiality standards.

Responsabilités

• Provide direct nursing care to students for illness, injury, and medical needs during the school day.
• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and school policies.
• Monitor and manage chronic health conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes, allergies).
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide first aid and life-saving interventions as needed.
• Maintain accurate and confidential health records in compliance with FERPA.

Connaissances

Pediatric health care

FERPA knowledge

Communication skills

Multitasking

Confidentiality

Formation

RN or PA license

Outils

CPR/AED Certification

First Aid Certification

Description du poste

We are seeking responsible, enthusiastic, and flexible School Nurse Substitutes to provide nursing services during the school day when our staff nurse is absent.

About the School

Established in 1948 in Mamaroneck, NY, Westchester Day School is a Modern Orthodox, co-educational, dual curriculum Jewish elementary( 2-year-olds through 8th grade), prepares students to live as mensches and lifelong learners and inspires them to impact the world around them by cultivating a commitment to Torah, midot, community and academic rigor.

Responsibilities include:

• Provide direct nursing care to students for illness, injury, and medical needs during the school day
• WDS is 2-year-olds through 8th grade and Westchester Hebrew High School is 9th-12th grade
• Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and school policies
• Monitor and manage chronic health conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes, allergies, etc.)
• Respond to medical emergencies and provide first aid and life-saving interventions as needed
• Maintain accurate and confidential health records in compliance with FERPA
• Monitor immunization compliance and communicable disease protocols
• Communicate with families regarding student health concerns and follow-up care
• Collaborate with administrators, teachers, counselors, and support staff to support student wellness
• Provide health education and promote healthy habits and disease prevention
• Ensure compliance with state and local health regulations and school policies
• Maintain a clean, organized, and safe health office

Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) or Physician Assistant (PA), as required by state or school
• Valid state nursing license in good standing
• Experience in pediatric, community health, or school nursing preferred
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification required or ability to obtain
• Knowledge of school health regulations, documentation, and confidentiality standards

• Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple needs simultaneously
• Compassionate, calm, and professional demeanor
• Strong organizational and documentation skills
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion

Hourly rate for this role is $50.00 hour, depending upon education and experience.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or any other protected status.