School Nurse

Young World Physical Education; Pleasant Hill (AL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

South Kingstown School District is seeking a School Nurse Teacher to lead the school health program and partner with families, staff, and community providers to promote student health.

The position emphasizes managing health records, coordinating care plans, conducting health screenings and safeguarding a healthy school environment in accordance with RIDOH and RIDE guidelines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from an accredited college.
• At least 3 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in pediatrics.
• Rhode Island Department of Education Teaching Certification or coursework towards this certification.
• Current Rhode Island Nursing Licensure.
• CPR and Basic First Aid Certification.
• Three letters of recommendation.

Responsibilities

• Implements school health policies and regulations and maintains health records.
• Oversees health screenings and individual health care plans for students.
• Maintains a clean, confidential school clinic and coordinates with families and providers.
• Delivers health services and supports crisis response per district safety plans.

Skills

Clinical nursing

Pediatrics experience

RN license

CPR & First Aid

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing

RI Teaching Certification coursework

Job description

South Kingstown Public Schools Peace Dale Elementary School – Peace Dale, Rhode Island (Open in Google Maps)

School Nurse

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Starting Date: To Be Determined

Job Description

South Kingstown School District

School Nurse Teacher Job Description

Position Title: School Nurse Teacher

Grade: Pre-K through 12

The School Nurse Teacher (SNT) is the leader in the school community to oversee school health policies, programs, and follows the Rules and Regulations of School Health as set forth by the Rhode Island Department of Education and the Rhode Island Department of Health. The SNT serves as a liaison between school personnel, families, healthcare providers and community members to promote and advocate for healthcare and a healthy school environment physically, socially and emotionally.

• 1. Bachelor’s Degree, preferably in Nursing or an applicable field, from an accredited college or university.
• 2. At least 3 years of clinical nursing experience, preferably in pediatrics.
• 3. Rhode Island Department of Education Teaching Certification or currently enrolled in coursework towards this certification.
• 4. Current Rhode Island Nursing Licensure
• 5. Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation, Basic First Aid Certification
• 6. Three letters of recommendation

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (other duties may be assigned):

• 1. Implements the Rules and Regulations of School Health as set forth by RIDE and RIDOH and public health mandates.
• 2. Demonstrates skill in assessment and nursing interventions provided to students and staff; refers to other professionals in a timely manner when appropriate.
• 3. Maintains accurate, regulation-compliant, and up–to‑date student health records (immunizations, physicals, school screenings, health issues).
• 4. Maintains a clean, comfortable, and confidential school clinic.
• 5. Contributes to the development and revision of health policies.
• 6. Applies current research‑based best instructional practices and strategies to deliver health services.
• 7. Coordinates and conducts school health screenings and safety assessments.
• 8. Develops, implements and monitors individualized health care plans.
• 9. Makes recommendations to IEP and Section 504 teams and in other situations, as appropriate.
• 10. Administers and ensures the safe and secure keeping of medications, in compliance with the school district’s medication policy and state laws and regulations.
• 11. Consults and collaborates professionally with colleagues, students and their parents when appropriate.
• 12. Acts as a resource for health teaching, health promotion and disease prevention.
• 13. Displays knowledge of child development and is sensitive to social, cultural and gender identity issues.
• 14. Demonstrates understanding of the role of the school nurse teacher in crisis situations: responds in alignment with the District Safety Plan.
• 15. Assists and educates students in monitoring their own health issues and progress.
• 16. Takes responsibility for personal professional growth.
• 17. Collects, records and presents student data for the purpose of RIDE/RIDOH or district initiatives; uses data to evaluate health issues/programs and revise practice.
• 18. Deliver care to students with acute and chronic health conditions as well as administering first aid for injuries.
• 19. Preventing and controlling the spread of communicable diseases.
• 20. Connecting students and their families to healthcare providers and other health resources as needed.
• 21. Learning district technology platforms for charting, data collection, communicating and virtual meetings.
• 22. Order supplies for the school health program/health office.
• 23. Carry out other duties as designated by supervisor(s).

Skills Required:

• Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, test data, technical medical procedures (within reason) and governmental regulations (FDA, USDA, etc.).
• Ability to calculate figures and amounts as they relate to medications and doctor’s orders.
• Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory in this specific field.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, staff and the community. Ability to communicate clearly in both oral and written form.
• Ability to perform duties with awareness of all district requirements, school committee policies and government policies (HIPPA, FERPA).

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk, sit, talk and hear. Specific vision ability required by this job includes near and distance vision. Lifting a reasonable amount of weight and/or lifting with assistance is a requirement.

Work Environment:

• The work environment characteristics described in this document are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• The noise level in this environment may be loud, depending upon the activity in the particular part of the day and location.

Terms of Employment: Work year, salary and benefits established by the School Committee and/or designated bargaining unit.

Position Type: Full-time

Job Categories: Student Services > School Nurse

Job Requirements

• At least 3 year(s) of relevant experience preferred.
• Bachelor degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency or work visa required.

Application Instructions

South Kingstown School Department actively seeks applications from the most capable, professional candidates. In order to be considered, you must submit a COMPLETE SchoolSpring application. Incomplete SchoolSpring applications will NOT be considered. If selected for hire, you will be required to provide the following items in person:

1. W-42. Federal BCI (Done through your local police department or State Attorney General's Office). Please note that this is a national finger print check.
2. I-9 (Must be filled out in person) Please bring appropriate documentation.
3. Please also include a copy of your RIDE certificate with your application or your certificate number. Verified transcripts are preferable - if not possible we ask that you bring paper copies of all schooling to your interview.
4. For hiring purposes, selected candidates will need to provide official documentation of any post secondary schooling and teaching experience (if applicable) for salary determination.

Contact Information

• Rachel Guidera, School Nurse
• 215 Columbia Street
• Wakefield, Rhode Island 02879
• Phone: [phone]
• Email: [e-mail]

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