Substitute School Nurse: Lead Student Health & Wellness

BROOKLYN SCHOOLS; Brooklyn (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Brooklyn Schools is seeking a Substitute School Nurse to provide healthcare to students, conduct screenings and coordinate referrals to medical providers. The role acts as a liaison among school staff, families and healthcare partners to advocate for a healthy school environment.

Responsibilities include administering medications per medical orders, supervising health staff, and maintaining accurate health records in compliance with CT laws and district policies.

Qualifications

• Valid State of Connecticut RN license issued by the Connecticut Department of Health
• 3-5 years of experience preferred
• Certification in CPR, First Aid and AED
• Alternatives to the above qualifications as the Superintendent or Board of Education may find appropriate
• Ability to meet physical job requirements including computer work, electronic and written charting and notes, lift, push and/or pull various supplies and/or equipment up to maximum of 20 pounds, assisting students with ADL skills and positioning
• Ability to complete work with frequent interruptions

Responsibilities

• Provide healthcare to students and perform health screenings.
• Coordinate referrals to medical, home or private health care providers.
• Serve as liaison between school personnel, family, community and healthcare providers to advocate for healthcare and a healthy school environment.
• Administer medication in compliance with medical orders and State guidelines.
• Supervise, monitor and evaluate health paraprofessional.
• Screen for illness and manage exclusion/readmission policies for infectious diseases.
• Follow laws and regulations regarding reporting abuse and illness to authorities.
• Maintain current records, activity logs, progress reports, treatment plans and files.
• Comply with professional, ethical and legal codes of conduct for nurses per CT Health and Education guidelines.
• Attend in-services as required.
• Promote good public relations by appearance and communication.
• Maintain confidentiality of district information.

Skills

RN license

CPR/First Aid/AED

Communication skills

Public relations

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Job description

Brooklyn Schools is seeking a Substitute School Nurse to provide healthcare to students, conduct screenings and coordinate referrals to medical providers. The role acts as a liaison among school staff, families and healthcare partners to advocate for a healthy school environment.

Responsibilities include administering medications per medical orders, supervising health staff, and maintaining accurate health records in compliance with CT laws and district policies.