Early Childhood/Lower School Nurse

Léman Manhattan seeks an Early Childhood/Lower School Nurse to provide comprehensive health services for students in Pre-K through Grade 5 at an independent International Baccalaureate school in Lower Manhattan. This role is central to the school's commitment to student wellness and safety, requiring a licensed nurse to manage daily health screenings, provide direct care for injuries and acute illness, and serve as a health resource for students, families, and staff.

Clinical Setting

Léman Manhattan is an independent school serving students from 12 months through Grade 12, including a boarding program. The Early Childhood/Lower School division encompasses Pre-K through Grade 5. You will work within a collaborative, inclusive learning community that emphasizes diversity, equity, and global perspective.

Responsibilities

• Conduct daily health screenings for all students upon school entry
• Provide direct care during the school day to students from Pre-K through Grade 5 for injuries and acute illness
• Monitor children on continuous insulin infusion pumps and manage long-term care for students with special health care needs
• Conduct lice checks as needed
• Provide clear guidance to students, families, and staff regarding management and follow-up for all health matters
• Advise school leadership, staff, and the community regarding quarantine and isolation requirements following positive cases, exposure, or travel
• Collaborate closely with administration and participate in the Student Support Team (SST)
• Communicate clearly and proactively with parents, faculty, and staff on student illnesses
• Facilitate New York State mandated immunization and communicable disease control requirements
• Serve as a health resource and educator in the health instruction curriculum
• Adhere to and promote all school health policies
• Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of all health matters within the school
• Maintain proficiency in basic computer operation, including electronic health records management, office software, online research, database operation, and Magnus software
• Utilize learning management and student information systems provided by the school
• Present a positive role model for students that supports the school's mission
• Participate in school-wide events and attend during and after-school functions in support of the school community
• Attend and participate in all required faculty and staff meetings and serve on school committees as required
• Support the needs of the Leman+ program on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 3:30-5:00 PM and Friday 3:30-4:30 PM
• Complete additional responsibilities as assigned by the Division Head or direct supervisor based on student and school needs, such as test proctoring
• Continue professional growth by participating in educational opportunities, reading professional publications, and participating in professional organizations
• Demonstrate flexibility and a positive attitude toward new challenges and growth opportunities

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree
• Current license to practice as a nurse in New York State
• Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification
• Minimum of one year of experience as a school nurse
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
• Commitment to the school's mission, core values, and inclusion statement

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using Magnus software