School Nurse (RN)

Western Elementary School seeks a registered nurse to serve as the school's designated health professional. In this role, you will provide comprehensive health care services designed to promote and protect student health, act as a health advocate for all school children, and coordinate resources across home, school, and community to support the health and wellness of students and staff members. You will implement state laws, local board policies, and administrative procedures relative to health services in schools.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of the school team on committees including the Early Intervention Program (EIP), Student Assistance Team (SAT), 504 Team, Crisis Team, and Planning and Placement Team (PPT)
• Assess health needs of students and staff and provide appropriate and timely referrals
• Provide emergency first aid and work with the school community to identify safety hazards and recommend prevention programs
• Confer with parents, students, teachers, support staff, and other professionals to interpret health and developmental assessments
• Monitor students with special needs to maintain them in the school setting
• Provide guidance and counseling to families in health-related areas
• Maintain accurate, comprehensive, well-organized records, logs, surveys, and reports in accordance with Connecticut state requirements and Naugatuck Board of Education policies
• Determine compliance with state-mandated health assessments and immunizations for all students
• Coordinate administration of prescribed medications and treatments for students in school and train designated staff in medication administration
• Conduct vision, hearing, and postural screenings and make referrals and follow-ups on any deviations from normal
• Write Individual Health Care Plans (IHCP) for students with special needs and incorporate plans into student IEPs and 504 Plans when indicated
• Develop Individualized Emergency Medical Plans (IEMP) when necessary
• Make home visits when necessary for more effective identification and management of health problems
• Arrange for the school medical advisor to perform physical examinations for students and athletes and interpret results to students, parents, and school personnel
• Serve as a resource to teachers and administrators in implementing a comprehensive school health program by providing current scientific information related to health promotion and disease prevention
• Monitor attendance concerns, especially when medical documentation is required
• Remain knowledgeable about Connecticut state laws pertaining to immunizations, medication administration, health records, and related issues
• Remain current with the school nursing profession by attending conferences and workshops and through professional readings
• Perform other nursing duties and professional tasks as required

Required Qualifications

• Valid RN license from the State Department of Health Services
• Current CPR certification

Reports to: Supervisor of Nurses