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SCHOOL NURSE ESY-BHS-SUM23

Company: Brookline School District
Location: Brookline
Posted on: October 31, 2024

Job Description:

General Description:

The public schools of Brookline, a dynamic, diverse and exciting school community, is seeking an experienced pediatric nurse for summer employment.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

  • Provide direct and appropriate nursing care to students; assessment, treatment, planning, intervention, evaluation, management and referral as indicated.
  • Prepare and maintain accurate student health records, including current immunizations as mandated by state regulations. Timely documentation of daily health encounters into Electronic Health Record.
  • Promote a healthy school environment, including ensuring immunization compliance.
  • Create, update and implement comprehensive Individual Health Care Plans for students with health care concerns.
  • Administer daily and PRN (as needed) medications and nursing care procedures prescribed by the student's health care provider and in accordance with Massachusetts Department of Public Health.
  • Implement and record required screening programs; notify parents when further medical evaluation is indicated.
  • Collaboration with interdisciplinary team in development of 504 or IEP's as indicated
  • Collaborate with school staff regarding safety plans for handicapped or special needs students.
  • Employ cultural competency in delivering effective care in this diverse community.
  • Initiate emergency procedures for students and staff as needed.
  • Communicate with parents/guardians regarding individual student health issue in a timely manner
  • Prepare and submit monthly report and all state mandated reports to Coordinator of School Health in timely manner.
  • Other responsibilities as assigned by Coordinator of School Health Abilities Required:
    • Ability to provide direct nursing care
    • Ability to administer first aid and CPR
    • Ability to respond to an emergency including carrying emergency bag, climbing stairs, and pushing student in a wheelchair.
    • Ability to work independently
    • Ability to use technology including electronic health records Requirements Qualifications:
      • Bachelor of Science in Nursing; Current MA Registered Nurse License;
      • Current CPR certification;
      • MA DESE School Nurse License;

        Preferred Qualifications:

        Minimum of 3 years' experience as a nurse, preferably in pediatrics, emergency or public health

        TERMS: Summer School 2023

        ***All employees must be vaccinated and maintain full vaccination as a condition of employment or work as an on-site vendor/contractor, unless they receive approval for a documented medical or religious exemption in accordance with relevant state and/or federal law. For a full copy of the Covid-19 vaccination policy please click here

        The Public Schools of Brookline is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute through their teaching or practice to the diversity and excellence of the PSB community.

        The Public Schools of Brookline is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Members of underrepresented groups and all persons committed to diversity and inclusive excellence are strongly encouraged to apply.

Keywords: Brookline School District, Newton , SCHOOL NURSE ESY-BHS-SUM23, Healthcare , Brookline, Massachusetts

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