POSITION Substitute School Nurse per diemJOB GOAL To create and maintain a health services program in the Nauset Public Schools which fosters the development of a sound mind in a healthy body of every student providing an optimal opportunity for academic success and life-long achievement. To achieve said goals the school nurse will promote health and safety intervene with actual and potential health problems provide case management services and actively collaborate with others to meet all students&rsquo needs.QUALIFICATIONSValid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in MassachusettsA bachelor&rsquos or master&rsquos degree of nursingExperience as a Registered Nurse in a child health community health or other relevant clinical nursing setting. Prior experience as a pediatric nurse andor school nurse preferredCurrent CPR certificationREPORTS TODirector of Health and Wellness ServicesPERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIESProvides assistance to primary building school nurse to support the responsibilities and management of the health office.Provides first aid emergency care and nursing procedures for injuries illnesses and mental health needs for the school population in a safe competent and effective manner.Administers andor supervises the administration of medication to students according to district protocols and state regulations including delegation as appropriate.Organizes and implements annual mandated screenings vision hearing heightweight postural and SBIRT according to grade level as required by MA DPH carries out appropriate referrals and follow-up.Collaborates with interdisciplinary school and district staff including but not limited to RNs LPNs where assigned counselors school psychologists administration teachers interpreters administrative assistants food service and custodians.Maintains accurate timely and thorough documentation through an electronic health record.Counsels andor educates students concerning medical issues.Monitors and follows up on compliance with state immunization and physical exam requirements and completes required annual reports.Maintains appropriate confidentiality with respect to student and staff medical and personal information in accordance to FERPA regulations shares information with appropriate school personnel as needed to maintain student safety.Observes all health regulations policies protocols and procedures of the district DPH and DESE.Works with community agencies physicians and other health care providers as necessary.Communicates and collaborates with families regarding the health status and needs of their children.Other duties as assigned by the Director of Health Services Executive Director of Student Services and Social Emotional Learning and the building principal.TERMS OF EMPLOYMENTSALARY Per Diem Pay