Position Summary
The School Nurse promotes and protects the health and well-being of students and staff. The nurse provides direct nursing care, manages student health needs, supports health education, and works collaboratively with families, healthcare providers, teachers, and administrators to ensure a safe and healthy learning environment.
Essential Responsibilities
Student Health Care
- Assess and treat student illnesses and injuries occurring during the school day.
- Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and school policies.
- Monitor students with chronic health conditions such as asthma, diabetes, seizure disorders, and severe allergies.
- Develop and maintain individualized healthcare plans and emergency action plans.
Health Records and Compliance
- Maintain accurate and confidential student health records.
- Review immunization records and ensure compliance with state and local requirements.
- Monitor physical examinations, health inventories, interscholastic sports forms sand required medical documentation.
- Communicate with parents regarding health concerns and needed follow-up care.
Emergency Preparedness and Response
- Provide first aid and emergency care to students, staff, and visitors.
- Respond appropriately to medical emergencies and activate emergency services when necessary.
- Maintain emergency medications and medical equipment.
Health Education and Promotion
- Educate students and staff on health, safety, nutrition, hygiene, and wellness.
- Support school-wide health initiatives and disease prevention efforts.
- Promote healthy habits and a positive school environment.
Collaboration and Communication
- Serve as a liaison between families, physicians, school staff, and community healthcare providers.
- Participate in meetings regarding student health and accommodation.
- Support students' physical, emotional, and social health needs.
Office and Administrative Duties
- Maintain inventory of medical supplies and medications.
- Prepare health-related reports and documentation.
- Assist with health screenings, vision and hearing evaluations, and communicable disease monitoring.
Qualifications
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
- CPR and First Aid certification.
- Experience in pediatrics, public health, school nursing, or community health preferred.
- Strong assessment, communication, and organizational skills.
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise professional judgment.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a school setting.
Physical Requirements
- Ability to respond quickly to emergencies.
- Ability to lift, move, or assist students when necessary.
- Frequent standing, walking, and computer use.
The School Nurse plays a vital role in supporting student health, safety, and academic success while fostering a welcoming and nurturing school community.
Beth Tfiloh Dahan Community School is a vibrant independent day school rooted in Jewish tradition and committed to academic excellence. While our identity is grounded in Orthodox heritage and modern Jewish life, we welcome faculty of all backgrounds who are inspired by our mission and eager to contribute to a values-driven educational community.
Our educational philosophy centers on fostering ethical character, intellectual curiosity, respect for diverse perspectives, and a deep sense of community responsibility. We provide an environment where students engage deeply with Jewish learning while pursuing rigorous academics across all disciplines.
Faculty members at Beth Tfiloh serve as mentors and role models, helping students grow as thoughtful, compassionate, and engaged citizens. Applicants of all faiths and cultural backgrounds who share our passion for education and our commitment to developing well-rounded young people are encouraged to apply.
Please send resumes to
eweissman@btfiloh.org
and
wquartner@btfiloh.org