Community Health, Community Providers, Consulting, Cross-Functional, Health Plan, Healthcare, Healthcare Providers, Medical Records, Nursing, Nursing Management, Occupational Therapy, Psychiatry and Mental Health, Registered Nurse (RN), Special Education, Speech and Language Pathology, State Laws and Regulations
Schedule:
- School hours (as designated by the school)
- 187-day school year (190 days for new teachers)
Job Overview
The School Nurse will provide comprehensive health services to students in a specialized early childhood school serving approximately 120 students (ages 3–5). About 48% of students have Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) with significant health and developmental needs. The nurse will work alongside a multidisciplinary team, including Special Education, Mental Health, Speech-Language Pathology (SLP), and Occupational Therapy (OT) professionals.
Key Responsibilities:
- Maintain a private nursing office and provide health services to students.
- Develop, implement, and monitor Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs) for students with medical needs.
- Support student health plans and ensure a safe school environment.
- Participate in the IEP process and collaborate with educational and clinical teams.
- Respond to student health concerns and medical emergencies.
- Conduct vision, hearing, and dental screenings.
- Maintain accurate, confidential, and compliant student health records.
- Train, delegate, and supervise nursing procedures for school staff as required by state regulations.
- Educate and consult with students, families, school staff, and community healthcare providers regarding student health and developmental needs.
- Recommend accommodations and modifications to support students' learning based on their health status.