Job description

Canterbury School seeks an experienced and empathetic health professional to serve as a full time Monday- Friday with possibility of evening/on-call hours. This position reports to the Director of Nursing and works in close collaboration with the full-time and other per diem nursing staff, Counseling Center, and Medical Director (as needed).

Hours: Full-time, Monday - Friday, ranging from 7:30am- 5pm, with possible on-call overnight.

Responsibilities:

• Provides nursing care to students in the Health Center according to standing orders and utilizing the nursing process for both acute and chronic conditions.
• Performs health assessments and screenings for walk-in patients; independently triages patients by acuity.
• Works collaboratively with the Director of Nursing, Medical Director, Director of Counseling, and Athletic Trainer to coordinate care plans for students.
• Observes and evaluates patient response to nursing care using clinical judgment and seeks assistance when a patient is not responding well to treatment.
• Follows Health Center policy and procedure guidelines for admitting and discharging students to and from the infirmary.
• Assists Medical Director during office visits.
• Properly maintains medical records and documents.
• Collaborates with outside providers and consultants to coordinate patient care, including scheduling appointments and drivers as needed.
• Communicates with parents and school staff regarding student care plans as required and appropriate.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding the health information of students.
• Works with the Director of Nursing to promote campus-wide health and wellness initiatives.
• Administers prescribed medications and vaccinations to students.
• Maintains accurate daily count and records pertaining to controlled substances.
• Provides bedside care, including light meal preparation.
• Updates documentation using electronic medical records.
• Assists with linens and bedding changes between patients.
• Performs administrative duties including, but not limited to: attendance, clearance letters, formal notes, charges to student accounts, faxing, calling in medications, scanning documents, etc.
• Assists with the coordination of school-sponsored trips, including class retreats, international travel, and InterMission initiatives.
• Assists the Director of Nursing and Medical Director with the ongoing development and review of policies and procedures.
• Attends meetings as required.

Qualifications:

• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Connecticut. Out-of-state licensure will be considered, contingent on the applicant's ability to obtain a Connecticut RN license.
• Minimum of three years of nursing experience, preferably in a school setting, emergency department, or urgent care setting.
• Proficiency with technology, including, but not limited to, use of: electronic medical records, Google Suite applications, Excel, email communication.
• Demonstrated commitment to serving a diverse student body and collaborating with a community that highly values equity and inclusion.
• Eagerness to participate in ongoing professional development, especially as it relates to school health topics and issues of concern for adolescent girls.
• Models appropriate behavior and a positive, resilient attitude for students.

The essential functions and basic skills have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33.00 - $35.00 per hour

Physical setting:

• Clinic
• School

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Supplemental schedule:

• On call

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

COVID-19 considerations:
Canterbury School follows all State and CDC guidelines to protect employees and prevent the spread of Covid-19, this includes the CT mandate that all K-12 school employees be vaccinated against the Covid-19 virus, subject to medical and religious exemption

Work Location: In person

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