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School Nurse New

Trenton, NJ

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Position Description

Job Description

Provide nursing care to students as needed
Oversee procedures to address special health needs or disabilities of students
Perform screenings for eyesight, hearing, scoliosis, and obesity
Support staff in response to student crises or health-related issues
Plan and implement programs that proactively address student and staff health needs
Document services provided
Collect and distribute information about resources and services that will help students and their families maintain good health
Track attendance information
Coordinate health-related special education evaluations and services
Participate in Pupil Assistance Committee (PAC) meetings as needed
Participate in 504 plan meetings as needed
Actively participate in the school community and support the schools mission

Qualifications

Certification as a School Nurse or enrolled in a School Nurse certification program
Bachelors Degree in a related field
Experience providing health care to children in a school setting
Strong organizational and interpersonal skills
The ability to communicate clearly and empathically with children and adults
Strong writing skills
Knowledge of New Jersey School Nursing statutes, regulations, procedures, and practices
Familiarity with the medical and psychological services available to students and families in our region

Why Is This a Great Opportunity

Provide nursing care to students as needed
Oversee procedures to address special health needs or disabilities of students
Perform screenings for eyesight, hearing, scoliosis, and obesity
Support staff in response to student crises or health-related issues
Plan and implement programs that proactively address student and staff health needs
Document services provided
Collect and distribute information about resources and services that will help students and their families maintain good health
Track attendance information
Coordinate health-related special education evaluations and services
Participate in Pupil Assistance Committee (PAC) meetings as needed
Participate in 504 plan meetings as needed
Actively participate in the school community and support the schools mission

Salary Type : Annual Salary

Salary Min : $ 60000

Salary Max : $ 85000

Currency Type : USD