Long-term substitute for school nurse

Saint Joseph School (SJS) educates in the spirit of the Gospel, inspiring Catholic values, academic excellence, global awareness and service to those in need. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity. The ideal school nurse candidate would be one who embraces the SJS mission and who is looking for a place in which to be respected and supported.

SJS is seeking a long-term substitute school nurse to provide clinical assistance to the school community during school hours for the safety and well-being of the students. The person hired for the position would be needed through late May.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide emergency care and first aid to students
• Maintain detailed student health records regarding clinic visits, medical difficulties of students, screening results, physical examinations and immunization records
• Ensure that state and local health requirements are met by students and teachers. Is knowledgeable about the contents of the West Virginia School Health Guidelines.
• Makes health appraisals through observation, interview, analysis of health records, and consults with administrators, faculty and parents
• Acts as a resource to faculty regarding health education
• Keeps inventory and orders supplies (within the budget allotted) when needed
• Follows the Universal Precautions and Bloodborne Pathogen requirements
• Respects confidentiality when dealing with students
• Accepts other miscellaneous duties related to health/clinic care as defined by the principal

Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) -or-
• Qualifies to obtain one of the above certifications combined with at least a year of clinical experience in the field
• Knowledge of nursing and health care practices as applied to children and youth
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, and to work cooperatively with others

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance