Details
Posted: 06-Jun-22
Location: Bethesda, Maryland
Type: Full Time
Required Education: 4 Year Degree
Categories:
Health/Safety
Washington Episcopal School in Bethesda, Maryland seeks a full-time School Nurse beginning August 2022. This is a ten month position - August to June.
Washington Episcopal School (WES), founded in 1986, is an independent, co-educational school for students from Nursery through Grade 8. WES inspires academic and personal excellence within a joyful learning environment to develop students who are kind, confident, and prepared citizens of the world.
WES is committed to a diverse and inclusive community and seeks applications for this position from candidates who will contribute to an environment in which all are valued and supported.
The School Nurse is responsible for the management and implementation of the school health program, which is consistent with the State of Maryland regulations governing school health and nursing practice. The Nurse will work as part of the Front Office team reporting to the Business Officer and in close collaboration with the Head of School and other members of administration and faculty.
Responsibilities include the following:
- Administer and document student medications.
- Oversee and participate in the care of students who are sick and/or injured including injury reports.
- Responsible for tracking and recording any information about COVID infections within the WES population, as well as updating vaccine/booster information for faculty/staff and students.
- Manage speech, hearing, vision and scoliosis screenings of students.
- Update and manage all health and medical records through the Magnus app.
- Participate in design, implementation and instruction of health education curricula.
- Serve as a medical resource for faculty members (flu and other shots, testing, etc.).
- Facilitate first aid, CPR, EpiPen and other emergency medication training for faculty and staff, and orient new faculty and staff to medical policies and procedures.
- Manage the infirmary and the supplies for health care, including first aid kits for field and study trips.
- Participate as a member of the Front Office team and assist as needed
- Update and manage school policies and procedures consistent with CDC, Montgomery County and COMAR
- Co-Manage COVID related policies and serve on COVID medical team
- Complete all Montgomery County and Maryland required forms and be ready for Montgomery County Health Department inspections.
- Assist with health and safety responsibilities and training of staff during summer camp.
- Co-Chair the Health & Wellness committee.
- Communicate and collaborate with parents of students with food allergies, medical issues and those requiring special assistance prior to the start of school and during the academic year.
- Complete necessary immunization surveys and other government reports.
- Facilitate student education:
- Handwashing
- Coughing and sneezing etiquette
- Relevant health concerns
Professional Responsibilities and Development:
- Attend workshops and conferences (such as, AIMS, AISGW, , NASN).
- Remain abreast of current research and best practices in school nursing.
Additional Requirements:
- Attendance at school/staff meetings and school-provided professional development workshops.
- Attendance at school events as required by Head of School.
- Be available to assist with other duties as needed.
Benefits:
- Health and Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life and LTD Insurance
- PTO
- Generous Retirement Contribution
- Tuition Remission
Required Qualifications:
The ideal candidate must be an RN with AS degree, BSN/MSN preferred, experience working in pediatrics and preferably in a school setting. S/he is detail-oriented, energetic, creative, and in possession of an excellent sense of humor and positive attitude. S/he has strong interpersonal, written and oral communication skills. S/he will think strategically and can work collaboratively.