Summary Description:

Green Acres School is seeking a full-time nurse.  The nurse plays a vital role in supporting the health and well-being of all students and is responsible for the management and implementation of the school health program. The nurse is responsible for managing the health office, responding to medical issue issues, maintaining health records, and implementing health and safety policies.  The position requires confidentiality, record keeping and review, developing a warm rapport with children and their parents, preparing for emergencies, and distributing medical bags for classrooms, field trips, and sports events.  This role includes managing both routine and complex medical needs, including students who require medical procedures during the school day.

Responsibilities:

Clinical Care & First Aid

• Provide direct nursing care to students and staff, including assessment and treatment of illness or injury.
• Administer medications and treatments according to physician orders and parental consent.
• Respond to emergencies and coordinate with local emergency services when needed.

Health Records & Compliance

• Maintain accurate, confidential health records in compliance with state and federal regulations.
• Monitor student immunizations and health screenings; ensure compliance with state mandates.
• Prepare and submit required health-related reports to state or local agencies.

Health Education & Promotion

• Serve as a resource for health education initiatives within the school.
• Educate students, staff, and families on topics such as hygiene, nutrition, chronic disease management, and mental health under the direction of the Head of School.

Infection Control & Safety

• Implement and monitor protocols for communicable disease prevention and control.
• Collaborate with administrators on safety plans and emergency protocols.
• Manage supplies and maintain a clean, safe health office environment.

Collaboration & Communication

• Communicate regularly with parents/guardians regarding student health concerns.
• Partner with faculty, counselors, and administrators to support students with chronic conditions, allergies, or other accommodations.

To apply:

Send cover letter, resume, and application for employment to employment@greenacres.org. All three items are necessary for an application to be considered. Questions may be addressed to employment@greenacres.org.

Qualifications:

• Candidate must hold a valid certified nurse practitioner license or be a registered nurse 
• CPR, First Aid, and AED certification
• Experience working in pediatrics and preferably a school setting
• Detail-oriented, energetic, creative, and organized 
• Ability to multitask and prioritize workload
• Knowledge of child development, adolescent health, and relevant state health laws/regulations
• Certified to perform visual and hearing screenings or must be willing to obtain these if required

About Green Acres School

Founded in 1934, Green Acres School is one of the country’s leading progressive schools. Serving approximately 200 students in grades PK-8, the school occupies a 15-acre campus in North Bethesda, Maryland. Our school focuses on the development of the whole child through an academically challenging program that emphasizes interdisciplinary and experiential learning. Green Acres School offers a collegial work environment, competitive salaries, and a strong benefits package. Multiple buildings serve Lower School (PK-4) and Middle School (5-8) students; we value the outdoors for ourselves and for our students. Strong understanding of child development is essential for Green Acres teachers. An advanced degree in addition to significant experience with best practices in progressive education is strongly preferred.

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