Certified School Nurse job for 24/25 SY

Job Title: Certified School Nurse
Location: Cambridge, MN
Duration: 2024-2025 School Year

Job Description:
We are currently seeking a dedicated and certified School Nurse to join our team for the 2024-2025 school year in Cambridge, MN. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, with travel between school sites required.

Responsibilities:

• Provide direct nursing care and health services to students and staff in accordance with professional nursing standards, state regulations, and school policies.
• Conduct health assessments and screenings, including vision, hearing, and immunization assessments, to identify and address health concerns and promote wellness among students.
• Develop and implement individualized health care plans (IHCPs) and emergency action plans (EAPs) for students with chronic health conditions or special medical needs, in collaboration with parents, healthcare providers, and school staff.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers, ensuring accuracy, safety, and compliance with school policies and procedures.
• Monitor and manage communicable diseases and outbreaks within the school community, including reporting and documentation requirements as mandated by state and local health departments.
• Provide health education and counseling to students, families, and staff on topics such as nutrition, hygiene, safety, and disease prevention.
• Collaborate with school administrators, teachers, and support staff to create and maintain a safe and healthy school environment, including emergency preparedness planning and response.
• Maintain accurate and confidential health records for all students, including immunization records, health assessments, and treatment documentation, in compliance with state and federal privacy laws.
• Participate in interdisciplinary teams, committees, and professional development activities to support the ongoing improvement of school health services and programs.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nursing from an accredited institution.
• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Minnesota.
• Certification as a School Nurse or willingness to obtain certification within the first year of employment.
• Previous experience working in a school or pediatric healthcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge of pediatric nursing principles, health promotion strategies, and public health practices.
• Strong assessment, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to respond quickly and effectively to emergent health situations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with students, families, school staff, and community partners.
• Commitment to promoting a culture of health, safety, and wellness within the school community.

If you are a compassionate and skilled School Nurse seeking an opportunity to make a difference in the lives of students in Cambridge, MN, please contact Jenna Rodriguez at Jenna.Rodriguez@procaretherapy.com to learn more about this exciting opportunity and to schedule an interview. We look forward to hearing from you!