Watertown Public Schools
School Nurse - WTA
Watertown Public Schools, Watertown, Connecticut, us, 06795
Position Type:
NURSE
Date Posted: 12/10/2024
Location: Watertown Transition Academy
Date Available: ASAP
Closing Date: 01/03/2025
School Nurse
Position Title: School Nurse
Location: Watertown Transition Academy
Position Reports To: Interim Director of Special Education and Pupil Personnel Services, and
Interim Director of Curriculum and Instruction for General and Special Education
Job ID: #2183
Internal Close Date: December 17, 2024
External Close Date: January 3, 2025
Anticipated Start Date: ASAP
Required Certifications & Qualifications
Current State of Connecticut Registered Nurse License
Essential Skills, Knowledge Performance Abilities
Considerable knowledge of nursing principles and practices
Essential Performance Responsibilities
Watertown Public Schools is seeking a motivated and dynamic individual with the skills to effectively care for Secondary and transition program aged students, including students with health care plans and/or special needs. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to: Perform comprehensive health assessments and screenings for students with diverse disabilities and chronic conditions Develop and implement Individualized Health Plans Administer medications and provide specialized medical treatments, as needed Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to contribute to Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 plans Provide health counseling and education to students, parents, and staff on various health topics relevant to adolescents and young adults Manage and coordinate care for students with chronic conditions Assist in the transition planning process by addressing health-related barriers to post-secondary education or employment Educate staff on specific health conditions, emergency procedures, and proper management of student health needs Maintain accurate and detailed health records for all students in the program Serve as a liaison between the school, families, and community health providers Provide emergency care and first aid as needed Promote positive health habits and self-advocacy skills among students to support their transition to adulthood Ensure compliance with state and federal health regulations in the school setting Advocate for appropriate accommodations and modifications to support students' health needs in various educational and vocational settings
Terms of Employment
Based on the working agreement between the Watertown Board of Education and the Local 1303-262 of Council 4, AFSCME. 10 Month Employee - 186 Days Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Additional Duties
Perform all other duties that may be assigned by the Director of Student Services or Building Administrator.
All application materials must be submitted online, through Applitrack; should you have any difficulty in submitting your online application please contact (860) 945-4813.
*District reserves the right to close the posting if a suitable candidate is found prior to the external closing date.
Attachment(s):
#2183 School Nurse - WTA.pdf
Date Posted: 12/10/2024
Location: Watertown Transition Academy
Date Available: ASAP
Closing Date: 01/03/2025
School Nurse
Position Title: School Nurse
Location: Watertown Transition Academy
Position Reports To: Interim Director of Special Education and Pupil Personnel Services, and
Interim Director of Curriculum and Instruction for General and Special Education
Job ID: #2183
Internal Close Date: December 17, 2024
External Close Date: January 3, 2025
Anticipated Start Date: ASAP
Required Certifications & Qualifications
Current State of Connecticut Registered Nurse License
Essential Skills, Knowledge Performance Abilities
Considerable knowledge of nursing principles and practices
Essential Performance Responsibilities
Watertown Public Schools is seeking a motivated and dynamic individual with the skills to effectively care for Secondary and transition program aged students, including students with health care plans and/or special needs. The candidate must demonstrate the ability to: Perform comprehensive health assessments and screenings for students with diverse disabilities and chronic conditions Develop and implement Individualized Health Plans Administer medications and provide specialized medical treatments, as needed Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to contribute to Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 plans Provide health counseling and education to students, parents, and staff on various health topics relevant to adolescents and young adults Manage and coordinate care for students with chronic conditions Assist in the transition planning process by addressing health-related barriers to post-secondary education or employment Educate staff on specific health conditions, emergency procedures, and proper management of student health needs Maintain accurate and detailed health records for all students in the program Serve as a liaison between the school, families, and community health providers Provide emergency care and first aid as needed Promote positive health habits and self-advocacy skills among students to support their transition to adulthood Ensure compliance with state and federal health regulations in the school setting Advocate for appropriate accommodations and modifications to support students' health needs in various educational and vocational settings
Terms of Employment
Based on the working agreement between the Watertown Board of Education and the Local 1303-262 of Council 4, AFSCME. 10 Month Employee - 186 Days Monday - Friday 7:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.
Additional Duties
Perform all other duties that may be assigned by the Director of Student Services or Building Administrator.
All application materials must be submitted online, through Applitrack; should you have any difficulty in submitting your online application please contact (860) 945-4813.
*District reserves the right to close the posting if a suitable candidate is found prior to the external closing date.
Attachment(s):
#2183 School Nurse - WTA.pdf