Millbury Memorial Jr/Sr High School
DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking a dynamic and compassionate school nurse who is passionate about working with students and promoting their health and well-being. The nurse will provide direct care, administer first aid, manage chronic conditions, and support students' physical and emotional health. This role involves active collaboration with students, parents, faculty, and administration to develop and implement health plans, address medical concerns, and contribute to a safe and supportive school environment. The ideal candidate will stay current with best practices in school nursing, participate in student and parent meetings, and work closely with multiple departments to ensure a holistic approach to student health and success.
GENERAL DUTIES (include, but not limited to): Provide medically prescribed interventions, including medication administration (based on state regulations) and nursing procedures, and provide nursing care to chronically ill children on a daily basis. Provide consultation on school health issues, both clinical and management, to parents, students, school administrators, school nurses, school physicians, local boards of health, health educators, teachers, counselors, municipal agents, health care providers, etc. Maintain comprehensive school health records, including electronic health records. Conduct and/or oversee the mandated screening programs consistent with Massachusetts General Law. Under M.G.L.c.71 s.57, these include Body Mass Index (BMI), vision, hearing, and postural screenings. Communicate with parents/guardians and staff regarding the health needs/concerns of students. Participate in home visits to assess the child's health status as needed. Provide preventive health services to students, including health education, consultation, and referrals. Provide nursing assessments and Individual Healthcare Plans for students needing health and nursing interventions. Collaborate with the Massachusetts Immunization and Epidemiology Programs to ensure infection control in the schools and promote and assist in the control of communicable diseases through immunization compliance, early detection, and reporting of contagious diseases. Provide ongoing assistance in policy development and establish standards and reports for school health service programs in collaboration with the MDPH, MDESE, and other state agencies. Participate as the Health Specialist on a student's TEAM to develop the health portion of the IEP and 504 plans, as required. Participate as a resource person in the development of procedures for disaster preparedness planning and crisis management intervention. Coordinate school health activities and serve as the liaison between the home, school, and the community Prepare the budget for school health supplies. Serve as a mentor for nursing students engaging in college/university internships. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds. Participate in all required district and school meetings and professional development to remain current in nursing practices and health care management. Maintain appropriate DESE and nursing licensures. Perform other professional duties that the Building Principal or Director of Special Education may require. Provide nursing support/ coverage for the other school clinics within the district, as well as field trips, as needed.
GENERAL DUTIES (include, but not limited to): Provide medically prescribed interventions, including medication administration (based on state regulations) and nursing procedures, and provide nursing care to chronically ill children on a daily basis. Provide consultation on school health issues, both clinical and management, to parents, students, school administrators, school nurses, school physicians, local boards of health, health educators, teachers, counselors, municipal agents, health care providers, etc. Maintain comprehensive school health records, including electronic health records. Conduct and/or oversee the mandated screening programs consistent with Massachusetts General Law. Under M.G.L.c.71 s.57, these include Body Mass Index (BMI), vision, hearing, and postural screenings. Communicate with parents/guardians and staff regarding the health needs/concerns of students. Participate in home visits to assess the child's health status as needed. Provide preventive health services to students, including health education, consultation, and referrals. Provide nursing assessments and Individual Healthcare Plans for students needing health and nursing interventions. Collaborate with the Massachusetts Immunization and Epidemiology Programs to ensure infection control in the schools and promote and assist in the control of communicable diseases through immunization compliance, early detection, and reporting of contagious diseases. Provide ongoing assistance in policy development and establish standards and reports for school health service programs in collaboration with the MDPH, MDESE, and other state agencies. Participate as the Health Specialist on a student's TEAM to develop the health portion of the IEP and 504 plans, as required. Participate as a resource person in the development of procedures for disaster preparedness planning and crisis management intervention. Coordinate school health activities and serve as the liaison between the home, school, and the community Prepare the budget for school health supplies. Serve as a mentor for nursing students engaging in college/university internships. Ability to lift up to 40 pounds. Participate in all required district and school meetings and professional development to remain current in nursing practices and health care management. Maintain appropriate DESE and nursing licensures. Perform other professional duties that the Building Principal or Director of Special Education may require. Provide nursing support/ coverage for the other school clinics within the district, as well as field trips, as needed.