| A. Fantis School A. Fantis is a small, private and inclusive Greek Orthodox school in Brooklyn Heights for preschool to grade 8 with graduates fluent in Greek, educated in the Socratic Method and strong faith as foundation. With one class per grade and under 200 students, Fantis creates a small, familiar environment where each child is recognized as a unique individual. Fantis has an established history spanning 55 years of cultivating a unique environment where our students flourish academically, socially and spiritually. School Governance is currently implementing a five-year strategic plan to propel the historic community in the 21st century and beyond. Learn more at AFantis.org Position A. Fantis is seeking applicants for School Nurse with a schedule of 7:30am to 3:15pm Monday to Friday. Part-time positions may be possible. The School Nurse manages the health office to ensure optimum health and safety of students by providing immediate medical care and accurate management of medication and information to maximize health and wellness in the school community. The school nurse will effectively collaborate with school administration to promote & prioritize health, hygiene and safety through the COVID-19 pandemic, including but not limited to helping to create and adapt school policies and plans, and helping implement new health procedures and screenings. Essential Duties - Manage the health and well-being of all students and employees.
- Maintain and evaluate cumulative health data for the purpose of addressing the individual needs of students.
- Communicate the health status of students to parents and school staff.
- Provide referrals to parents and school staff for intervention, remediation, and follow up with regards to concerns about student health, including health counseling.
- Administer student medications per provider directions and maintain records, including students with chronic health concerns.
- Manage and comply with NYS and DOHMH immunization requirements and communicable disease control reporting requirements.
- Plan and collaborate for field trips as regards the medical needs of students.
- Develop, maintain and implement school health management protocols with regards to emergency procedures, concussions, student and staff health policies, as well as any other health related situations that may become a concern.
- Promote the control of communicable diseases through preventive immunization programs, early detection, surveillance, and reporting of contagious diseases.
- Participate in professional development opportunities to stay informed with regards to school health programs and nursing practices.
- Actively promote compliance with all relevant state and local health requirements.
- Maintain and order all appropriate supplies and medical equipment for the school.
- Serve as a resource for the school health curriculum.
Requirements - Preferred experience as a School Nurse.
- Basic computer systems knowledge, and experience working with database systems. Experience with Magnus Health and/or Veracross is a plus.
- Professional integrity with regards to confidentiality.
- Outstanding organizational skills and the ability to communicate clearly and compassionately with students, parents and colleagues.
- Level headed awareness in high stress situations and accuracy in multi-tasking.
Education & Qualifications: - R.N. or Advanced Nursing Degree
- Registered Nurse in New York State (Current Licensure)
- Currently BLS Provider certified
Details - Competitive Salary
- Health Insurance, including vision and dental
- Retirement Investment Accounts
- Commuter Benefits
- Full-time
- Begins late August 2020
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