Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

The Eden School is currently seeking a full time School Nurse to provide care within our private school for students ages 3-21 with autism spectrum disorder.

RESPONSIBILITY SNAPSHOT

• Administer medication/treatment when necessary for students that attend school according to district boards of education policy.
• Physical assessment of every student to determine wellness.
• Care for sick and injured pupils and arrange for appropriate course of action.
• Assist with physical examinations for: (a) sports participants, (b) working paper applicants, (c) child study team referrals.
• Maintain student health records, including medication history.
• Maintain record of annual physical examinations for all employees.
• Assist with annual Blood Borne Pathogens in-service
• Maintain appropriate first aid supplies in the school building and in the vans.
• Conduct CPR training for staff as needed
• Annually conduct audiometric screenings for all students in conjunction with the Speech and Language Department.
• Conduct bi-annual vision screenings on all pupils.
• Provide special health care and related services to meet the needs of students.
• Review immunization records for all students.
• Maintain compliance with Department of Education guidelines

MUST HAVES

Credentials:

• Minimum of an RN required
• School Nurse certification preferred

Experience:

• 2 years’ nursing experience
• Experience working with individuals with autism or developmental disabilities
• CPR/AED certified

Specialized Skills and Knowledge:

• Ability to demonstrate a sound working knowledge of both theory and practice of health care
• Proven commitment to helping individuals with autism and their families
• Demonstrated ability to ensure organizational compliance with contractual/regulatory bodies
• Demonstrated ability to effectively interact with individuals and groups, internal and external to the Eden Family of Services, to achieve desired results
• Demonstrated ability to analyze an issue or problem and make recommendations for an effective and efficient resolution
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; Excellent presentation skills
  

What you’ll love about Eden

• Benefits: Eden offers a well-rounded benefits package including medical and dental, life insurance, retirement savings, paid time off, and more.
• Growth: In addition to tuition assistance, we have many opportunities for team building and professional development.
• Core Values: Believe More + Do What it Takes + Work Together + Show Compassion + Be True

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