EGSN0346737-0000
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2025-10-31T00:00:00
Evergreen Charter School will open in September 2025 in the heart of Hempstead, a state-of-the-art secondary school, serving students in grades 7-12. This will be the first secondary school in NY State whose building will receive Platinum LEED status. Summary of Functions The School Nurse provides health services for students and staff and acts as advocate, liaison, and consultant on health-related issues for students, families, and school personnel. They are an integral part of the ECS school in supporting an optimum physical, mental, emotional and social climate for all students and staff. The services provided by the School Nurse include: health care delivery, health counseling, health program and policy development including: Delivery of Health Services School nurses coordinate the School Health Program through communication and collaboration with school staff, parents, students, and community resources.· Protecting and maintaining student’s health by providing professional nursing services in accordance with Nursing Standards and NYS Licensing.· Providing NY state-mandated and annual screening programs including vision, hearing, and scoliosis.· Facilitating NY state-mandated immunization and communicable disease control requirements.· Acting as liaison between home and school, and healthcare providers for medical issues.· Identifying and reporting school building safety or environmental issues which impact student and/or staff health to the building administrator.· Participating as members of the school’s Emergency Management, Health and Safety and Crisis Response Teams. Information Management · Documenting health services provided in accordance with the NYS Nurse Practice Act.· Maintaining current pertinent health data for each student by periodic review and documentation on the individual student electronic and/or paper health records.· Preparing and monitoring the health office budget. Health Education · Promoting a positive, student-centered, and differentiated environment to meet the needs of all learners.· Providing staff and community educational opportunities as needed. QUALIFICATIONS & COMPETENCIES 1. Bachelor’s Degree required2. Prior experience in pediatric healthcare3. Culturally competent, and able to understand, appreciate, and interact with members of diverse communities4. Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse staff and maintain positive relationships As an equal opportunity employer (EEO), we hire and promote without consideration of race, religion, creed, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or disability.
Nurse
Evergreen Charter School
Long Island
Fixed