Skip to main content

This job has expired

School Nurse

Employer
The School District of Philadelphia
Location
Philadelphia, PA, US
Salary
Competitive

View more

Job Category
Support Staff, School Nurse

Job Details

The School District of Philadelphia is the cornerstone provider of public education in Philadelphia. For forward-thinking administrators and educators, opportunities abound. Over 131,000 students entrusted to the District arrive at school every day with an extraordinary range of needs and aspirations. We are committed to delivering on their right to an excellent public school education, and we are particularly focused on ensuring every student has access to exceptional educational opportunities close to where they live. Equity is our mandate. Critical to this effort are leaders who are dedicated to expanding the opportunities available to children across our city. They must be creative and flexible leaders who are resilient and responsive in the face of many challenges as we strive to make all schools great. Will you join us?

Job Summary

Performs general duty nursing work. Provides comprehensive health assessments and problem management services to students in public, private and parochial schools for one or for a cluster of schools. Manages the school health program and maintains comprehensive health records for each student. Provides health counseling to students, parents and school personnel on issues designed to promote good health habits in students. Collaborates with school personnel and service providers in the community to meet individual student's needs.

Essential Functions
  • Plans, organizes and monitors the school health program in the individual schools; prepares comprehensive health histories, schedules admission and periodic medical examinations for students, aids the School Clinician during physical examinations, conducts annual and periodic health screening tests, immunizes and/or assists in immunizing students by cooperating with community health agencies.
  • Provides health counseling for students, parents and school staff aimed at encouraging students to take responsibility for their health care.
  • Interprets the assessed health status to students, their parents and school personnel and other appropriately concerned parties and counsels them in planning action for dealing with health problems that interfere with effective learning, refers students and parents to community sources of health care, counseling and financial assistance; conducts follow-up procedures to ascertain that students are receiving recommended treatment.
  • Provides specialized nursing care for students with chronic conditions who may require procedures such as catheterization, tube feeding and tracheostomy care; oversees the activities of ancillary personnel.
  • Maintains and conducts the school health room; provides care in case of illness or injury; provides treatment in accordance with standing medical orders; advocates a safe school environment, is alert to possible health and safety hazards.
  • Maintains comprehensive health records for each student including findings of screenings and examinations; management of health problems; records health program data for evaluation, research and continuity of school nursing services.


Title: School Nurse

  • Maintains a viable health communications network; functions as a member of an interdisciplinary school team including principals, counselors and teachers; interacts with community organizations, local clinics and Home and School Associations.


Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited college or university.
  • Completion of an accredited nursing program.
  • Two years of full-time, paid, professional nursing experience.


Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
  • Demonstrated knowledge of :
    • Principles, practices and techniques of public health and pediatric nursing and the relationship of school health programs to other health and welfare agencies.
    • Community organizations and facilities related to school health nursing.
    • School health standards and methods of appraising school health and related programs.


  • Demonstrated ability to :
  • Gain confidence and cooperation of students while providing health services and instructing them, their parents and teachers in understanding and dealing with health problems.
  • Interpret public health and education regulations.
  • Provide care to injured or ill students.
  • Instruct and supervise others in the provision of care to students.
  • Prepare reports and maintain accurate and comprehensive records.
  • Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
  • Establish and maintain effective working relationships.


Disclaimer

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Certificates/Licenses
  • Valid license registered professional nurse issued by the State board of Nursing, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
  • Valid School Nurse Certificate issued by the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.


Additional Information

Work assignments may involve more than one location.

Salary: From : 52136.00

Salary: To : 84591.00

Additional Job Information :
Salary Schedule (10-month):

Bachelor's Degree:
Minimum- $52, 136 Maximum- $67, 791

Master's Degree:
Minimum- $54, 346 Maximum- $74, 923

Master's Degree +30:
Minimum- $58, 174 Maximum- $81, 177

Doctorate Degree:
Minimum- $61, 490 Maximum- $84, 591

Interviews may be conducted to determine how well a candidate meets the established criteria. Note that not all qualified candidates may be selected for an interview. Additional factors including the ability to follow directions, punctuality and professional conduct will be considered in part of the evaluation process. The selected candidate must have no anecdotal record on file and have not been subject to any disciplinary action within the past eighteen (18) months, and have an excellent record of attendance and punctuality during the last three (3) years (defined as no more than eighteen (18) occasions of lateness or absence for personal illness in the last three years (3) years with the exception of one extended long-term absence.

Company

In classrooms across the city, teachers are changing lives. They are enriching students with experiences, skills, and knowledge that will help them to grow, achieve, and succeed. With their fellow teachers, principals, administrators, and leadership, SDP teachers are part of the District’s progress that includes increasing test scores and graduation rates, two 2019 National Blue Ribbon Schools, and a multi-million dollar commitment to improving school facilities.

If you have a passion for making a difference in the classroom and in the community, we want you on our team. We offer the opportunity to work in a diverse district with students and families who believe in the power of a great public education. You will work with professionals who share your commitment to young people and want to join you in changing tomorrow. A competitive compensation package, professional development, and career advancement await you. More importantly, so do students looking to excel.

Teach Today. Change Tomorrow. Apply to Teach in Philly Now at www.teachinphilly.com 

Company info
Website
Telephone
2154004600
Location
440 N. Broad St.
Suite 222
Philadelphia
Pennsylvania
19130
US

Get job alerts

Create a job alert and receive personalized job recommendations straight to your inbox.

Create alert