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Lead Nurse

The New Hartford Public Schools is currently accepting applications for a full-time Lead nurse (RN) position.  A current CT RN License is required along with up-to-date CPR/First Aid Training. 
 
Job Description:
New Hartford Public Schools is seeking a skilled and dedicated Lead Nurse to join our team for the upcoming school year.

Key Responsibilities: (list not all inclusive)

  • Lead Nurse reviews and creates all health plans and supports LPNs in the district.
  • The ability to assess and evaluate the health status of each student in order to make a nursing diagnosis and establish a health plan in collaboration with the lead nurse.
  • The ability to interpret the health status and medical findings to the student, parent and staff responsible for the child.
  • The ability to recommend to the administration modifications in the educational program for a student due to changes in the student’s health or medical status.
  • Excellent communication skills to serve as liaison between the parents, school and community in health matters.
  • Knowledge of and experience in performing health screenings.
  • The ability to observe students, as needed, to detect health problems/issues.
  • Excellent organizational skills needed to maintain cumulative health records on all students.
  • The ability to assume responsibility to render emergency care to a student or staff member when injured or ill.
  • The ability to review and recommend revisions in school nursing policies and procedures.
  • The ability to digitally document medical notes and information using the districtwide data collection tool (PowerSchool).
  • General ability to use technology to store information digitally, as well as the ability to communicate effectively with staff and families.
  • Any other related duties as assigned by the administration.

Qualifications:

  • RN
  • Currently licensed by the State of Connecticut Department of Health
  • Current certification in CPR

Salary: 

  • $57,000-$60,000 depending on experience (with benefits) 
  • $3,000 Head Nurse/RN Stipend
  • $2,500 ESY Nurse Stipend upon selection/assignment

This job description is not, nor is it intended to be, a complete statement of all duties, functions, and responsibilities which comprises this position.

Closing Date:  Open until filled

How to Apply