All schools are currently seeking substitute nurses. Substitute nurses may choose to work in a specific school or schools, or to work in all of the district schools.
Scope of Responsibilities :
* First Aid & Emergency Care
* Nursing assessment, interventions, and assessment of response to interventions for chronic and emergency care
* Nursing physical and mental health assessment for referral to treatment as needed
* Medication administration according to Massachusetts Laws and Regulations
* Communication with staff regarding students with potentially life-threatening conditions including but not limited to diabetes, life-threatening allergies, seizure disorder, and asthma
* Planning for students with chronic health conditions
* Communication with parents / guardians when a student is ill or injured
* Documentation of nursing services
* Educating staff on student health plans and medical emergency preparedness
* Interpreting health data including but not limited to health history, immunization status, and screening results
* Managing communicable diseases in accordance with guidance from the Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Hanover Board of Health and the Centers for Disease Control
Qualifications : Valid Massachusetts License as a Registered Nurse and CPR Certification.
Supervision Received : The school nurse reports to the Principal of the school building and the District Nurse Leader. School physicians are also available for consultation.
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