The Quabbin Regional School District seeks a reliable, caring, and energetic Nurse for one-on-one medical support of a student.
QUALIFICATIONS:
* Minimum of one to two years of pediatric health, community health, or other relevant clinical nursing experience. Prefer experience with medical procedures, including pediatric trach/vent and urinary catheterization experience.
* A valid and current license to practice as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.
* Current CPR/AED certification by a recognized provider.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
* Provide 1:1 nursing care to the student with health needs.
* Work collaboratively with the school nurse, school administration, school staff, parents, and health care providers/consultants to ensure a high quality of care.
* Implement the plan of care (Individualized Health Care Plan) in consultation with the school nurse.
* Maintain a positive, caring, and safe environment for the students both in and out of the classroom setting (e.g., gym class, recess, field trips).
* Provide medically prescribed interventions (including g-tube feedings, suctioning, CVC port care, and medications), nursing procedures, and nursing care to the student.
* Assist the student with activities of daily living, including toileting and hygiene, as necessary.
* Use sound nursing judgment to assess, monitor, and treat the student based on medical directives and the nursing care plan.
* Notify appropriate individuals, e.g., school nurse, parents, school staff, medical providers of immediate and potential health-related concerns.
* Evaluate the effectiveness of nursing interventions and provide feedback to the school nurse, medical providers, and parents, as indicated.
* Attend IEP meetings and other meetings concerning the student as indicated.
* Document nursing interventions appropriately.
* Accompany the student on the bus to and from school.
* Other responsibilities as assigned by the school nurse, school administration, or Student Services Director.
This is a part-time position up to 20 hours per week during the school year. Salary: $35.01/hr.
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