Nurse

Location: Brooklyn, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time
Salary: Based on Experience

A school in Brooklyn, NY is seeking a caring, responsible, and professional School Nurse to join its team. The School Nurse will be responsible for supporting the health and well-being of students throughout the school day and responding appropriately to medical needs as they arise.

• Provide basic nursing care to students during the school day.
• Assess students who become sick or injured and determine appropriate next steps.
• Administer medications in accordance with physician orders, parental authorization, and school policies.
• Provide first aid and respond to medical situations as needed.
• Maintain accurate and confidential student health records.
• Communicate with parents or guardians regarding student health concerns when appropriate.
• Monitor students with allergies, asthma, diabetes, and other documented medical needs.
• Maintain and organize medications, first-aid supplies, and nursing office materials.
• Assist with health screenings and required school health documentation.
• Follow established health, safety, confidentiality, and emergency procedures.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, parents, and healthcare providers as appropriate.
• Help promote a safe and healthy school environment.

• Previous nursing experience required.
• School, pediatric, family medicine, or related nursing experience preferred.
• Current CPR/BLS certification preferred.
• Strong assessment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Caring, patient, responsible, and dependable.
• Strong organizational and documentation skills.
• Ability to respond calmly and professionally to medical situations.
• Ability to maintain appropriate confidentiality regarding student health information.