School Nurse

School Nurse

Who we are:

Dauphin County Technical School is a full-time, comprehensive public career and technical high school proudly serving students from Dauphin County and surrounding areas. Our mission is to prepare students to enter post-secondary education and industry with the attitude, skills, and knowledge necessary to be successful in a constantly changing and competitive world.

At DCTS, our Five Keys to Success, Work Ethic, Leadership, Teamwork, Respect, and Pride, help shape our school culture and guide the work we do every day.

About the role:

Dauphin County Technical School is seeking a caring, skilled, and student-focused School Nurse to join our team!

Our School Nurse plays an important role in supporting the health, safety, and well-being of our students. This position plans, implements, and evaluates mandated school health services while providing nursing care, addressing student health concerns, coordinating follow-up and referrals, and promoting healthy lifestyles throughout our school community.

We are looking for someone who is compassionate, dependable, organized, professional, and comfortable working with teenagers in a busy school environment. The ideal candidate communicates effectively with students, families, staff, and community providers; demonstrates sound professional judgment; maintains confidentiality; and takes pride in helping students stay healthy, safe, and ready to learn.

Skills and experience that matter for this role:

Qualifications:

Valid Pennsylvania certificate in School Nursing with current professional Pennsylvania Registered Nurse licensure

Current CPR, AED, and First Aid certification

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact effectively with students, staff, and parents/guardians

Ability to exercise sound professional nursing judgment

Strong organizational and recordkeeping skills

Commitment to maintaining appropriate confidentiality

Ability to work collaboratively as part of the school team

Required Pennsylvania school employee clearances and pre-employment health requirements

Primary Responsibilities:

Plan, implement, and evaluate mandated School Health Services in accordance with applicable Pennsylvania requirements

Assess student health needs and provide appropriate nursing care and treatment

Initiate follow-up, counseling, and referrals for identified student health concerns

Apply the nursing process, including assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation, and evaluation

Provide comprehensive student health care and coordinate appropriate follow-up

Maintain student health records and documentation required for school health services

Develop and support student and staff health education, wellness, and safety initiatives

Promote healthy lifestyles and appropriate use of school and community health resources

Communicate effectively with students, staff, parents/guardians, and other appropriate parties regarding student health needs

Maintain professional nursing standards consistent with applicable licensure and certification requirements

Participate in required staff meetings and professional development activities

Perform additional responsibilities as assigned by administration

Physical Capabilities:

Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including routine mobility throughout the school setting and assisting with student health needs, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Salary:

Salary will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. DCTS offers a comprehensive benefits package.

How to apply:

https://jobs.redroverk12.com/org/2011/opening/208653

Bring your nursing expertise, compassion, and positive energy to DCTS and help us keep our students healthy, safe, and ready to succeed. We’d love to have you on our team!

The Dauphin County Technical School complies with federal and state disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and candidates with disabilities. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please contact Human Resources Manager Leane Thorn-Beckey at [email protected] or 717-652-3170 ext. 7252.
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