What are the responsibilities and job description for the Registered Nurse position at Cape Cod Collaborative?
Overview
The Cape Cod Collaborative is an educational organization providing a full range of instructional and support services to the students, parents and public school staff of our 19 member districts, whose needs are best addressed through a multi-district effort. Our student services include: alternative education programs for low incident, special needs populations; programs for the multi-handicapped; therapy and services for students requiring specialized support; and a full range of transportation services for both the special needs and general education population. We coordinate collegial sharing opportunities for various professional groups, conduct executive searches and offer a wide range of professional development and training opportunities for the educators and support personnel of our member districts. #WeAreOneCollaborative
Job Description
The Sustitute Registered Nurse plays a vital role in supporting the health and wellness of students and staff, covering for the regular school nurse at the Waypoint Academy/STAR Program as needed on a substitute basis. This position requires a compassionate, organized, and proactive professional who can manage daily health needs, respond to emergencies, and collaborate with educational and clinical teams to promote a safe and healthy school environment.
Performance Responsibilities (include but are not limited to):
- Provide direct nursing care to students, including medication administration, first aid, and chronic condition management.
- Maintain accurate health records and documentation in compliance with state and federal regulations.
- Monitor student health status and communicate with families, staff, and outside providers as needed.
- Collaborate with the therapeutic and educational teams to support students' IEP health-related goals.
- Participate in crisis intervention and de-escalation efforts as part of the school's behavioral support team.
- Ensure compliance with immunization and health screening requirements.
- Develop and implement health care plans for students with medical needs.
- Provide health education and wellness promotion to students and staff.
- Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional standards of practice.
Qualifications
- Current Massachusetts RN license required.
- Experience working with children and adolescents in educational or therapeutic settings preferred.
- Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary team.
- CPR and First Aid certification required (or willingness to obtain).
- Knowledge of behavioral health and trauma-informed care preferred.
Reports to: Program Director
Location: Waypoint Academy/STAR Program
Salary: Commensurate with experience
Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package.
Learn more about the Cape Cod Collaborative here.