What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse, Per Diem position at Choate Rosemary Hall?
The per diem nurse position at Choate Rosemary Hall is an unique opportunity to care for students in a residential boarding school setting. The position requires interest and ability to work autonomously as well as part of a health center team. In consultation with our nurse practitioners and adolescent specialist physician, the per diem nurse provides nursing care for students in our school-based health center and 10 bed infirmary. The per diem nurse also provides triage, first-aid and other care to students. This position requires exceptional clinical and organizational skills, flexibility, and a love of working with teens. Effective, nonjudgmental and compassionate communication with students and families, faculty, staff and the entire health center team is essential.
This is a per diem, non-exempt, non-benefits eligible position scheduled during the academic year only, this role is not scheduled to work during school breaks. The base rate pay range for this position is $35.00-$40.00 per hour.
Shift differentials are paid for evening, night, and weekend hours.
Work Performed
- Administer medications and treatments prescribed for patients; maintain records of diagnoses, treatments, and medications administered.
- Provide triage and supportive care. Develop and implement nursing care plans and evaluate patient's progress and nursing care given.
- Conduct primary physical assessments, give emergency first-aid, complete point of care testing as indicated, and initiate referrals as necessary.
- Maintain safe and nurturing environment of care in the 10-bed infirmary, including offering food and drink, changing linens, and coordinating services with facilities and food services
- Provide education and support to students, families and staff.
- Maintain inventory for medical equipment and supplies as well as other health center resources.
- Complete quality assurance testing for CLIA-waived tests and equipment in the laboratory.
- Perform other related nursing and supportive care.
Salary : $35 - $40