What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Nurse position at EF Academy?
EF ACADEMY is a private international boarding school in Thornwood, NY. We seek a full-time compassionate and empathetic Registered Nurse (RN) to join our Nursing Team in the Health Center which serves a high school population of 250 adolescents. The school Nurse is responsible for delivering exceptional healthcare services to our students during school hours.
The School Nurse works in conjunction with the nursing team, the mental health team, the athletic trainer, area urgent care offices and other local medical providers including hospitals to manage all medical needs.
Reports To: Campus Director
Salary Range: $75,000 - $80,000
Location: The position has the option to include staff housing.
Responsibilities
This is the most fun, high caliber place you’ll ever work. Ask any employee why they love EF (whether they’ve been here 10 minutes or 10 years) and they’ll probably tell you the same thing: it’s the people. When you work at EF, you join a purpose-driven, international and energetic community that thrives on continuous learning, fearless innovation and mutual support.
In Addition, You Can Expect
EF Academy is a leading private boarding and day high school, attracting students from around the world to our campuses in Pasadena, New York, and Oxford (England). At EF Academy, we prepare students to thrive academically, personally, and socially helping them build the confidence, skills, and sense of purpose they need to lead fulfilling, successful lives. With a focus on academic excellence, personal growth, and cultural immersion, we empower students to unlock their full potential and develop the lifelong skills they need to thrive in any future they envision.
An equal opportunity employer, EF Academy is committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, ability, parental status, experience and everything else that makes you, well…you. EF Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All positions are subject to a criminal background and/or reference checks, as applicable.
The School Nurse works in conjunction with the nursing team, the mental health team, the athletic trainer, area urgent care offices and other local medical providers including hospitals to manage all medical needs.
Reports To: Campus Director
Salary Range: $75,000 - $80,000
Location: The position has the option to include staff housing.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct care to students for illness, injury, and chronic condition management
- Administer prescribed medications and treatments in accordance with school policy and physician’s orders
- Maintain accurate and confidential health records for all students
- Monitor and respond to communicable disease outbreaks; liaise with local health authorities as necessary
- Support residential staff with student wellness checks and overnight care plans when needed
- Educate students and staff on health promotion and disease prevention
- Collaborate with school counselors, administrators, and parents regarding student health needs
- Assist with annual physicals, immunization compliance, and other mandated screenings
- Valid NYS Registered Nurse (RN) license (required)
- CPR/AED and First Aid certification (required)
- Minimum of 2 years of nursing experience, preferably in a school, pediatric, or adolescent setting
- Experience working in a multicultural environment is a plus
- Strong communication, organization, and interpersonal skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise sound judgment
- Flexible availability for occasional evening/weekend/holiday health needs or emergencies
This is the most fun, high caliber place you’ll ever work. Ask any employee why they love EF (whether they’ve been here 10 minutes or 10 years) and they’ll probably tell you the same thing: it’s the people. When you work at EF, you join a purpose-driven, international and energetic community that thrives on continuous learning, fearless innovation and mutual support.
In Addition, You Can Expect
- Vacation time aligned with EF Academy academic calendar
- 25% company match on your 401(k) contributions
- Market-leading medical, dental and vision coverage, along with options for life and disability insurance, legal and pet insurance
- Dependent care, healthcare and commuter Flex Spending Accounts (FSAs)
- Access to fertility care and family-building support
- Robust Employee Assistance Program
- EF Product Discounts (discounts on travel, international language schools, Au Pair program and more)
EF Academy is a leading private boarding and day high school, attracting students from around the world to our campuses in Pasadena, New York, and Oxford (England). At EF Academy, we prepare students to thrive academically, personally, and socially helping them build the confidence, skills, and sense of purpose they need to lead fulfilling, successful lives. With a focus on academic excellence, personal growth, and cultural immersion, we empower students to unlock their full potential and develop the lifelong skills they need to thrive in any future they envision.
An equal opportunity employer, EF Academy is committed to inclusion and belonging across race, ethnicity, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, age, religion, ability, parental status, experience and everything else that makes you, well…you. EF Academy is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children, young people and vulnerable adults. All positions are subject to a criminal background and/or reference checks, as applicable.
Salary : $75,000 - $80,000