What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Nurse Substitute position at St. Anne's-Belfield School?
About the School
Since 1910, St. Anne’s-Belfield School has been committed to nurturing the whole student: body, heart, mind, and soul. As the largest independent school in the college town of Charlottesville, Va., our 900 students, age 2 through Grade 12, inspire us each day as we aspire to educate the next generation of exemplary citizens and visionary leaders.
As a member of our school community, you'd be joining a team of people who are passionate about their roles and contributing to a community of purpose and belonging. Those who thrive at St. Anne’s-Belfield are people who, as outlined in our Portrait of a Graduate, pursue knowledge to generate impact, seek to engage diverse perspectives and practices, engage in reflection, demonstrate moral character and integrity, and work to understand and meet the needs of the community.
Our two beautiful campuses on 55 acres serve as vibrant hubs for curiosity, creativity, and academic excellence. This is perfectly complemented by our location in Charlottesville, one of the top 5 happiest cities in the U.S., as recognized by National Geographic and Outside Magazine. Opportunities abound to connect with nature, enjoy arts and culture, engage with the University of Virginia, only one mile away, and explore American history both within our region or Richmond (one hour by car) and Washington, D.C. (two hours by car).
If you're looking for a dynamic learning environment where your contributions help spark each child’s potential, we invite you to consider a career with St. Anne’s-Belfield. We at St. Anne's-Belfield School believe it is the quality and passion of our people that set us apart. We seek to hire the best teachers, administrators, staff members, and coaches to support our student body by offering a competitive benefits package and providing a wonderful working environment.
Job Summary:
St. Anne’s-Belfield School is seeking a compassionate and dedicated School Nurse Substitute to join our team, providing coverage on an as-needed basis across the Lower School and Upper School campuses. The School Nurse is responsible for executing the school health program, assisting with student well-being, and completing health-related tasks.
Standard work hours are 7:50 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Position Type: Temporary/Part-Time
Essential Duties:
Must hold a valid license to practice as an LPN or RN in Virginia and maintain current certification in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation. Familiarity and confidence with basic keyboarding skills and medical record keeping are expected. Ideal candidates have a minimum of two years of experience as a school nurse.
Physical Conditions and Work Contacts:
Duties are typically performed in a school clinic and other school settings such as classrooms, gym, cafeteria, and recreational areas. Frequent movement throughout the school facilities is required. Occasional lifting of objects up to 40 pounds and students weighing 150 pounds may be necessary. Occasional exposure to potentially infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens is necessary. Occasional movement of students by wheelchair and other mechanical devices may be necessary.
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Please do not call the school. All candidates must apply online.
St. Anne's Belfield School is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and students.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment
In compliance with ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request and accommodation in order to apply for a position with our organization, please call (434) 296-5106 or email stabhr@stab.org
Since 1910, St. Anne’s-Belfield School has been committed to nurturing the whole student: body, heart, mind, and soul. As the largest independent school in the college town of Charlottesville, Va., our 900 students, age 2 through Grade 12, inspire us each day as we aspire to educate the next generation of exemplary citizens and visionary leaders.
As a member of our school community, you'd be joining a team of people who are passionate about their roles and contributing to a community of purpose and belonging. Those who thrive at St. Anne’s-Belfield are people who, as outlined in our Portrait of a Graduate, pursue knowledge to generate impact, seek to engage diverse perspectives and practices, engage in reflection, demonstrate moral character and integrity, and work to understand and meet the needs of the community.
Our two beautiful campuses on 55 acres serve as vibrant hubs for curiosity, creativity, and academic excellence. This is perfectly complemented by our location in Charlottesville, one of the top 5 happiest cities in the U.S., as recognized by National Geographic and Outside Magazine. Opportunities abound to connect with nature, enjoy arts and culture, engage with the University of Virginia, only one mile away, and explore American history both within our region or Richmond (one hour by car) and Washington, D.C. (two hours by car).
If you're looking for a dynamic learning environment where your contributions help spark each child’s potential, we invite you to consider a career with St. Anne’s-Belfield. We at St. Anne's-Belfield School believe it is the quality and passion of our people that set us apart. We seek to hire the best teachers, administrators, staff members, and coaches to support our student body by offering a competitive benefits package and providing a wonderful working environment.
Job Summary:
St. Anne’s-Belfield School is seeking a compassionate and dedicated School Nurse Substitute to join our team, providing coverage on an as-needed basis across the Lower School and Upper School campuses. The School Nurse is responsible for executing the school health program, assisting with student well-being, and completing health-related tasks.
Standard work hours are 7:50 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Position Type: Temporary/Part-Time
Essential Duties:
- Assists sick or injured students and staff, performs routine and emergency first aid
- Calls parents of ill students; assists ill students as needed until parent arrives
- Administers medication to appropriate students, with parental permission and a doctor's order for prescription medication; keeps medication permission forms on file
- Informs administrators and school personnel about students with health issues in compliance with medical privacy regulations
- Maintains the school clinic; secures medications, including controlled substances, as required
- Performs medical procedures as prescribed by physician(s)
- Appropriately documents clinic services to students; enters health information in the student medical information system
- Thorough knowledge of current health issues as they relate to school-age children
- General knowledge of student behavior management practices, procedures, and techniques
- General knowledge of school system rules and procedures for classroom, halls, cafeteria, library and transportation
- Ability to guide, direct, teach, and counsel students
- Ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions
- Ability and skill to make physical, social and emotional assessments and plan and implement interventions requiring professional nursing knowledge and judgment
- Ability to maintain confidentiality
- CPR and First Aid certification required
Must hold a valid license to practice as an LPN or RN in Virginia and maintain current certification in cardio-pulmonary resuscitation. Familiarity and confidence with basic keyboarding skills and medical record keeping are expected. Ideal candidates have a minimum of two years of experience as a school nurse.
Physical Conditions and Work Contacts:
Duties are typically performed in a school clinic and other school settings such as classrooms, gym, cafeteria, and recreational areas. Frequent movement throughout the school facilities is required. Occasional lifting of objects up to 40 pounds and students weighing 150 pounds may be necessary. Occasional exposure to potentially infectious diseases and blood-borne pathogens is necessary. Occasional movement of students by wheelchair and other mechanical devices may be necessary.
Application Process: Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until the position is filled. Please do not call the school. All candidates must apply online.
St. Anne's Belfield School is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and students.
Federal law requires employers to provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities. Please tell us if you require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job or to perform your job. Examples of reasonable accommodation include making a change to the application process or work procedures, providing documents in an alternate format, using a sign language interpreter, or using specialized equipment
In compliance with ADA Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request and accommodation in order to apply for a position with our organization, please call (434) 296-5106 or email stabhr@stab.org