What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Nurse position at St. Thomas's Day School?
Job Title: School Nurse
Division: Kindergarten - Grade 6
Employment Status: Part Time (August-June)
School Year: 2026-2027
St. Thomas's is a coeducational independent day school serving students from Kindergarten through Grade 6. The School welcomes children of all backgrounds, with the belief that children who learn and grow together develop openness and respect for others.
Position Summary
The School Nurse will support the health and well-being of students in grades K–6 while fostering a safe, nurturing learning environment. They will manage acute and chronic conditions and partner with families and healthcare providers in accordance with the School's mission, goals, and objectives, as well as all applicable local and state mandates.
Qualifications
Licensure & Education:
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license to practice in Connecticut.
- Must meet the educational criteria for a School Nurse per the Connecticut Department of Public Health.
- Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (BSN) is strongly preferred.
Certification & Experience:
- Current CPR/AED and First Aid certification.
- Previous experience in school nursing, pediatrics, or emergency room care is strongly preferred.
Skills:
- Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
- Technology skills, including Electronic Health Records (EHR) systems and Google Workspace.
- Commitment to diversity and inclusion.
- Ability to stand/walk for extended periods and perform CPR.
Performance Responsibilities
Clinical Care & Emergencies:
- Provide nursing care and first aid for sudden illnesses or injuries, including initiating emergency interventions for students and staff.
- Maintain accurate electronic health records, including daily visits and incident reports.
- Administer prescribed medications according to state regulations.
- Develop, implement, and update Individualized Health Care Plans (IHCPs) and Emergency Care Plans (ECPs) for students with chronic conditions.
- Collect, maintain, and verify mandatory confidential student health records, ensuring compliance with immunization and health form requirements.
Compliance, Screening, & Infection Control:
- Perform, evaluate, and document annual state-mandated screenings.
- Identify, monitor, and manage communicable diseases.
Education & Collaboration:
- Educate school staff annually on health conditions, procedures, and the use of emergency medications.
- Delegate nursing tasks to designated Unlicensed Assistive Personnel (UAP) according to state regulations.
- Provide health-related classroom instruction as needed.
- Serve on the school Safety Committee, assist in forming evidence-based health policies.
Administrative:
- Report to the Director of Operations and Finance
- Attend staff meetings and scheduled school events.
- Adhere to all policies specified by the Board of Trustees.
Characteristics of Professional Excellence
- Strive to live the school mission in word and deed.
- Enthusiastically engage in service to the school and its community.
- Model life-long learning.
- Foster an open and inclusive learning environment.
Application Procedure
To be considered for the above-mentioned position, please send a cover letter, resume, and three references to employment@stthomasday.org. Please submit all documents as PDF files. Applications will be reviewed as received, and the position will remain open until filled.
St. Thomas’s Day School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.