What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Nurse, RN position at Wildwood Programs?
Salary range: $34.55 - $45.18/hr depending on relevant experience
We pay for experience! Please submit a resume with your experience
Who We Are
Wildwood School provides a comprehensive educational program for students with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities to prepare them to be as independent as possible. Academic, social, employment, and functional skills are taught to each student as driven by their Individual Educational Plan (IEP), needs, and interests.
Who We Are Looking For
A nurse, who embraces our mission of “strengthening the well-being of people with disabilities and their families through innovative supports.”
Requirements
Education /Experience /Skills
Required
We pay for experience! Please submit a resume with your experience
Who We Are
Wildwood School provides a comprehensive educational program for students with autism spectrum disorders and developmental disabilities to prepare them to be as independent as possible. Academic, social, employment, and functional skills are taught to each student as driven by their Individual Educational Plan (IEP), needs, and interests.
Who We Are Looking For
A nurse, who embraces our mission of “strengthening the well-being of people with disabilities and their families through innovative supports.”
Requirements
Education /Experience /Skills
Required
- An Associate's degree in Applied Science in Nursing (A. A.) or equivalent from a regionally accredited two-year college or nursing school .
- NYS License as a Registered Professional Nurse
- Computer: Word Processing; email
- Four year nursing degree preferred.
- Previous experience working with people with disabilities preferred
- Supervisory experience preferred
- May instruct classes in subjects such as childcare and first aid and implements nursing policies to meet emergencies.
- Cooperates with school personnel in identifying and meeting social, emotional, and physical needs of special education school children.
- Administers first aid, and maintains health records of students.
- Counsels students in good health habits.
- Assists Lead nurse in ordering first aid equipment and supplies and in reviewing nursing policies and procedures
- Gathers medical information from health professionals treating students.
- Serves as a medical resource for students, staff and families and compiles cumulative health records on students.
- A valid New York State Driver’s License and ability to drive and driving record acceptable for agency insurance coverage are required.
- Must have daily access to their own vehicle and drive our students when the program requires it.
- Required to complete, pass, and use CALM training, provided by the school, which includes de-escalation strategies and approved protective holds and movements for students.
Salary : $35 - $45