Jobs
>
Bridgeport

    school health nurse - Bridgeport, CT , USA, United States - Bridgeport Public Schools

    Default job background
    Description

    BRIDGEPORT PUBLIC SCHOOLS
    45 Lyon Terrace, Bridgeport, CT 06604


    SCHOOL HEALTH NURSE

    SALARY RANGE:
    $62,224 - $68,531


    SCHOOL ASSIGNMENT TO BE DETERMINED

    GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY


    The assignment of the School Nurse is for the purpose/s of maintaining a health services program for the assessment, evaluation, maintenance and improvement of the health of students.

    Gives professional nursing care to students and performs related nursing services such as:


    RESPONSIBILITIES:

    • Administers basic health care and first aid for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children.
    • Assesses and evaluates the health and development status of pupils for the purpose of identifying physical disorders and other factors affecting the learning process, communicating with the primary care provider, and contributing significant information in order to modify the pupil's individualized education/health plan.
    • Collaborates with parents, students, health care providers, and/or other agencies for the purpose of promoting needed treatment, securing information and complying with legal requirements.
    • Performs student health screenings (vision, scoliosis, immunization review) with appropriate referrals and follow-up; health problems or special needs, for the purpose of ensuring compliance with government mandated requirements.
    • Monitors student immunization compliance by reviewing immunization records of every student, and takes corrective actions to comply with state mandated immunization compliance policies and provides information required for intra-district transfer of records as required.
    • Monitors all student medications administered at the school level as prescribed by a physician for the purpose of ensuring compliance with state law.
    • Maintains a daily log of medication administered.
    • Responds to medical emergency situations for the purpose of addressing immediate safety concerns.
    • Other duties as assigned and consistent with the Public School Nurse job description.

    REQUIREMENTS:

    • Active State of Connecticut registered nurse license.
    • Thorough knowledge of nursing principles and interventions.
    • Demonstrated knowledge of child development, age related health risk factors, chronic and acute health conditions.
    • Emergency first aid skills and current CPR/AED certification.
    • Well defined oral and written communication skills.
    • Ability to provide consistent attendance and punctuality.
    • Ability to travel between and among schools during the work day.
    • Computer proficiency and the ability to submit reports as required.

    Posting Closes:
    Open Until Filled

    Qualified candidates who wish to apply should access the Bridgeport Public Schools web site Human Resources/Jobs or access the web site address:

    The Bridgeport Board of Education is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

  • Bridgeport Public Schools

    school health nurse

    6 days ago


    Bridgeport Public Schools Bridgeport, CT , USA, United States

    Administers basic health care and first aid for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children. Assesses and evaluates the health and development status of pupils for the purpose of identifying physical d Health, Nurse, School, Health ...


  • SilverTech Armonk, United States

    Exciting and varied assignments are a must with us · Look forward to... · an above-average gross salary of up to 4,100 € in a permanent employment · a personal contact person on site · a tax-free travel cost allowance · adjusted surcharges for Saturday/Sunday/public holiday and n ...


  • Nurse Job Board Bridgeport, United States

    Full-time Home Health Registered Nurse needed at a public school in lower Fairfield County · (Reference Code: KAM) · Certified as a Great Place to Work For in 2018 · Qualifications: · Licensed Registered Nurse in the state of Connecticut with at least 1 year of clinical experie ...


  • BlueWave Ventures Branford Center, United States

    Are you ready for a change? At Branford Center, we offer more than just a job - we provide a network that supports and strengthens you on your professional journey. We are currently seeking dedicated health and nursing professionals for diverse assignments with our clients in the ...


  • Elara Caring New Haven, United States

    Delivering the **right care, at the right time, in the right place **is the mission that inspires Elara Caring, and **that starts with the right people **. Currently, we serve over 65,000 patients nationwide, with constant opportunities to have a significant influence in the live ...


  • Pathwell Health Bridgeport, CT , USA, United States

    Pathwell Health - The RN would be on call from Friday at 4:30 pm until Monday at 8:00 am (eastern). The RN would be responsible to cover any as-needed visits that arise, as well as scheduled weekend visits including admission visits. Compensation will include an on-call stipend P ...


  • Advanced Home Health and Hospice, Inc. Fairfield, United States

    **Don't miss this opportunity to work for a 4.5 Star Rated agency Building Team in area.** · ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES · Patient Care · - Completes an initial assessment of patient and family to determine home care needs. Provides a complete physical assessment and ...


  • LHC New Trumbull, United States

    Summary · We are hiring for a full-time Home Health Registered Nurse to join our team in Trumbull, CT. · Salary based on full-time employment and max productivity: $90,000 to $120,000 per year. · At Patient Care, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, ...


  • LHC Group Trumbull, CT , USA, United States

    Summary · We are hiring for a full-time Home Health Registered Nurse to join our team in Trumbull, CT. · Salary based on full-time employment and max productivity: $90,000 to $120,000 per year. · At Patient Care, a part of LHC Group, we embrace a culture of caring, belonging, and ...


  • Supplemental Health Care Trumbull, CT, United States Full time

    Job Description: Supplemental Health Care is seeking Registered Nurses in Trumbull, Connecticut with prior OASIS/Medicare Certified Visits for contract assignments with a partnering home health agency. Local or travel, we want to connect you with assignments that fuel the miracl ...

  • St. Vincent's Medical Center

    Registered Nurse

    1 week ago


    St. Vincent's Medical Center Bridgeport, United States

    **Description** · **Job Schedule**: Per Diem · **Standard Hours**: 1 · **Job Shift**: Shift 1 · **Shift Details**: Per diem · Start here at St. Vincent's Medical Center and work where every moment matters · St. Vincent's Medical Center doesn't just take great care of our patients ...


  • MRG Exams Newfield, United States Full time

    Work can be performed by a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant · We are looking for the right Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to perform medical assessments on United States Veterans as part of the VA's disability benefits process. · In performing Disability Asses ...


  • MRG Exams Bridgeport, United States Full time

    Work can be performed by a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant · We are looking for the right Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to perform medical assessments on United States Veterans as part of the VA's disability benefits process. · In performing Disability Asses ...


  • Yale New Haven Health Bridgeport, United States

    Overview: To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and prof ...

  • Southwest Community Health Center

    Referral Clerk

    3 days ago


    Southwest Community Health Center Bridgeport, United States

    **Summary**: Responsible for the delivery of medical referral services to patients at all Southwest Community Health Center sites. The Referral Clerk works with the Referral Manager and the Assistant Director of Nursing to ensure timely processing of referral appointments for all ...

  • Southwest Community Health Center

    Medical Assistant

    1 week ago


    Southwest Community Health Center Bridgeport, United States

    **Summary**: Medical Assistants work with clinicians and nurses to provide high quality, cost effective medical care to patients in a patient centered medical home that is consistent with Southwest Community Health Center (SWCHC) policies and missions. · - Processes patients acco ...

  • St. Vincent's Medical Center

    Registered Nurse

    1 week ago


    St. Vincent's Medical Center Bridgeport, United States

    **Description** · **Job Schedule**: Part Time · **Standard Hours**: 24 · **Job Shift**: Shift 1 · **Shift Details**: · **SIGN-ON BONUS OFFERED **(Restrictions Apply) · Work where **every moment** matters. · Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with ...

  • St. Vincent's Medical Center

    Registered Nurse

    1 week ago


    St. Vincent's Medical Center Bridgeport, United States Permanent, Full time

    **Description** · **Job Schedule**: Per Diem · **Standard Hours**: 1 · **Job Shift**: Shift 1 · **Shift Details**: · **SIGN-ON BONUS OFFERED **(Restrictions Apply) · Work where **every moment** matters. · Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with on ...

  • Mozaic Senior Life

    Social Worker

    1 week ago


    Mozaic Senior Life Bridgeport, United States Full time

    Seeking a new Healthcare opportunity? Looking for a family like environment community? Moziac Senior Life gives you the opportunity to make a difference and where you are appreciated Mozaic has an immediate opening for an experienced Social Worker where your professional experien ...

  • Hartford HealthCare at Home

    Social Worker

    1 week ago


    Hartford HealthCare at Home Bridgeport, United States

    **Description** · **Job Schedule**: Full Time · **Standard Hours**: 40 · **Job Shift**: Shift 1 · **Shift Details**: · Work where every moment matters. · Every day, almost 30,000 Hartford HealthCare employees come to work with one thing in common: Pride in what we do, knowing eve ...