School Nurse - Forge International School

Sage International Network of Schools Southwest / Boise Student Services Full Time Posted 3Y ago

About this job

SCHOOL NURSE:
Forge International School - a public school of choice - is seeking applicants for School Nurse position for the 2019-2020 academic year.

Purpose:
To enhance the educational potential of all students by promoting wellness and facilitating the management of health conditions which create barriers to learning.

Performance Responsibilities:
The overall responsibility of the school nurse has several components: implementing an individual plan of care for students with chronic health conditions, disabilities and those who require treatments or medications, and promoting and maintaining health and well-being of students, families, and school personnel through assessment and teaching. In addition, the school nurse will develop and maintain a system of first aid, recommend school safety measures, and promote a healthful school environment, including communicable disease prevention through identification and screening and the monitoring of immunizations.

The school nurse is responsible for collecting data and maintaining health records within professional and legal boundaries and school guidelines, and contributes to school district procedures with staff trainings. This position assumes responsibility for their continuing education and own professional development and reports to the school principal on individual school matters.


Forge International School is an equal opportunity employer.

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

Sage International Network of Schools is committed to maintaining a work and learning environment free from discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, pregnancy, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital/civil union status, ancestry, place of birth, age, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation, genetic information or disability, as defined and required by state and federal laws. Additionally, we prohibit retaliation against individuals who oppose such discrimination and harassment or who participate in an equal opportunity investigation.