Overview

Join our team and be a part of something extraordinary as we embark, embrace differences, and improve lives. The Lower School in Waterford Township is a NJ DOE approved private school for the handicapped. It provides a nurturing & educational experience for students ages 3 through 21 with Multiple Disabilities, Autistic Spectrum Disorders, Communication Disabilities, Other Health Impairments and Preschool Disabilities (PSD). Our students, who may also be challenged socially, neurologically, and economically, receive not just an education, but also additional support services needed to succeed in life.

Job Summary:

To service children with special needs during the regular ten-month school year, and a special extended school year program during the summer. The School Nurse will establish/maintain a comprehensive school health program. He/she will participate in the development of nursing program goals, plans, and decisions in consultation with school administration/school physician. He/she supervises classroom nursing staff and assists in student assessment and delivery of direct nursing care. Assists principal with curriculum development for the health/safety/physical education/family life/substance abuse programs including classroom instruction. The school nurse provides appropriate services to the student, helping to implement educational activities. Collaborates with other health/educational professionals in the evaluation/management of children with physical/social/learning/emotional problems. Participates in home visits/intake interview for more effective management of health concern.

Salary:

$65000 to $70000 / annually - depending upon education / experience

Responsibilities

• Supervises nursing procedures within the classroom setting as prescribed by the student’s family physician/specialists/Archway school physician
• Identifies individual students medical needs through observation/monitoring/assessment of student responses to treatment and nursing care
• Works cooperatively with parents/teachers in planning/counseling to ensure continuity of nursing care
• Collects required medical data through state mandated health screenings, health appraisals and physician evaluations
• When appropriate, participates in IEP development (goals/objectives) for student nursing care plans
• Participates in designing medical strategies/nursing techniques/when needed
• Maintains contact with parents/physician/sending school district/child study team concerning student’s medical needs, physicals, need for treatment and medical appointment follow-up
• Monitors administration of medication
• Maintains accurate/complete/organized health record files
• Assists school physician/school psychiatrist as deemed necessary
• Orders/maintains medical equipment/supplies to be used for health services/classrooms/bus transportation
• Participates in developing and implementing a Health, Safety, and Family Life Curriculum. Also, will provide classroom instruction as warranted by campus needs and logistics
• Arranges teaching staff/nursing paraprofessionals in services regarding the identification of student physical/medical needs.
• Coordinates nursing care with other therapeutic/recreational/education activities
• Participates in Archway child study team meetings
• Collaborates with child study team professionals to determine most effective program implementation
• Interviews prospective students/families & records pertinent health status information, as part of the intake process
• Attends scheduled staff meetings and participates in scheduled extracurricular events, & special projects
• Initiates/participates in peer review/nursing staff evaluation
• Apprises School Medical Coordinator of nursing concerns/needs
• Attends yearly Primary Restraint Technique (PRT) training.
• Responsible for any miscellaneous duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• NJ licensed registered nurse
• NJ certified school nurse preferred
• CPR Instruction Certification
• Bachelor’s degree
• 1-3 years of pediatric nursing experience

Archway Programs is a nonprofit organization in New Jersey, providing diverse services to individuals of all ages with disabilities. The organization focuses on core values like safety, compassion, and individuality to improve lives. With over 450 employees serving over 1,800 individuals, Archway Programs emphasize customized services and continuous innovation to make a positive impact in the community.