<p>Position Summary</p> <p>Job Description:</p> <p>As the school's primary medical caregiver, the nurse supports the health and wellness of all students in grades PA-12. The nurse must be collaborative and able to work well as part of a team. As a member of our multidisciplinary team, the nurse delivers health services for students in a timely manner, offers assessment and medical referral, educates the community on important health issues, identifies health problems, and collaborates with parents, primary care physicians, the YCDS athletic trainers, and teachers to develop student healthcare plans, and ensures the safety and health of the community. YCDS is particularly interested in candidates with experience in school health, pediatrics, concussion management, triage, and community health.</p> <p>Examples:</p> <ul> <li>A student comes to the nurse's office with a fever, sore throat, and fatigue. </li><li>The nurse assesses symptoms, checks vital signs, determines if the student should return to class or go home, and contacts parents if necessary. </li><li>The nurse collaborates with the athletic trainer, evaluates concussion symptoms, and recommends medical follow-up and academic accommodations. </li><li>The nurse coordinates with parents, teachers, and the student's physician to implement a healthcare plan. </li></ul> <p>Outcome:</p> <p>Students receive timely medical care and support so they can remain safe, healthy, and able to participate in school.</p> <p>Essential Functions</p> <p>Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:</p> <ul> <li>Manages all health information and health care at the school </li><li>Communicates with parents/guardians in a timely manner regarding medical issues </li><li>Coordinates and supervises the in-school care of concussed students with their doctor, parents, division heads, school advisor, teachers, and the YCDS athletic trainer. </li><li>Documents student visits, physician notes, and any other information using Blackbaud, the school's computerized database. </li><li>Distributes over-the-counter and prescription medications as necessary. </li><li>Safe disposal of biomedical waste. </li><li>Administering COVID tests as needed. </li></ul> <p>Experience and Education Required</p> <ul> <li>Qualified candidates should be a Licensed RN with a current PA license, hold a BSN degree, or LPN. </li><li>CPR certification with Red Cross instructor certification preferred. </li></ul> <p>Required Skills and Qualifications</p> <p>The substitute school nurse must be available on an as needed basis Monday-Friday on campus from 7:30am to 3:30pm each day throughout the calendar year. Responsibilities over the summer include being available during our Summer Camp.</p> <p>Additional Information</p> <p>York College of Pennsylvania is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Non-Discriminatory. For a copy of York College's Annual Security Report, you may contact the Office of Campus Safety or visit the website: Annual Security Report.</p> <p>This position is not eligible for benefits.</p> <p>01</p> <p>Do you have at least 1 year of experience in a school or hospital?</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>02</p> <p>Do you have experience working with school-age children?</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>03</p> <p>Do you have the ability to work effectively in a collegiate setting with students, faculty, administrators and staff?</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>04</p> <p>Do you have the ability to function capably in a fast-paced work environment?</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>05</p> <p>Do you have a driver's license?</p> <ul> <li>Yes </li><li>No </li></ul> <p>Required Question</p> <p>Employer York College of Pennsylvania</p> <p>Address 441 Country Club Road</p> <p>York, Pennsylvania, 17403</p> <p>Phone 717-815-1320</p> <p>Website https://www.ycp.edu/</p>