Job Description

Position Overview: Wellesley Public Schools is seeking a School Nurse to provide direct individualized medical care and classroom support for a medically-complex student currently attending an out-of-district placement. This role is essential for ensuring the students health and well-being facilitating their participation in classroom activities and implementing their Individualized Health Care Plan (IHCP) and Individualized Education Program (IEP) directives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Direct Care:
• Provide 1:1 medical care tailored to the needs of the student including during transport to and from school.
• Administer daily and emergency medications as per the IHCP.
• Perform specialized procedures as indicated in the IHCP.

• Support Activities:
• Assist the student with mobility positioning and Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) to enhance classroom participation.
• Act as the first responder for the assigned student administering emergency treatments as necessary.

• Documentation and Compliance:
• Record nursing care treatment and medication administration in compliance with Massachusetts Department of Public Health (DPH) and state board regulations.
• Update the students health record using the SNAP electronic system.

• Collaboration and Communication:
• Work closely with the educational team including special educators and the districts lead school nurse.
• Attend IEP and Section 504 meetings to discuss student progress and health needs.
• Collaborate with the students external healthcare providers to bridge medical needs and educational goals.

Qualifications:

• DESE certification required
• Current RN license
• Current CPR certification
• Must be physically capable of lifting positioning or managing students as required by their care plan

Required Experience:

IC

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