School Nurse jobs in Maine
School Nurse administers nursing care under the guidelines of a school system. Participates in the implementation and evaluation of student care. Being a School Nurse ensures the health, comfort and safety of students. Requires state nursing licensure and educational credential. Additionally, School Nurse typically requires an associate's degree in nursing. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The School Nurse work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a School Nurse typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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School Nurse - Geiger Elementary School
- Raymond A. Geiger Elementary School
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Lewiston, ME
FULL_TIME
- SUMMARY: Assesses students requiring the direct services of a registered nurse. Prepares health care plans for involved students and supervises the implementation of required health care procedures. Salary Range: $40,500-$74,167 ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES. Other duties may be assigned. Observes students on a regular basis to detect health needs. Instructs teachers on screening students for health defects. Administers medication and treatment prescribed by physicians. Conducts parent conferences and maintains liaison between physicians, parents and staff. Makes recommendations to primary care physician on health needs of individual students. Maintains up-to-date cumulative health records on all students requiring nursing intervention. Reports to parents, school personnel, physicians, clinics and other agencies on student health matters. Assumes authority, in the absence of a physician, for the care of a student who has suffered an injury or emergency illness. Administers first aid in accordance with established first aid procedures. Implements board policy on exclusion and re admission of students in connection with infectious and contagious diseases. Conducts training for students related to handicap, health and hygiene. Assists school personnel in maintaining sanitary standards in schools. Prepares statistical reports as required by Dept. of Education, Department of Human Services and Superintendent. Helps in the formation of school health policies, goals and objectives. Prepares a budget for school health needs. Serves on the Pupil Evaluation Team when student health problems are involved. Arranges for the exclusion of students in connection with possible infestations and contagious diseases. Monitors current immunization level of all students as required by Maine law. Takes part in the health aspect of kindergarten registration. Manages the school health services under the direction of the Superintendent and Principal, and in compliance with school district policy. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES. Other duties may be assigned. Functions in accordance with the Standards of Professional School Nursing Practice, the Nurse Practice Act, and Federal and State statutes that impact school nursing practice. Provides information to the School Committee and school administrators as they develop school health policies and procedures. Provides health-related training to school personnel. Provides preventive health services to students including health education, screening, consultation and referrals. Provides nursing assessments and nursing diagnoses and develops plans of care for students needing health and nursing interventions. Implements interventions within the plan of care directly, through delegation, or through the provision of oversight and coordination to other responsible staff based on consideration of health, safety, and welfare of the student. Coordinates in-school health care with the student’s primary care physician, the school-based health center, and other providers/staff as necessary and appropriate. SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: None. QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's or associate's degree in nursing. Experience with handicapped children. CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS: License from the State of Maine to practice as a Registered Nurse and proper Department of Education certification. LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry. Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. REASONING ABILITY: Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form. OTHER SKILLS and ABILITIES: Ability to apply knowledge of current research and theory to program. Ability to plan and implement school objectives and the needs and abilities of students to whom assigned. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and community. Ability to speak clear and concisely in written or oral communication. PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will occasionally sit, walk or stand. The employee will occasionally reach forward or above the head more than the average person. Ability to visit various buildings in the district. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move and push up to 90 pounds such as students and students in wheelchairs. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception. WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The employee is frequently exposed to infection at a greater risk than the average person. The employee is directly responsible for the safety, well-being of students. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the American with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position. Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
- 2 Days Ago
Substitute School Nurse or Nurse Assistant
- Regional School Unit 23
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Old Orchard Beach, ME
FULL_TIME
- RSU #23 Old Orchard Beach Schools District-Wide Position POSITION TYPE AND STATUS: Substitute School Nurse or Nurse Assistant Located a ½ mile from the Atlantic Ocean and 15 minutes from Portland, RSU...
- 28 Days Ago
School Nurse RN
- Regional School Unit #22
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Hampden, ME
OTHER
- Provide health care services to students with acute or chronic health programs in the school setting. Pay: $42,230.00 - $72,248.15 per year Medical specialties: Pediatrics Physical setting: School Sta...
- 18 Days Ago
School Nurse - Substitute
- Regional School Unit 57
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Waterboro, ME
PART_TIME
- REGIONAL SCHOOL UNIT NO. 57 Office of the Superintendent Waterboro, ME 04087 Title: School Nurse - Substitute RSU 57 is seeking substitute nurses to: Work on an as-needed basis. Provide direct profess...
- 13 Days Ago
SCHOOL NURSE - KCS
- Maine Regional School Unit 21
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Kennebunkport, ME
PART_TIME,FULL_TIME
- SCHOOL NURSE - KCSThis position is scheduled to begin in August 2024.As a School Nurse, you will deliver measurable results in advancing the well being, academic success, and lifelong achievement and ...
- 16 Days Ago
School Nurse - 1 Year Position
- Maine Regional School Unit 21
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Kennebunkport, ME
FULL_TIME
- School Nurse - 1 Yr Position - KCSAs a School Nurse, you will deliver measurable results in advancing the well being, academic success, and lifelong achievement and health of students by:Promote the h...
- 1 Month Ago
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School Nurse
- St. Margaret's Episcopal School
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San Juan Capistrano, CA
- Job Description Job Description St. Margaret's Episcopal School is seeking a Full-Time year round School Nurse to start ...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
School Nurse
- Virginia Department of Education
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- School Nurse Job no: 492569 Work type: Full-time Location: Virginia Categories: Other Staff (nutrition, security, transp...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
School Nurse
- Nebraska Department of Education
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Omaha, NE
- The school nurse protects and promotes student health, facilitates optimal development, and supports academic success. S...
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
School Nurse
- Ohio Department of Education
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Youngstown, OH
- Must have an LPN credential or higher. $21.01 hourly
- 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM
School Nurse
- International Leadership of Texas
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Houston, TX
- This role is for the 2024 - 2025 school year with an anticipated start date in July of 2024. Primary Purpose: Implement ...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
School Nurse
- Pocatello/Chubbuck School District 25
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Pocatello, ID
- POSITION: Nurse CLOSING DATE: Position for 2024-2025 school year. For best consideration apply within one week of postin...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
School Nurse
- Hiring Now!
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Camden, NJ
- Company Description Uncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of high-performing, public charter schools providing an outs...
- 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM
School Nurse
- Work For Warriors Georgia
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Kennesaw, GA
- Job Description Northwest Classical Academy seeks a full-time School Nurse. The School Nurse is a health leader on campu...
- 4/21/2024 12:00:00 AM
About Maine
To the south and east is the Atlantic Ocean and to the north and northeast is New Brunswick, a province of Canada. The Canadian province of Quebec is to the northwest. Maine is both the northernmost state in New England and the largest, accounting for almost half of the region's entire land area. Maine is the only state in the continental US to border only one other American state (New Hampshire to the South and West).
Maine is the easternmost state in the United States in both its extreme points and its geographic center. The town of Lubec is the easternmost organized settlement in the United...
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Income Estimation for School Nurse jobs
$43,305 to $68,427
Most Popular Cities in Maine for School Nurse Jobs
What does a School Nurse do?
School Nurse in Elkhart, IN
School nurses also offer their professional opinion on physical education, athletic and nutrition programs.
November 24, 2019
School Nurse in Lawrence, MA
Many of us assume that school nurses are there to put plasters on grazed knees and tend to children who are feeling sick, but in fact, the day-to-day job of looking after kids who are hurt or unwell at school isn’t part of their job description.
December 02, 2019
School Nurse in Florence, SC
The school nurse supports student success by providing health care through assessment, intervention, and follow-up for all children within the school setting.
December 21, 2019