School Nurse

The purpose:

Our mission is to prioritize the health and well-being of our students and Staff, fostering a safe and supportive environment for optimal learning. As a school nurse, your mission is to play a vital role in promoting and maintaining the physical and mental health of our school community. You are committed to delivering compassionate, evidence-based care, and serving as an advocate for the health needs of students and Staff.

Responsibilities & Duties:

Maintain availability and promptly respond to emergency and first aid situations.

Provide immediate intervention and promptly contact parents or guardians.

Coordinate transportation to appropriate medical facilities for students and staff as needed.

Administer necessary medical care to students and staff as required.

Screen new student applications/health forms for vaccination requirements and potential health issues.

Enter student health information into the school database and request annual updates from parents of students with health issues or allergies.

Develop care plans for students with ongoing conditions, chronic illnesses, and disabilities.

Conduct hearing, vision, and other health screenings to identify potential health problems in their early stages.

Collaborate with teachers, school administrators, and other staff regarding student care.

Manage and administer medications stored in the clinic, following physicians’ or parents’ instructions for non-prescribed medications.

Maintain and monitor students’ vaccination records.

Educate students and staff on health procedures and promote healthy habits such as proper nutrition and hygiene.

Provide basic healthcare to students and staff in cases of injury or acute illness.

Update students’ medical histories regularly.

Ensure the school environment is safe for students and staff; preventing communicable diseases.

Implement measures to mitigate the spread of Covid-19 and perform other duties as requested by the school director.

Cover Head Nurse duties in her absence.

Provide healthcare coverage during CCA and Athletics activities as needed.

Be on duty during Summer School

Manage all staff health insurance matters.

Ensure healthcare coverage for field trips and overnight trips as required.

Coordinate coverage for weekend sports activities in collaboration with the Athletics Director and CCA Coordinator.

Manage all staff health insurance claims.

Qualifications required:

Nursing Diploma.

Proven 3 years experience as a Nurse (preferably in Pediatrics Health)

Excellent written and verbal communication to interact effectively with students, staff and parents (fluent English & French)

Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work collaboratively with diverse individuals.

Compassionate and empathetic approach in providing care and support.

Deadline to apply: June 30th, 2025.