The School Nurse promotes student health, safety, and wellness by providing nursing services during the school day. This role supports students’ physical and emotional well-being, manages health conditions, and collaborates with families, staff, and healthcare providers to ensure a safe and healthy school environment.
About the School
Established in 1948 in Mamaroneck, NY, Westchester Day School is a Modern Orthodox, co-educational, dual curriculum Jewish elementary( 2-year-olds through 8th grade), prepares students to live as mensches and lifelong learners and inspires them to impact the world around them by cultivating a commitment to Torah, midot, community and academic rigor.
Responsibilities include:
- Provide direct nursing care to students for illness, injury, and medical needs during the school day
- WDS is 2-year-olds through 8th grade and Westchester Hebrew High School is 9th-12th grade
- Administer medications and treatments in accordance with physician orders and school policies
- Develop and maintain individualized healthcare plans (IHPs), emergency care plans, and IEP health accommodations
- Monitor and manage chronic health conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes, allergies, etc.)
- Respond to medical emergencies and provide first aid and life-saving interventions as needed
- Maintain accurate and confidential health records in compliance with FERPA
- Monitor immunization compliance and communicable disease protocols
- Communicate with families regarding student health concerns and follow-up care
- Collaborate with administrators, teachers, counselors, and support staff to support student wellness
- Provide health education and promote healthy habits and disease prevention
- Ensure compliance with state and local health regulations and school policies
- Maintain a clean, organized, and safe health office
- Participate in school meetings and crisis response planning
- Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), as required by state or school
- Valid state nursing license in good standing
- Experience in pediatric, community health, or school nursing preferred
- CPR/AED and First Aid certification required or ability to obtain
- Knowledge of school health regulations, documentation, and confidentiality standards
- Strong clinical judgment and decision-making skills
- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple needs simultaneously
- Compassionate, calm, and professional demeanor
- Strong organizational and documentation skills
- Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion
Salary range for this role is $75,000.00- $100,000.00, depending upon education and experience.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, sex, disability, veteran, or any other protected status.