School Nurse

Easterseals Western and Central Pennsylvania is a non-profit disability organization looking to hire a full-time Registered Nurse to work with children 3 - 8 years old in our Easterseals School program located in West Mifflin, PA. 

DESCRIPTION-Registered Nurse

The Registered Nurse is responsible for providing medical care and nursing services to students with special needs. They are also responsible for providing consultation, training, and support to employees and parents as required. 

QUALIFICATIONS-BSN Registered Nurse

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited school of nursing
• Valid PA Registered Nurse License
• Working knowledge and experience working with children with special health care needs.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES-Registered Nurse

1. Develop and implement health care and emergency care plans specific to individual student needs. Train staff as needed on procedures for implementation of both health care and emergency care plans.

2. Handle routine and emergency care for children enrolled in the school program.

3. Conduct health screenings (heights, weights) in accordance with PA state requirements.

4. Implement interdisciplinary aspects of students’ current Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), which includes, but is not limited to, the following: communication systems, feeding approaches, mobility recommendations, sensory diets, and behavioral interventions.

 5. Track and maintain immunization records and medical files. Report to the appropriate county health departments and the Department of Education.

BENEFITS

• Work hours are Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., 7-hour days. Working 35 hours per week, with a typical school calendar of 9.5 months per year! We offer the option of summer employment as well.
• A comprehensive benefit package is provided.
• 401k options offered.
• Paid School Holidays.

Thank you for your interest!

Easterseals is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without

regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,

national origin, disability, use of medical marijuana, or protected Veteran status.