Job Description

Registered Nurse (floating position), 10 month position. This position provides district-wide coverage for all of the health offices. The position not only provides coverage when a building school nurse is not available, but also may be asked to attend field trips, act as a second nurse during a school day or go between buildings in the event of an emergency. This is a full-time position.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Holds a current license as a registered professional nurse in New York State.
AEP/CPR certification for health care providers
Evidence of excellent background and knowledge in nursing assessment and the delivery of age appropriate care in an organized, collaborative and confidential manner, based on nursing standards and evidence-based practice.

Not required but helpful: Recent First Aid Course, Heads Up Concussion training and Updated NYS Child Abuse Course

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITY:

The work is performed under the supervision and general direction of the district's medical director, school nurse coordinator, and building principal. Supervision may be exercised over the work of clerical assistants and health aides. The role is performed on and off campus (field trips, sporting events, etc).

• Assesses student health needs to develop appropriate individualized health care plans, including determining when sick or injured children should be sent home, seek follow-up medical care, and, if warranted, be referred for emergency transport to a hospital setting.

• Treats student injuries, illnesses, allergies and chronic conditions by providing appropriate standards of care.

• Ensures compliance with NYS mandated immunizations and health assessments

• Conducts annual New York State mandated health screenings (vision, hearing, scoliosis).

• Administers medicine as needed on an emergency and ongoing basis based on student needs.

• Collaborates with parents, family physicians, teachers, school social workers, and interdisciplinary professional staff to implement individualized student care, particularly for students with chronic conditions.

• Maintains health records in accordance to New York State HIPPA and FERPA laws

• Orders and maintains necessary health office supplies/equipment

• Monitors daily attendance for any communicable disease outbreaks and chronic absenteeism, and implements necessary strategies to mitigate.

• Promotes the wellness of students and staff through various activities throughout the year.

The successful candidate will be expected to provide all the duties and responsibilities of a school nurse.

Please include the following: letter of interest, current resume, letters of recommendation and copy of license and certifications. Deadline to apply is October 25, 2026.

Spackenkill UFSD

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