Director of Health and Wellness / School Nurse

Job Summary:

The Brookwood Director of Health and Wellness / School Nurse manages the health office, provides urgent care, manages chronic conditions and conducts screenings. The role also serves as a liaison between families, School, and health providers developing general, emergency and individualized care plans.

Essential Duties:

• Provide direct professional nursing services, first aid, illness and emergency care to students, faculty and staff during the school day, and for after-school home games.
• Communicate with parents and/or guardians related to student care as needed.
• Make appropriate referrals on health issues and consult school physicians when needed.
• Serve as the primary educational resource for health-related questions/issues for students and employees.
• Collaborate with mental health staff and division heads related to students with social or emotional difficulties.
• Promote inclusion practices to create a safe, welcoming environment for students, families, and faculty (including issues of gender and sexual identity, nutrition and body image, cultural medical practices, etc.).
• Manage student dietary needs/food allergies needs in conjunction with dining services and division heads.
• Help develop, lead and facilitate the school's wellness program.
• Monitor compliance of school health programs with federal, state and local laws, regulations and policies.
• Communicate with the community about school health policies and ensure policy compliance including items connected with the annual registration process.
• Monitor environment both within and outside the school buildings to ensure the safety and wellbeing of students, faculty, and staff.
• Maintain accurate health records on each student; ensure that students comply with immunization laws; prepare and review Individual Health Care Plans for students with life-threatening allergies and/or chronic health conditions.

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Massachusetts.
• Master's degree in Nursing or related field preferred.
• Experience in school nursing or a related field.
• Ability to work with diverse populations and maintain confidentiality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills and proficiency in electronic health records.