Variety Child Learning Center (VCLC) is a not-for-profit agency providing quality educational and therapeutic services to young children with disabilities. Our Facilities are located in Syosset, NY & Levittown, NY. Our school operates 12 months/year.
We are currently accepting applications for a Registered Nurse (RN) at our Levittown location.
The RN is responsible for direct treatment for a student’s health issues and/or injury, and dispenses medication according a student’s prescription.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Reviewing each student's health form prior to the 1st day of school. Contacting student’s pediatrician (with parental consent) about student’s health if additional information or clarification is needed.
- Reviewing doctor's orders for each student's prescribed medication(s) and dispensing medication according to a student's prescription. Keeping a written log of medications including name, dosage and expiration date; administration of said medications, including any reactions to the medication; and any medication errors.
- Writing individual health care plans for students with medical alerts including allergies, seizures and diabetes as well as training classroom team on protocol for individual health care plans
- Direct treatment regarding a student's health issues and/or injury and maintaining the required reports, logs, etc. Notifying staff including the Principal, Director of Family Services, Teacher, Social Worker, Parent, CEO and/or CFO depending upon the nature of the injury.
Education and Experience:
- Must be a Registered Nurse and Licensed in NYS
- Effective communication skills
- Prefer a minimum of one years’ experience working in a school setting with young children with disabilities and their families
- CPR, AED First Aid and Epi Pen Certified
Work Environment: This job operates in a school environment. Activities usually take place in the nurse’s office or a classroom, in the gym, outside on the playground or in special activity rooms. This role routinely uses standard medical and office equipment.
Physical Demands: This role is a physically demanding role. The employee is required to be non-sedentary. Must be able to stand; run, walk; sit; bend, climb stairs; balance; stoop, kneel, crouch; The employee must be able to lift an average pre-school age child (35 pounds) and school age child (50 pounds).
Hours are: Monday - Friday: 8:00am - 3:30pm
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $75,000.00 per year
Joining our team offers the opportunity for professional growth, competitive compensation, and a supportive work environment. If you meet the qualifications and are passionate about providing exceptional patient care, we encourage you to apply for this rewarding position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: Up to $75,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
Physical setting:
Standard shift:
Weekly schedule:
Experience:
- Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)
License/Certification:
- BLS Certification (Required)
- NYS Registered Nurse License (Required)
Work Location: In person