SCHOOL NURSE Fall 24

Responsibilities :

• Initiative : Proactively stay abreast of directives from Toronto Public Health, leading the charge in revising and implementing prevention practices and protocols as necessitated by evolving circumstances.
• Interpersonal Skills : Serve as the linchpin between school personnel, families, and community healthcare providers, cultivating strong relationships to ensure a seamless and supportive environment for student health and well-being.
• Organization and Detail Orientation : Meticulously review and manage student medical information, overseeing the development and execution of individualized care plans, such as anaphylaxis and asthma management strategies, with precision and attention to detail.
• Technology & Spreadsheet Skills : Leverage your proficiency in technology and spreadsheet applications to streamline administrative tasks, track health-related data, and facilitate efficient communication among stakeholders.
• Provide prompt healthcare and first aid to students and staff, while overseeing medication administration with diligence and care.
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of school professionals, teachers, coaches, the school Social Workers, and the Student Support Team, to optimize student health outcomes.
• Deliver health-related education sessions to students and staff, fostering a culture of informed decision-making and proactive health management.
• Monitor immunization records, managing communicable diseases, and implementing robust infection control measures to uphold a safe and healthy school environment.
• Coordinate first aid training sessions for staff members, ensuring readiness to respond effectively to health emergencies.

Qualifications (RN or RPN) :

We are seeking candidates who not only meet the standard qualifications but also demonstrate a heightened commitment to excellence in their field.

Key qualifications include :

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Current Certification as an RN or RPN in Ontario.
• Minimum of 1 year of supervised nursing experience, with preference given to those with experience in a school or camp setting.
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification.
• Experience or familiarity with concussion management is considered advantageous.
• Mental Health First Aid certification is an asset.

Knowledge and Skills :

• Demonstrated ability to engage with students, families, and other stakeholders with empathy, respect, and confidentiality.
• A well-defined sense of confidentiality and diplomacy, coupled with a commitment to upholding ethical standards.
• Exceptional resourcefulness, adaptability, and flexibility in navigating diverse healthcare scenarios.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills, essential for clear and concise interaction with diverse audiences.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking abilities, enabling astute judgement and sound decision-making in complex healthcare situations.
• A genuine dedication to the well-being of students, staff, and the broader school community.

How to Apply

Greenwood is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse, equitable and inclusive environment for staff, students and families.

We aim to embrace individuals whose differences include, but are not limited to : age, ancestry, citizenship, colour, creed, disability, ethnic origin, family status, gender expression, gender identity, marital status, place of origin, race, and sexual orientation.

We are an equal opportunity employer and we welcome applications from all qualified individuals, especially those who would bring diverse perspectives, identities and ideas to our community.

Accommodations are available on request for candidates with disabilities at all stages of the selection process.

Submit your cover letter and resume to the attention of Melinda MacDonald, Director, Human Resources, as a single PDF file to using School Nurse as the subject line.

We thank all applicants, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

Application Deadline : August 12,