School Nurse - Henderson Collegiate

Who We Are

Henderson Collegiate is a mission-driven public college preparatory school located in rural Henderson, NC with an unrelenting focus on character development and student achievement. We believe in 51% character and 49% academics, as we will never sacrifice a moment to teach our students character traits that will help them become great people.

Our school serves students that come from traditionally underserved communities (approximately 85% receive free or reduced-price meals, and about 94% are students of color).  However, we consistently rank in the top 9.7% of all NC schools and the top 1.3% of all NC Title I schools.  Henderson Collegiate is committed to the idea that all students can learn and create a future for themselves that is full of opportunities. We know they can do this by attending and graduating from the colleges of their choice. Our students are proving what is possible and to date, 100% of our seniors have been accepted into a 4-year college or university.  

We are both a team and family who leverage passionate people to be the best teachers and leaders that they can be. We believe in the idea that all of our staff members are school teachers, as opposed to classroom teachers, meaning that no matter your role, we are all willing to do whatever it takes to support all Henderson Collegiate students. We work together to make what most people say is impossible, happen.

Who You Are

When students miss class due to health concerns, they are missing valuable instructional time that supports them on their path to college. The School Nurse will serve as the school health program manager, student case manager/direct care provider, student advocate, and school health educator for all students across our 3 campuses (K-12) to support in the effort of maximizing instructional time for all students. 

Essential Job Functions and Skills

·        Manages school health services that eliminate or minimize health problems which impair learning while maximizing the quantity of in-class time and promoting the highest degree of independent functioning as possible by doing the following:

• Identifying the health care needs of specific student populations and the availability of health services/resources
• Planning and implementing services to meet health care needs, including but not limited to dispensing daily and as-needed student medication per doctor’s orders
• Assessing and evaluating the effectiveness of the services and health care plans

·        Communicates with the health department concerning communicable diseases

·        Collaborates with a wide variety of school systems and professional disciplines to enhance the educational process and the promotion of an optimal level of wellness for students, families, and staff through general school health activities:

o   Chronic health management

o   Telemedicine appointments

o   Vision/Hearing Screenings

o   Student Health Assessments

o   Dental screenings and on-site clinic

o   Basic first aid

o   Immunization Documentation and support

·        Any other student health related activities as determined by the School Nurse or administration

·        Functions independently under state and agency guidelines and policies without on-site nurse supervision

·        Plans, coordinates and supervises the work of unlicensed personnel

·        Uses good nursing judgment to triage situations and act appropriately

·        Able to multitask in a fast paced environment and maintain excellent organizational skills

·        Communicates professionally and effectively with students, families, staff, and medical health professionals

·        Collects data to direct evidence based practice

·        Performs basic computer operation tasks

·        Accurately records services rendered and interprets and explains records, reports, activities, health care plans, accommodations and medical interventions through end of year state reporting

·        Identifies health related barriers to learning (i.e., at risk behaviors, financial, cultural, economical, etc.) and takes appropriate action to assist students and their families in removing those barriers

·        Maintains confidentiality of school and health related information

The Fine Print

·        Required: All candidates must be a Registered Nurse (RN). A Bachelor's degree is preferred but an Associate's degree is required.

·        Preferred: Minimum of 2 years of experience working as a Registered Nurse.

·        Preferred: Prior experience working with young children and adolescents (ages 5-18).

·        Salary: The salary ranges from $46,000-$71,000 based on experience, our nurse pay scale can be found here. In addition, we are currently offering a $1,000 signing bonus for this position.

·        Benefits: Henderson Collegiate offers a full benefits package. Staff members receive a laptop computer and are provided with necessary technology and software.

·        We believe in going the extra mile for students and as a result our school day is longer than many other schools. The School Nurse is a full time employee of Henderson Collegiate, with working hours of 7:20am to 4:15pm.