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POSITION:  1:1 Nurse    

LOCATION:   Woodbridge Middle School

REPORTS TO: Director of Student Services    

CLOSING DATE: Open Until Filled

Woodbridge School District is accepting applications for a 1:1 Nurse at WMS.  This is a full-time, temporary, 10-month, benefit-eligible specialist position. The salary scale for this position is attached to this posting. Benefit information is available here: https://dhr.delaware.gov/benefits/education/index.shtml

JOB SUMMARY:

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and reliable 1:1 Personal Nurse / Nursing Aide to provide direct medical and personal care support for a middle school student during the school day. The ideal candidate will ensure the student's health, safety, access to education, and dignity while collaborating with school staff and the student's healthcare team.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) or Registered Nurse (RN)
• Candidates must have current certification/training in: Cough Assist Device Use, Suction Machine Operation, Feeding Tube Care/Management, Transfer Assist & Lift Operation, Toileting & Personal Care Support, Medication Administration, CPR Certified, AED Certified, First Aid (if not bundled with CPR)
• Pediatric or school-based nursing experience preferred
• Experience supporting students with complex medical needs
• Strong documentation and organizational skills
• Compassionate, patient, and student-centered approach
• Ability to assist with lifting and transfers up to 50 pounds
• Ability to push/pull medical equipment and wheelchair as needed
• Ability to respond quickly in emergency situations

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:  

• Provide 1:1medical support throughout the school day
• Operate and monitor cough assist device
• Utilize suction machine as medically required
• Administer and manage feeding tube care and feedings
• Provide transfer assistance
• Assist with toileting and personal hygiene
• Safely handle student lifts
• Administer prescribed medications per medical orders
• Monitor student's health status and respond to needs promptly
• Maintain accurate daily medical documentation and logs
• Follow all district health plans, IEP/504 accommodations, and physician orders
• Collaborate with school nurse, therapists, and staff
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with FERPA/HIPAA guidelines

• Participate in training, meetings, and professional development as required.

  
  Internal candidates:  
  Apply on Frontline and submit a Letter of Interest:
  https://www.applitrack.com/joindelawareschools/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=40199
  External candidates: 
  The following documents represent a completed application file and must be submitted: a letter of interest, updated resume, and three (3) current letters of recommendation.  All documents may be attached to the online application.
  Complete an online application on Frontline:
  https://www.applitrack.com/joindelawareschools/onlineapp/default.aspx?choosedistrict=true&applitrackclient=40199
  ADA ACCOMMODATIONS DISCLOSURE: Under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), the Woodbridge School District is required to provide reasonable accommodations to qualified employees with disabilities, unless doing so would pose an undue hardship. Qualified employees must have the requisite skills, experience, education, and licenses for the job, and must also be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations.  The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (A.D.A.) and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  Additional duties are performed by the individuals currently holding this position and additional duties may be assigned.
  The Woodbridge School District is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees, applicants, visitors, or others, and does not deny access to educational or other services, based on any characteristic prohibited by law.
  Inquiries about compliance should be made to the Title IX Coordinator:  Kelley Kirkland, Administration Building 16359 Sussex Highway, Bridgeville, DE 19933.  Phone (302) 337-7990.