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Description
Position at Leman Manhattan Preparatory School
About Léman:
Léman Manhattan is the only independent school in Lower Manhattan serving students from 12 months through Grade 12, offering a rigorous International Baccalaureate (IB) Programme in one of the world's most dynamic educational environments.
Consistently ranked among New York's top private schools by Niche (#29 K-12, #5 Arts, #3 Boarding, #3 Diversity), Léman is also NYC's only boarding school and the first private school to achieve acceptances to all Ivy League institutions within its first decade of graduates.
Our community represents over 130 countries, fostering a global perspective and inclusive culture. Blending distinguished tradition with cutting-edge innovation, Léman prepares students for the rapidly evolving college and career landscape-guided by our mission: "Each student, future prepared."
Main Purpose of Role:
This role is part of Léman Manhattan's vibrant, collaborative learning community, which delivers an engaging and academically rigorous program for all students.
Each employee demonstrates a commitment to anti-bias and anti-racism work and to fostering an inclusive learning community. As an international school with a global outlook, Léman Manhattan utilizes the International Baccalaureate Programme's philosophy to equip students with the knowledge and skills to become thoughtful, engaged leaders. As a school community, we are committed to promoting diversity, equity, belonging, and justice, and to holding ourselves accountable for addressing harm, repairing relationships, and continuing to learn together.
Key Responsibilities:
(The primary tasks, functions and deliverables of the role)
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of all health matters within the school
Provides clear guidance to students, families, and staff members regarding management and follow up for all health matters
Conducts daily health screenings for all students upon school entry
Provides direct care during the school day to students from PK through Grade 5 for injuries and acute illness
Experience with monitoring children on a continuous insulin infusion pump and/or long-term management of students with special health care needs
Conducts lice checks as needed
Collaborates closely with administration and participate in the Student Support Team (SST)
Communicates clearly and proactively with parents, faculty and staff on student illnesses
Adheres to and promote all school health policies
Facilitates New York State mandated immunization and communicable disease control requirements
Serves as a health resource and educator in the health instruction curriculum
Demonstrates initiative, leadership, organization and decision-making skills, coupled with objectivity and good professional judgment in stressful situations
Proficiency in basic computer operation, including electronic health records management office software, online research and database operation, and Magnus software
Utilizes learning management and student information systems provided by the school
Presents a positive role model for students that supports the mission of the school; demonstrates behavior that is professional as identified in Employee Handbook (inside and outside of school)
Continues to grow professionally by participating in educational opportunities, reads professional publications, and participates in professional organizations
Demonstrates flexibility and a positive attitude toward new challenges and growth opportunities
Participates in school-wide events; attends during and after-school functions in support of school community
Attends and participates in all required faculty and staff meetings and serves on school committees as required
Completes responsibilities as assigned by Division Head or direct supervisor based on student and school needs (e.g. test proctoring)
Support the needs of the Leman+ program on Monday, Wednesday and Thursday from 3:30-5pm and Friday 3:30-4:30pm.
Requirements: Bachelor's Degree
Current license to practice in New York State
Current CPR/AED/First Aid certification
Minimum of one year of experience as a school nurse
Experience using Magnus software preferred
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both verbal and written
Commitment to the school's mission, core values, and inclusion statement
Worksite address
new york, NY, 10261, US
Who can apply
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