School-Based Registered Nurse

About the role

Since 1893, Helen Keller Services (HKS) has been committed to improving the lives of individuals who are blind, visually impaired, or have combined hearing and vision loss. HKS serves the New York City/Long Island area from its headquarters in downtown Brooklyn and the Helen Keller National Center for Deaf‑Blind Youth and Adults in Sands Point, NY, with regional offices across the United States. Helen Keller Services for the Blind is expanding its Children’s Learning Center to two new Long Island locations in Nassau and Suffolk County. These state‑of‑the‑art facilities will serve preschool children who are blind or have low vision, as well as those with multiple disabilities, autism, Down syndrome, or pervasive developmental delays. We are currently seeking a Full‑Time Registered Nurse to join our Children’s Learning Center in Islandia, NY. The School Nurse is responsible for assuring the health and safety of approximately 60 special‑education preschoolers.

Responsibilities

• Assess students daily for illness, injury, and health concerns.
• Maintain daily student log in accordance with OCFS Licensure and NY State Guidance.
• Provide care, including minor first aid and medication administration (as authorized).
• Follow NY State guidelines to determine when children are not permitted in the building due to illness, in accordance with school policies and health guidelines.
• Monitor students with chronic health conditions and implement individualized health care plans.
• Review and assess all medical documentation of new and continuing students for completion and compliance with New York regulatory agencies.
• Manage treatments and medications for students, prescribed by medical professional’s prior written authorization and prescriptions.
• Ensure all medical documentation complies with OCFS regulations and school policies.
• Monitor immunization records, physical examinations, medication authorizations, and other required health documentation.
• Maintain confidentiality of student health information in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.
• Advise parents, school principal, social worker, or other appropriate health professionals when a student might need a more specialized level of care.
• Gain an understanding through formal in‑person assessment of each child and dialogue with parents, building administrators, and other medical professionals to determine appropriate classroom placement and need for health‑care supports.
• Disseminate communication as needed related to OCFS/communicable diseases through the platform and email.
• Maintain New York State certification/licensure by remaining current with pediatric medical research via continuing education opportunities.
• Expand skills and knowledge to meet the growing needs of students with more complex and chronic health needs.
• Attend ongoing professional development workshops and seminars.
• Provide trainings to the Children’s Learning Center staff as needed.
• Participate and contribute to monthly team meetings and all full‑staff meetings.
• Maintain a professional demeanor at all times and contribute to the upkeep of personal and shared work space.
• Collect, analyze, and synthesize comprehensive data pertinent to the student’s health or the situation to ensure the highest quality of health and educational services.
• One‑time quarterly travel to other school facilities within the HKS Children’s Learning Center network (internal audits).
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Principal or members of HKSB Administration.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing (required).
• Experience working in a school setting, preferably with OCFS experience (preferred).

Qualifications

• Valid and current New York State RN license (required).

Skills

• Strong technical skills including MS Office, Outlook, and school‑related applications (required).

Benefits

• 403B Program with Employer Match
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• HSA/FSA plans
• Paid Time Off
• Short Term Disability
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Voluntary Ancillary Benefits