School Nurse - 2026/2027 SY

Responsibilities

• Serve as a member of the school team as the designated health professional, including participation in Planning and Placement Teams (PPT), Section 504 Teams, and Crisis Teams.
• Maintain accurate, comprehensive, and well-organized records, logs, surveys, and reports in accordance with State of Connecticut requirements and Danbury Board of Education policies.
• Confer with parents, students, teachers, support staff, and other professionals to interpret health and developmental assessments and monitor students with special needs to support school placement and success.
• Supervise compliance with Connecticut state-mandated physical examinations and immunization requirements.
• Cook up administration of prescribed medications and treatments for students during school hours and school-sponsored activities; train designated staff in medication administration per Connecticut State regulations.
• Conduct vision, hearing, and postural screenings in accordance with Connecticut State regulations, and complete referrals and follow-up for identified concerns.
• Develop Individualized Health Care Plans (IHCPs) for students with special health needs and integrate them into IEP and 504 plans as appropriate.
• Provide annual in-service training for staff, including OSHA Bloodborne Pathogens and Infection Control.
• Serve as a resource to staff regarding health promotion and disease prevention.
• Maintain current knowledge of school nursing practices and Connecticut laws related to immunizations, medication administration, health records, and related health requirements.
• Provide emergency care and treatment for injured or ill students and staff.
• Assist families in accessing medical homes, HUSKY Health insurance, immunizations, dental care, and other health-related services.
• Attend staff meetings as scheduled and perform additional nursing and professional duties as required.

Required Qualifications

• Valid State of Connecticut Registered Nurse (RN) license
• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred, but not required
• Current CPR certification
• Minimum of one (1) year of clinical nursing experience, preferably in pediatrics and/or community health

Position Details

• Reports to: Health and Nursing Services Coordinator
• Work Year: 10-month position
• Salary: Per contract

Application Procedure

Apply online at: http://www.danbury.k12.ct.us