Director of Nursing

The vision of the Arlington Public Schools is to be an equitable educational community where all learners feel a sense of belonging experience growth and joy and are empowered to shape their own futures and contribute to a better world.

ARLINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

POSITION: Director of Nursing Services

JOB GOALS:

The Director of Nursing Services is responsible for supervising and implementing the provisions of the Nursing Services Department in the Arlington Public Schools in accordance with State and Federal regulations and mandates. The Director will work closely with the Medical Director who services as a consultant. On a day-to-day basis the Director will work with the educational leaders of the Arlington Public Schools to assure that the health needs of all students are met.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Masters degree or higher from an accredited college or university in content area is required
• Massachusetts Board of Registration license as a Registered Nurse
• Demonstrated knowledge and competencies in the administration of school health programs and services
• DESE CertificationNurse or Supervisor
• Ability to communicate orally and in writing to the Superintendent of Schools School Committee staff students other administrators and parents
• Ability to work independently and carry out assigned projects to their completion
• Ability to prepare and administer a budget in a cost effective manner.
• Ability to apply technology to meet the needs and duties as outlined in the job description.
• Managerial and leadership skills.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

(The essential functions or duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar related or a logical assignment to the position.)

• Participates in the recruitment and selection of school nurses.
• Supervises school nurses.
• Evaluates school nurses.
• Supervises and coordinates health service programs for students in compliance with statutes and regulations.
• Collaborates with public and private agencies organizations and professional personnel in securing and providing school health services for students.
• Prepares and/or reviews all local state and federal reports on health/medical issues.
• Interprets the philosophy and practices of the health services department for parents administrators staff and the public.
• Provides consultation and advice to administrators to ensure a safe and healthy school environment.
• Participates in the planning and equipping of health rooms in schools.
• Exhibits and facilitates human relations and communication skills.
• Provides staff leadership development and training.
• Manages the Health Services budget.
• Demonstrates professional growth and self-improvement.
• Develops positive school community relations.
• Communicates in a timely and effective manner with staff administrators and parents.
• Provides support and resources to the nurses to maintain student health records.
• Complies and interprets statistics for the student population.
• Supervises the nurses to ensure all students are properly immunized and that all newly enrolled students meet MDPH requirements for school admission.
• Prepares implements and oversees various grant funded activities.
• Promotes staff wellness activities and services.
• Performs other responsibilities the Superintendent of Schools may from time to time assign.
• Works directly with Massachusetts DPH Evaluation Task Force and School Health Unit.
• Provides training on district protocols relative to student records and otherhealth related matters.
• Responsible for district protocol relative to student health records/immunizations.
• Co-chairs the District Wellness Committee
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Superintendent or Assistant Superintendent.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT: Arlington Administrators Association (205 work days)

REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent for Student Services

SALARY RANGE: According to the AAA Contract

The Arlington Public Schools are committed to creating an inclusive and safe learning and working environment that reflects a diversity of perspectives values and experiences. We welcome staff who are aware of the role that bias and prejudice play in society are creative and willing to try new approaches and are reflective about their daily practice. We are looking for candidates who welcome a challenge are eager to collaborate and contribute to the success of students are ready to engage in two-way partnership with families and who will contribute their diverse talents to the organization as a whole.

Required Experience:

Director