Deerfield Academy a private coeducational boarding school founded in 1797 and annually serving approximately 650 students in grades 9-12. The D.S. Chen Health and Wellness Center serves the Deerfield Academy community and we are seeking a Registered Nurse to join our team for a full-time benefited position during the academic year. Hours include four evening shifts per week Monday Thursday 2:30 PM-10:30 PM and one weekend a month (Sat & Sun 2:30 PM-10:30 PM).**SIGN-ON BONUS**The successful candidate will receive a $1000 sign-on bonus ($500 paid at time of hire and $500 paid at the end of 90 days of Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide excellent individual health care and education to Deerfield students and written and/or verbal orders per the Health Center Physician (MD) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) as per nursing standard of practiceIndependently recognize emergency situations and initiate appropriate intervention and treatment sending the student to the hospital as appropriate and calling for extra help as neededMaintain a high level of nursing care following professional nursing standards and abiding by the Health Centers policies procedures and Standing Orders with emphasis on clinical safety quality and effective a professional compassionate approach towards all students their families employees and all others involved with the health and well-being of the studentsComply with all HIPAA policies and regulationsDocument thoroughly and appropriately in the Health Centers electronic medical record systemDraw blood calls in prescriptions dispense medications administer immunizations and perform other medical procedures and tests as deemed necessary and as ordered by the MD/NPOther duties as assigned Job SpecificationsAssociates Degree in Nursing required Bachelors Degree preferred from an accredited school1 - 3 years clinical nursing experience preferably with adolescents in a health care settingValid Massachusetts RN licenseCurrent BLS certificationEffective communication and decision making capabilities requiredAbility to be flexible requiredAbility to work independently as well as in a team environmentAbility to work with a wide range of people in a diplomatic and professional mannerAbility to use a computer MS Office suite and EHR systemDemonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion and to serving the needs of a diverse community;Ability to manage and sensitivity to highly confidential information Physical DemandsClose visual acuity to view a computer terminal and reportsAbility to stoop crouch kneel reach feel and hearAbility to frequently bend and liftAbility to stand and sit for sustained periods of timeAbility to climb stairsAbility to occasionally lift or move up to 50 to occasionally push/pull up to 200 lbs. Working ConditionsThe nurse is in an outpatient medical clinic as well as an inpatient infirmary. Occasional exposure to biohazardous materials and body & BenefitsDeerfield Academy offers a competitive total compensation package where base compensation or salary is just one component. Pay within the published range is determined by factors such as qualifications job-related knowledge skills and experience allowing for growth and progression within the also offer a comprehensive suite of benefits to eligible employees including:Health & Financial: Medical dental and vision insurance; a 403(b)-retirement plan; and employer-paid life and disability Off: Generous paid time off and paid Perks: Tuition remission fitness center access and complimentary dining hall meals
Deerfield Academy a private coeducational boarding school founded in 1797 and annually serving approximately 650 students in grades 9-12. The D.S. Chen Health and Wellness Center serves the Deerfield Academy community and we are seeking a Registered Nurse to join our team for a full-time benefited ...
Deerfield Academy a private coeducational boarding school founded in 1797 and annually serving approximately 650 students in grades 9-12. The D.S. Chen Health and Wellness Center serves the Deerfield Academy community and we are seeking a Registered Nurse to join our team for a full-time benefited position during the academic year. Hours include four evening shifts per week Monday Thursday 2:30 PM-10:30 PM and one weekend a month (Sat & Sun 2:30 PM-10:30 PM).**SIGN-ON BONUS**The successful candidate will receive a $1000 sign-on bonus ($500 paid at time of hire and $500 paid at the end of 90 days of Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide excellent individual health care and education to Deerfield students and written and/or verbal orders per the Health Center Physician (MD) or Nurse Practitioner (NP) as per nursing standard of practiceIndependently recognize emergency situations and initiate appropriate intervention and treatment sending the student to the hospital as appropriate and calling for extra help as neededMaintain a high level of nursing care following professional nursing standards and abiding by the Health Centers policies procedures and Standing Orders with emphasis on clinical safety quality and effective a professional compassionate approach towards all students their families employees and all others involved with the health and well-being of the studentsComply with all HIPAA policies and regulationsDocument thoroughly and appropriately in the Health Centers electronic medical record systemDraw blood calls in prescriptions dispense medications administer immunizations and perform other medical procedures and tests as deemed necessary and as ordered by the MD/NPOther duties as assigned Job SpecificationsAssociates Degree in Nursing required Bachelors Degree preferred from an accredited school1 - 3 years clinical nursing experience preferably with adolescents in a health care settingValid Massachusetts RN licenseCurrent BLS certificationEffective communication and decision making capabilities requiredAbility to be flexible requiredAbility to work independently as well as in a team environmentAbility to work with a wide range of people in a diplomatic and professional mannerAbility to use a computer MS Office suite and EHR systemDemonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion and to serving the needs of a diverse community;Ability to manage and sensitivity to highly confidential information Physical DemandsClose visual acuity to view a computer terminal and reportsAbility to stoop crouch kneel reach feel and hearAbility to frequently bend and liftAbility to stand and sit for sustained periods of timeAbility to climb stairsAbility to occasionally lift or move up to 50 to occasionally push/pull up to 200 lbs. Working ConditionsThe nurse is in an outpatient medical clinic as well as an inpatient infirmary. Occasional exposure to biohazardous materials and body & BenefitsDeerfield Academy offers a competitive total compensation package where base compensation or salary is just one component. Pay within the published range is determined by factors such as qualifications job-related knowledge skills and experience allowing for growth and progression within the also offer a comprehensive suite of benefits to eligible employees including:Health & Financial: Medical dental and vision insurance; a 403(b)-retirement plan; and employer-paid life and disability Off: Generous paid time off and paid Perks: Tuition remission fitness center access and complimentary dining hall meals
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