School Nurse
Company: Uncommon Schools
Location: Camden
Posted on: April 20, 2024
Job Description:
Company DescriptionUncommon Schools is a nonprofit network of
high-performing, public charter schools providing an outstanding
K-12 education in historically under-resourced communities. We have
proudly built schools that reflect our student population, with
more than 60% of our teachers and staff across our network
identifying as a person of color. Uncommon currently manages 55
schools serving more than 21,000 students in six cities: Boston,
Camden, New York City, Newark, Rochester, and Troy. We are proud
that Uncommon graduates persist in and graduate from college at
five times the rate of their peers nationally. We achieve this by
offering strong academic, co-curricular, and social-emotional
learning that prepares students for success in college and beyond.
-Job DescriptionCamden Prep Nurses promote health and safety in the
school environment and provides health services to students,
faculty and staff. As the school health services specialist, nurses
assist our students and staff in attaining and/or maintaining
optimum health, and promoting positive health habits and
attitudesResponsibilities
- Provide basic healthcare to students in case of injury or acute
illness
- Keep track of students' vaccination records and follows up with
families as needed
- Update students' medical history and files accordingly
- Ensure school environment is safe for children and school staff
(e.g. prevention of communicable diseases)
- Ensure compliance with national and local health
lawsQualifications
- BSN preferred
- LPN as long as they are willing to go back to school to get
their RN degree to become school certified (Tuition will be
reimbursed)Additional InformationOur people are what makes us
Uncommon. - -We believe our compensation philosophy and benefits
should reflect our values-equity, transparency, and clarity-to
enhance our ability to attract and retain talent and reward their
expertise. -Our staff receive best-in-class training, coaching, and
support to develop and operate mission-driven schools that provide
a high-quality education to our students and families.Compensation
for this position: -Most candidates who meet job description
requirements will receive an offer of $55,000-$59,000. The starting
compensation for this role is between $55,000 -to $76,000. - -The
starting pay will depend on various factors including but not
limited to relevant professional experience, education,
certifications, and tenure with Uncommon Schools. To receive an
offer at the top of the range, candidates will need significant
experience in a directly aligned role. - Because we value staff
tenure in a role, we do not currently cap salary ranges for current
staff members. -Other Benefits:
- Generous paid time off inclusive of sick time and school breaks
(spring, winter, and summer) + additional sustainability half days
throughout the school year
- Extensive, best-in-class training and development - -
- Choice of 3 comprehensive health insurance plans
- Pre-tax flexible spending and health saving accounts
- Financial planning & wellness
- New Jersey Pension program
- 529 college savings program
- Public Service Loan Forgiveness application assistance
- Financial - planning tools and assistance
- Dependent Care FSA, back up childcare and daycare
discounts
- Paid leave of absence -
- Fully paid parental leave
- Fully paid medical leave
- Additional paid Short Term and Long Term Disability insurance
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- Mental health and counseling support + wellness
benefitsUncommon believes in the importance of being a diverse,
equitable, and inclusive organization that enables our students and
staff to thrive. We are committed to building an exceptional team
that reflects the diverse backgrounds and experiences of our
students. We also strive to ensure an inclusive community by
creating a space for meaningful dialogue about issues of race and
identity for our staff and students. As an equal opportunity
employer, Uncommon provides equal employment opportunities to all
employees and applicants for employment and prohibits
discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race,
color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status,
genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender
identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by
federal, state or local laws. We also ensure that individuals with
disabilities receive all privileges and benefits associated with
employment and are provided reasonable accommodations for the
interview process and to perform core job functions. If you would
like to request an accommodation, please email
recruitment@uncommonschools.org.
Keywords: Uncommon Schools, Camden , School Nurse, Healthcare , Camden, New Jersey
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