Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from The Maryland School for the Blind
Job overview
The ESY School Nurse role is a temporary nursing position supporting the summer program by providing nursing assessment, treatment, and consultation to students with disabilities.
Responsibilities and impact
The nurse will provide patient care including assessment, medication administration, and documentation, collaborate with staff and families, participate in team and IEP meetings, lead performance improvement activities, provide health education, support delegated nursing functions, and handle emergency care and specialty clinics as needed.
Experience and skills
Candidates must be a currently licensed Registered Nurse in Maryland, preferably with a Bachelor's degree, or an LPN committed to becoming an RN within 3 years, with at least 1 year pediatric nursing experience, knowledge of nursing processes and disabilities, and First Aid/CPR certification.
Work environment and culture
The work environment includes multiple indoor campus locations with varying conditions, requiring mobility between buildings and occasional overtime including weekends, emphasizing clinical competence and teamwork.
Company information
The Maryland School for the Blind is an educational institution serving students with visual impairments and multiple disabilities, providing specialized care and education.
Job location and travel
The position is based on the Maryland School for the Blind campus, involving movement between buildings and use of golf carts.
Unique job features
This temporary summer role involves working in a specialized educational setting with students having multiple disabilities, requiring physical ability to lift and move equipment and students.
Company overview
The Maryland School for the Blind (MSB) is a specialized educational institution dedicated to serving students who are blind or visually impaired. Established in 1853, MSB provides comprehensive educational programs, including academic, vocational, and life skills training, tailored to meet the unique needs of its students. The school generates revenue through state funding, grants, donations, and partnerships with various organizations. MSB's mission is to empower students with the skills and confidence needed to achieve independence and success in their personal and professional lives.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your current RN licensure and pediatric nursing experience, emphasizing your ability to perform nursing assessments, medication administration, and patient care in a school setting as outlined by The Maryland School for the Blind.
Focus on showcasing your skills in multidisciplinary collaboration, communication with parents and professionals, and participation in IEP meetings, as these are central to the ESY School Nurse role.
Apply through multiple platforms including The Maryland School for the Blind’s official career page and LinkedIn to maximize your chances of being noticed for this temporary position.
Connect on LinkedIn with nursing staff or education professionals at The Maryland School for the Blind, using ice breakers like asking about their experience with the ESY program or inquiring about how the nursing team supports students with multiple disabilities.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'pediatric nursing,' 'medication administration,' 'multidisciplinary team,' 'IEP meetings,' and 'nursing assessment' to pass automated screenings.
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