• Application Deadline: Wed, 20 Mar 2024 00:00:00 GMT
• Position: School Nurse


• Job Type Full Time


• Qualification BA/BSc/HND


• Experience 4 - 10 years


• Location Abuja


• Job Field Medical / Healthcare 
  

Job Description

• The School nurse is to provide health services in schools and other educational settings.


• Their goal is to treat student injuries or illnesses and advise students, their parents or guardians, and staff on health issues.

Responsibilities

• Provide basic healthcare to students in case of injury or acute illness


• Educate students and staff on healthy habits, such as proper nutrition and hygiene


• Keep track of students’ vaccination records


• Update students’ medical history


• Ensure school environment is safe for children and school staff (e.g. prevention of communicable diseases)


• Treat students and staff as needed


• Develop care plans for students with ongoing conditions


• Consult with teachers, school administrators and other school staff regarding student care


• Administer medication


• Monitor student immunization records


• Detect health problems in early stages through regular screenings


• Write referrals for pediatricians and other health specialists


• Ensure compliance with national and local health laws.

Qualifications / Skills / Requirements

• Registered Nurse (RN) license


• 4 - 10 years relevant work experience.


• Knowledge of many areas of health including mental health


• Knowledge of school laws and policies


• Ability to work independently or with others


• Ability to communicate well with others


• Ability to assess situations and act quickly


• BLS/CPR certification


• Ability to Multitask.

Qualifications / Skills:

• Ability to multitask


• Good Listening Skills


• Good communicator


• Problem Solving


• Good Judgement.