Substitute Nurse

The Arc of Chester County•West Chester, PA

22d•Onsite

About The Position

Substitute Nurse - Preschool Setting Part-Time/PRN We are looking for a substitute Nurse to work at our inclusive preschool in West Chester. The Arc of Chester County is a non-profit organization dedicated to advocating, educating and providing services to empower individuals with disabilities and their families to enhance the quality of their lives. Join our team, and become a part of an agency that's provided these important services for over 70 years! SUMMARY: All employees at The Arc of Chester County are expected to embrace and exemplify our Mission, Vision, and Core Values. Provide direct medical/nursing treatment to all classroom-based children and function as a member of a child’s home-based multidisciplinary team. Responsible for maintaining and compliance with safety and regulatory requirements and agency policies/procedures.

Requirements

Associate's degree (A. A.) or equivalent from two-year college or technical school; and current PA state license (RN).
Two years Pediatrics experience required
Ability to complete all record checks (drivers and background), clearances, drug screening, health tests and vaccinations as required.
Provide required driver credentials and valid vehicle information before hire and ongoing prior to their expiration.
Current PA R.N. License
CPR/First Aid
Mandated Reporter Training
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication, and writing skills required.
Ability to work independently, to set priorities and follow through on details.
Strong organizational, interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred.
Candidates with special education and/or early childhood education experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Participate, collaborate and/or implement The Arc of Chester County’s 5-year Strategic Plan.
Complete all training and qualifications requirements.
Provide direct nursing support to classroom-based children.
Provide nursing support to home- based families as described in IFSPs.
Administer specified medication per prescription from the physician. Notes time and amount on appropriate medicine sheet.
Administer/perform treatments as prescribed by physician (i.e., nebulizer treatments, 02, tube feeding, catheterization, blood sugar testing).
Monitor nutritional intake of children.
Assist and consult with teaching staff in the feeding of high-risk children.
Implement health policies as pertains to children and staff. Maintains individual health records for children and staff, ensuring up-to-date status for physical exams and immunizations.
Maintain first aid boxes both in classrooms and on vans.
Assure compliance with all Health Department, Department of Education, DHS regulations and contract requirements.
Develop procedures for quality record keeping and maintain records in compliance with all requirements and best practices.
Develop, maintain, and communicate documentation of internal compliance checks/drills for monitoring and addressing health and safety of participants and the facility (i.e. car seats, bleach, food, bathrooms, refrigerators, water temperature, fire drills)
Educate/train staff in the areas of universal precautions, prevention of blood borne pathogens, first aid, CPR, and other pertinent health and safety topics/trainings.
Assist preschool staff and children during field trips.
Participate in the agency Safety Committee.
Participant in Arc sponsored events.
Other duties as assigned.