The posting
Reports to: Coordinator of Health Center
Primary Service Area: Santa Fe
Employment Term: Full-time; 10 months; non-exempt
Salary/Wage Range: Depends on qualifications and experience
Deadline for Application: Open until filled
Summary
This is an exciting position that calls on the nurse to tap into all areas of their training. As a residential school the scope of the nurse’s involvement with the student goes well beyond what is experienced by non-residential school nurses. The job requires great flexibility, patience a willingness to work with students and parents from a wide variety of social and cultural backgrounds. It is anticipated and expected that all functions of this position will be performed in a positive and receptive manner, while helping to advance the mission and vision of New Mexico School for the Deaf.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: (Other duties may be assigned)
- Direct care of NMSD students this may include the following:
- Medically fragile students with multiple disabilities
- Tube feedings
- Assisting with students’ personal hygiene and ADLs
- Medication administration
- Managing emergent illness and injury
- Managing injuries and first aide
- Knowledge of local resources
- Staff and student education
- Timely contact with parents/guardians
- Maintaining a timely and complete electronic medical record
- Timely communication between the various departments on campus about the changing needs of NMSD students.
Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education and /or Experience: Minimum requirement is a High School diploma and a NM Board of Nursing license to practice as a Registered Nurse, and at least 5 years’ experience in a clinic or school health setting.
Certificates, Licenses, Registration: New Mexico Board of Nursing License to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN). (NM recognizes RNs from other Compact States. The list of those states is available at the NM Board of Nursing website), Any nurse hired will be expected to have or obtain, at their own expense, within one year a PED (Public Education Department) school nurse certification. And Current BLS certification.
Qualifications and Expectations Applicable to All NMSD Employees
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Commitment to Vision- Must be committed to NMSD’s Vision, Mission, and Beliefs
- Language Skills- Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports and correspondence. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, and the general public.
- American Sign Language: Proficiency in or willingness to learn American Sign Language required.
- Written Communication: Writes clearly and informatively; varies writing style to meet needs.
- Organization- Must be organized and detail-oriented.
- Analytical- collects and aggregates data for program maintenance and improvement.
- Continuous Learning- Seeks feedback to improve performance; pursues training and development opportunities; strives to continuously build knowledge and skills.
- Job Knowledge- Competent in required job skills and knowledge; exhibits ability to learn and apply new skills; keeps abreast of current developments; requires minimal supervision; displays understanding of how job relates to others; uses resources effectively.
- Use of Technology- Adapts to new technologies; troubleshoots technological problems; uses technology to increase productivity. Possesses a working knowledge of Microsoft Office and Outlook.
- Mathematical Skills- Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide into all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percentage and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
- Reasoning Ability- Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Ability to think independently, solve problems and work with the whole team.
- Problem Solving- Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; develops alternative solutions; works in group problem solving situations.
- Cooperation- Establishes and maintains effective relations; exhibits tact and consideration; offers assistance and support to co-workers; works cooperatively in group situations; works actively to resolve conflicts.
- Teamwork- Balances team and individual responsibilities; exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views; gives and welcomes feedback; contributes to building a positive team spirit; supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.
- Diversity- Shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences; educates others on the value of diversity; builds a diverse workforce.
- Ethics- Treats people with respect; keeps commitments; inspires the trust of others; works with integrity and principles.
- Organizational Support- Follows policies and procedures; completes tasks correctly and on time; supports organization’s goals and values.
- Adaptability- Manages competing demands.
- Personal Appearance- Dresses appropriately for position; keeps self well groomed.
- Attendance/Punctuality- Is consistently at work and on time; ensures work responsibilities are covered when absent.
- Dependability- Follows instructions, responds to management direction; takes responsibility for own actions.
- Initiative- Seeks increased responsibilities; asks for and offers help when needed.
- Quality- Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; looks for ways to improve and promote quality.
- Safety and Security- Observes safety and security procedures; determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; reports potentially unsafe conditions.
- Physical Demands- The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to drive for long periods of time; stand; walk and sit. Unless otherwise stated in this job description, the employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
NMSD is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. We adhere to all applicable laws, statutes, and regulations regarding equal employment opportunities and affirmative action.? As an equal opportunity employer, we ensure that all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability status, genetic information, family and medical leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
