Job Details
Qualifications
- Bachelor of Science
- Bachelor's degree
- Communication skills
- Database management
- Nursing
- RN License
- Writing skills
Job Description
THE AMERICAN SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF
ANNOUNCES AN OPENING FOR
Director of the Student Health Center
CLOSING DATE: Until filled
REV: 3/8/23
POST: 3/8/23
The American School for the Deaf (ASD) is the oldest school for the deaf, founded in 1817 by Thomas Hopkins Gallaudet and Laurent Clerc. The American School for the Deaf is committed to serving deaf and hard of hearing infants, youth, and their families in development of intellect and the enhancement of quality of life utilizing specially designed instruction through an American Sign Language and English Bilingual Approach, empowering them to become educated and self-directed life-long learners.
ASD is located in West Hartford, a town recognized as one of the top ten towns for raising families. West Hartford residents value education, evidenced by the high quality of public and private schools. There is also much to do in West Hartford. There is a wide array of parks and recreation. There are pools and hiking trails. There are historic sites to visit as well. If shopping is on the list, then Blue Back Square, located in the center of town, offers many retail stores and a variety of restaurants to satisfy everyone.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the Director of the Student Health Center (SHC) in conjunction with the Medical Consultant manages the daily operations of the licensed infirmary. The Director of SHC is responsible for the oversight of direct patient care; nursing decisions pertaining to employees of the SHC and students. The SHC Director is subject to on-call 24-hours a day.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES
Planning and implementing nursing procedures and plans of care.
Facilitating patient and family education related to current health needs.
Acting as a liaison between students/parents and outside agencies regarding current treatment.
Implementing regulations pertaining to licensure of facility; compliance with State regulations; compliance with State and Federal narcotic regulations.
Maintaining all SHC records and reports
Planning and implementing in-service programs and medically related training to all Residential and Educational Staff members.
Facilitating all re-licensing and re-certification reviews for DPH, DCF, and certification agencies.
Serving as a member of the Admission and Evaluation Team.
Serving as member of the PACES Consult Team, or designating a representative from the SHC.
Oversight of all nursing services at Camp Isola Bell and ASD Summer Programs.
Oversight of the Medication Administration Program for the 7-Day Programing for PACES and CORE Programs (summer, weekend, and holidays inclusive).
Performing other duties as assigned.
Supervision of Occupational and Physical Therapies Departments.
Coordination with Residential Life, Academic Hub, ASD Athletics and the Transition Program regarding field trips, job placement, and athletic performance of students
Other related duties as assigned.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND ABILITLES
Thorough knowledge of legal regulations and best practices in healthcare in an education setting
Excellent organizational, communication, interpersonal and writing skills.
Strong management expertise; able to manage multiple projects effectively
Proficient with Microsoft Office suite, database management, and electronic health records.
Ability to engage and communicate effectively with students, families, school and clinic staff.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Minimum 5-7 years working as a supervisor in a public or private school setting. Experience in the role of supervisor in other nursing disciplines such as residential care, and acute and psychiatric care settings are considered an asset.
Current Registered Nurse with a valid license from the State of Connecticut
Bachelor of Science Degree or higher in Nursing
Courses in physical assessment
Current certification in CPR
Proficiency in sign language preferred; willingness to learn required.
SALARY AND BENEFITS
Compensation range is specified by experience.
Group health insurance and other fringe benefits are available.
12 months: non-collective bargaining.
This is an Exempt position
$1000 sign on bonus after one year of service for new hire employees
The American School for the Deaf does not discriminate on the basis of an individual's age, ancestry, color, genetic information, learning disability, marital status, past or present history of mental disability, intellectual disability, national origin, physical disability, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, transgender status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, or civil union status) work place hazards to reproductive systems, and criminal record (in state employment and licensing).