Nassau BOCES · 1 day ago
Assistant Coordinator of Health Services/Program Manager III - Provisional
Nassau BOCES is an educational organization seeking an Assistant Coordinator of Health Services/Program Manager III. The role involves coordinating the assignment of Registered Professional Nurses to schools, supervising nursing staff, and participating in program development and decision-making processes.
EducationProfessional ServicesSecondary Education
Responsibilities
Assists in coordinating the assignment of Registered Professional Nurses to Nassau BOCES schools and non-public schools
Assists in supervising school nurses in their diverse settings
Assists in assigning nursing personnel and secures substitute help to maintain district-wide nursing coverage
Assists in coordinating response to medical emergencies
Assists in evaluating the work of Registered Professional Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Child Care Aides, and others
Participates in program development
Substitutes at schools in the absence of the assigned nurse
Assists in providing a program of specialized training and workshops for staff
Participates in decision-making and resolving problems as they arise at the various nursing sites
Participates in the selection of staff and makes recommendations for hiring
Assists in previewing, reviewing, evaluating, and recommending the purchase of materials, equipment, supplies, and consultant/performer services
Acts as liaison between the health office and school administration
Confers with parents and/or guardians of children
Supervises or assigns work to health office staff, as required
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited or New York State registered college or university with a major in Nursing
Three years of satisfactory experience as a registered nurse, including two years as a school nurse
Possession of a current license to practice as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of New York
Possession of an appropriate class, valid Driver License issued by the State of New York
Thorough knowledge of the principles and practices involved in school nursing services and administration
Considerable knowledge of nursing theory and practice
Considerable knowledge of the functions of technical apparatus and pharmaceuticals utilized in patient care and treatment
Considerable knowledge of social, physical, and psychological sciences
Ability to plan, organize, and implement school nursing services to effectively meet the needs of the district
Ability to plan, organize, supervise, and evaluate the work of subordinates
Ability to express oneself effectively, both orally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, local school districts, students, teachers, parents, and others
Ability to apply school nursing skills in a broad array of school settings with diverse cultures and philosophies
Company
Nassau BOCES
Nassau BOCES is an educational institution that offers cost-effective shared programs, education and career training for school districts.