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In Milwaukee Public Schools the primary role of a School Nurse is to provide case management and nursing care for students with special care needs in the school setting, as prescribed by a physician. The delivered care has been requested by the parents and is outlined in the Individualized Education Program (IEP).
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university
- An Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) will be accepted with the following requirement:
- Registered Nurses with an Associate's Degree in Nursing-must complete a 3-credit course in community or public health nursing from a baccalaureate accredited nursing program to meet the requirement for "School Nurse" position
- Proof of course completion and certification by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) that the course qualifies candidate to become a "School Nurse" is required. For Non-BSN applicants, a copy of the DPI School Nurse Certificate showing satisfactory completion of cousework in public health/community health is required
- Must be licensed to practice as a Registered Nurse (RN) in the state of Wisconsin
- Must be CPR certified
- Must hold a valid Wisconsin Drivers License at the time of appointment (and throughout employment) and availability of a properly insured personal automobile for use on the job (car allowance provided)
- One year hands on experience providing nursing care to children is preferred
STARTING SALARY - $58,269.00 - $99.058.00/Year
200 day school year calendar
10-Month School Year
Interested applicants should complete all sections of the application including the online submission of a current resume and three (3) letters of recommendation dated within the last year and signed by the author.
A copy of State of Wisconsin License and CPR credentials must also be attached to the application. Non-MPS employees should attach transcripts conferring their Bachelor of Nursing Degree and, if applicable, graduate degrees.
Please apply directly on the Milwaukee Public Schools Employment Website: www.mpsmke.com > Careers > Join Our Team > Apply Online for Teacher/Certified Positions
Important message:
As of November 1, 2021, all MPS employees are required to be fully vaccinated. The health and safety of our staff and students is our number one priority. That's why all offers of employment are contingent on the candidate showing proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (currently one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine) to pass the pre-employment requirements. Individuals with medical issues or sincerely held religious beliefs that prevent them from getting the vaccine may request an accommodation from the vaccine requirement.
Interested applicants should complete all sections of the application including the online submission of a current resume and three (3) letters of recommendation dated within the last year and signed by the author.
A copy of State of Wisconsin License and CPR credentials must also be attached to the application. Non-MPS employees should attach transcripts conferring their Bachelor of Nursing Degree and, if applicable, graduate degrees.
For Non-BSN applicants, a copy of the DPI School Nurse Certificate showing satisfactory completion of coursework in public health/community health is required
Please apply directly on the Milwaukee Public Schools Employment Website: www.mpsmke.com > Careers > Join Our Team > Apply Online for Teacher/Certified Positions
Important message:
As of November 1, 2021, all MPS employees are required to be fully vaccinated. The health and safety of our staff and students is our number one priority. That's why all offers of employment are contingent on the candidate showing proof of being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 (currently one dose of the Johnson & Johnson vaccine or two doses of the Pfizer or Moderna vaccine) to pass the pre-employment requirements. Individuals with medical issues or sincerely held religious beliefs that prevent them from getting the vaccine may request an accommodation from the vaccine requirement.
- Bachelor's Degree in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited college or university
- An Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN) will be accepted with the following requirements (MUST ATTACH PROOF OF COURSE COMPLETION/CERTIFICATION FROM DPI)
- Registered Nurses with an Associate's Degree in Nursing-must complete a 3-credit course in community or public health nursing from a baccalaureate accredited nursing program to meet the requirement for "School Nurse" position
- Proof of course completion and certification by the Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction (DPI) that the course qualifies candidate to become a "School Nurse" is required
- Must be able to physically perform all duties, including lifting up to 50 pounds
- Must have effective interpersonal, oral and written communication skills
- Must hold a valid Wisconsin driver's license at time of appointment (and throughout employment) and availability of a properly insured personal automobile for use on the job (car allowance provided)
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Provides direct nursing care of health and illness needs of individuals during the school day ensuring adherence to Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) policies and procedures. Provides emergency nursing services as necessary.
- Maintains records of services provided to students, following appropriate confidentiality guidelines.
- Assesses, upon referrals from case managers, the health care needs of childrenand the resulting barriers to education. Determines health care as a related service of students.
- Constructs the health component of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP), after analysis and synthesis of medical and health data.
- Provides consultation to the School Nurse Associates (SNA) in the assessment, evaluation and management of student health.
- Provides counseling regarding health concerns to students and families. Assists students and families in obtaining appropriate health care services.
- Facilitates the continuity of health care of students by planning and exchanging information with other school districts, community health providers and socail service agencies, ensuring that confidentiality guidelines are followed.
- Maintains current knowledge base on health care and nursing issues through attendance at seminars, conferences, and reading professional literature.
- Actively supports the MPS Strategic Plan
- Performs other duties as assigned
STARTING SALARY - $58,269 - $99,058/Year
200 day school year calendar
10-Month School Year
The Milwaukee Public Schools does not discriminate in its programs, activities, facilities, employment, or educational opportunities on the basis of a person's sex, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, creed, pregnancy, marital or parental status, sexual orientation, or disability. Reasonable accommodations requested by qualified individuals with disabilities will be made in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, as amended by the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA) of 2008.
In accordance with Wisconsin Statutes, every applicant for a position with Milwaukee Public Schools will be subject to the open records law. Any applicant not wishing to have his/her identity released, must submit a written statement to that effect to the Office of Human Resources. The identities of all "final candidates" may be released. Milwaukee Public Schools reserves the right to interview the best qualified candidates.