Caulfield Grammar School is an internationally recognised, independent, co-educational school committed to providing exceptional educational opportunities from Early Learning through to Year 12. With over 3700 students across 5 campuses and our Student Experience Programs in Yarra Junction and Kakadu, Caulfield Grammar passionately strives to deliver innovative specialist educational programs enabling quality learning every day, in every experience, for every learner, for life.
The Role
An chance exists for a School Nurse to join our Wheelers Hill Campus community in a 12-month fixed term, part-time role working 3 days a week during term time only.
Reporting directly to the Deputy Head of Campus, the Nurse is required to provide first aid and healthcare management to the Wheelers Hill School community. This includes all students, staff, family and friends. The role provides support for the overall wellbeing of the patient whilst abiding by School protocols and procedures when providing first aid and healthcare management. This role will also work closely with other members of the Health Centre team at Wheelers Hill (Junior and Secondary) to ensure adequate resourcing across the campus.
Key Responsibilities
- Assess, treat, and manage all health care issues in an appropriate timeframe
- Administer and supervise appropriate medications within the schools’ medication guidelines
- Communicate with parents and School staff regarding health care matters of students where appropriate
- Document all health care provision incidents including Accident/Incident Report FormsMaintain up-to-date student medical records
- Assist with the maintenance and allocation of medical equipment, first aid kits, supplies & medications, pharmacy orders & accounts
- Monitor, plan and take appropriate action to maintain the physical and emotional health of students, staff and members of the School community as required
- Model and live the Caulfield Grammar School values and behaviours
Skills and Qualifications
- Current Employment Working with Children’s Check or willing to obtain
- Registered Nurse Division 1 qualification
- Up-to-date certifications in Level 2 First Aid (minimum) and Emergency Anaphylaxis Management
- Membership of Australian Nursing Federation (Victoria) and Victorian School Nurses Special Interest Group (strongly encouraged)
- Diabetes experience, certifications or qualifications
- Experience as Education Nurse background is highly regarded
- Knowledge of legal and statutory obligations of health care practice and ability to implement current best practice
- Ability to relate to adolescents, parents, guardians and caregivers, school staff
- Computer literacy skills
For further information please see the Position Description.
Why Caulfield Grammar School
Our culture is defined by the five values: Pursuing Excellence, Inspiring Creativity, Thriving Together, Embracing Diversity, and Living Wholeheartedly. These values guide the way we work together with passion and authenticity based on our guiding principle of a Mind for Life.
Our Benefits
- Competitive base and 13% Superannuation
- Continuous professional development opportunities
- Access to outstanding facilities and resources with free onsite parking
- Health & Wellbeing activities throughout the year
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Access to BENY app with discounts exclusive to Caulfield employees
How to Apply
Please submit your application by clicking on the APPLY button to be directed to our website. Applications will be reviewed and screened upon submission.
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Caulfield Grammar School is committed to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our School community. All employees, direct/indirect contact volunteers, third party contractors and external education providers are required to comply with our Child and Youth Safe Policy and our Child and Youth Safe Code of Conduct.
Applicants will be required to undergo background checks as per the Schools Security Vetting Policy and guidelines.
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