Regional School Nurse Consultant- Western MA (Hampden County)

Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership - Springfield, MA

Job Title: Regional School Nurse Consultant- Western MA (Hampden County)

Position: School Nurse

Job Type: Full Time

Pay: $82,433 – $116,986

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City: Springfield

State: MA

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Job Responsibilities

Provides consultation and technical assistance to school nurses and school nurse leaders in western Massachusetts.
Identifies and supports Model Comprehensive School Health Service (CSHS) programs, including public, charter, and non-public schools.
Conducts telephone consultations, meetings, and site visits to provide technical assistance as needed.
Participates in, presents at, and attends professional development programs and training sessions offered by DPH.
Serves as nursing course Director/Advisor/Planner to develop CNE programs in collaboration with various organizations.
Facilitates meetings for west region school nurse leaders in partnership with Regional Consultants.
Attends area community program meetings to represent school nursing and obtain professional development.
Explores common issues and resources in the region related to school nursing workforce development.
Represents school health on regional emergency planning committees and other coalitions as appropriate.
Collaborates with primary care providers to link healthcare systems with school health services.
Serves on the DPH CSHS Evaluation Committee and assists districts in completing CQI projects.
Submits annual Performance Requirements/Program Outcomes narrative report to MDPH.

Required Skills

Core Skills

Detail-oriented planning and ability to set priorities
Ability to work independently and in a team
Strong listening skills and problem-solving abilities
Promoting positive linkage to community providers
Support ongoing continuing education
Facilitation of new information implementation
Support oversight of Medicaid billing expansion program
Promote evidence-based practices in school nursing
Liaison and resource expert in school nursing

Preferred Skills

Experience in school nursing in public or private settings
Leadership skills
Interpersonal communication skills
Organizational skills

Requirements

Experience: 5+ years in school nursing

Education: BSN in Nursing (MSN preferred)

License & Certification:

Current license as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts
Licensed or eligible for MDESE professional licensure as a School Nurse
Current certification in CPR/AED

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COVID-19 Requirements: Not Specified

Benefits

Competitive salaries
Numerous professional development opportunities
Career advancement opportunities
Support for educational pipeline programs

Supplemental Pay

Not specified

Special Notes

District is committed to maintaining a work environment free from discrimination.
District values diversity, equity, social justice and inclusion.

Facility Details

Name: Springfield Empowerment Zone Partnership

Description: A cultural gem in Western Massachusetts committed to providing a learning environment that enhances knowledge and critical thinking skills.

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