School Nurse

Selection Criteria

KSC 1 - Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge and understanding of nursing services in respect to child health and development including the appropriate qualifications, technical skills and expertise as relevant to the position.

KSC 2 - Demonstrated ability to effectively address the complex healthcare needs of students and provide a whole school approach to the maintenance of a healthy working and learning environment that is respectful, safe and supportive of students and the school community.

KSC 3 - Demonstrated high level of written and verbal communication skills and a high level of interpersonal skills, including the capacity to provide advice and support to students, staff and parents in respect to the work area.

KSC 4 - Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge of anaphylaxis, allergies, asthma and diabetes.

KSC 5 - Demonstrated experience in the delivery and coordination of student and family health and wellbeing services in a school setting.

Role

Hours of work: 9:00am - 3:30pm Monday - Friday with an unpaid 30-minute lunchbreak.

The School Nurse acts as a first point of contact for all first aid enquiries. It is important that the successful applicant operates in a consistent, professional, courteous and efficient manner at all times. The role requires close interaction with a range of staff, students and visitors to the school.

A current relevant qualification is required, e.g. registration with the Australian Health Professionals Regulation Agency as a Registered Nurse with experience.

Responsibilities

The First Aid Nurse is part of the Administration Community, whose responsibility is to work collaboratively, ensuring a productive, efficient and respectful workplace.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary nursing care to sick and injured students, staff and visitors and carry out general nursing procedures as required and in line with DE guidelines
• Ensure anaphylaxis, asthma, allergy, diabetes documentation and medications are up to date at all times
• Update and maintain a register of students with Management Plans re asthma, allergies and anaphylaxis
• Maintain the First Aid room in a clean, well-organised manner, and maintained in accordance with OH&S standards
• Maintain up to date notices, concerning DE health requirements eg. notifiable diseases, exclusions etc.
• Order medical supplies and keep an inventory of equipment and first aid supplies, liaising with suppliers when necessary
• Order, store, monitor and administer medication and medical supplies in accordance with DE regulations
• Contact parents and emergency services as required
• Liaise with parents and staff regarding any problems/queries about students' medical conditions
• Provide assistance to staff with the ongoing management of health-related issues
• Administer medication to students as required and record accurately as per DE requirements
• Ensure supplies are maintained at all times, including replenishing Yard Support care bags, first aid kits and excursion/camp first aid kits ensuring material and equipment are safe for use
• Prepare and maintain first aid kits for classrooms as well as performing head lice checks if required
• Maintain necessary medical records and incident forms and where required ensure their input into the school's management system in relation to first aid
• Print and update lists of students and their medical conditions
• Report to relevant Principal Class and relevant staff, any matters of concern regarding the wellbeing of students
• Coordinate the update and distribution of medical care forms/action plans as required, following up with parents/carers to ensure they are current and completed
• Provide education in relation to common health conditions (eg. anaphylaxis/allergy/asthma)
• Maintain confidentiality at all times
• Undertake other duties as relevant to the field of responsibility as requested by the Business Manager or Principal
• Communicate with Parents/Carers to ensure that all student medical information is correct and up to date
• Ensure First Aid Room is clean, well-organised and maintained in accordance to OH&S standards
• Implement emergency management procedures when necessary
• Contribute to development of school policies where applicable.

Who May Apply

Individuals with the aptitude, experience and/or qualifications to fulfill the specific requirements of the position.

Diversity and Inclusion

The department is committed to diversity and inclusion and developing a workforce that is representative of the community we service. We value diversity and inclusion in all forms - culture, gender, religion, ethnicity, LGBTIQA+, disability and neurodiversity. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply for roles within the Department. The Department recognises that the provision of safe, respectful and inclusive workplaces is essential to high performance and promotes flexible work and diversity across all schools and Department workplaces. It is our policy to provide reasonable adjustments for staff with disability (see Workplace adjustment guidelines).

Additional support and advice on the recruitment process is available to Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander candidates from the Koorie Outcomes Division (KOD) via marrung@education.vic.gov.au

Applicants seeking part-time employment are encouraged to apply for any teaching service position and, if they are the successful candidate, request a reduced time fraction. Such requests will be negotiated on a case-by-case basis and will be subject to the operational requirements of the school.

Child Safe Standards

Victorian government schools are child safe environments. Our schools actively promote the safety and wellbeing of all students, and all school staff are committed to protecting students from abuse or harm in the school environment, in accordance with their legal obligations including child safe standards. All schools have a Child Safety Code of Conduct consistent with the department's exemplar available at:

 https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/child-safe-standards/policy

DE Values

The department's employees commit to upholding the department's Values: Responsiveness, Integrity, Impartiality, Accountability, Respect, Leadership and Human Rights. The department's Values complement each school's own values and underpin the behaviours the community expects of Victorian public sector employees, including those who work in Victorian Government Schools. Information on the department values is available at:

 https://www2.education.vic.gov.au/pal/values-department-vps-school-employees/overview

Conditions of Employment

• All staff employed by the Department and schools have access to a broad range of employment conditions and working arrangements.
• Appointment of successful applicants will be made subject to a satisfactory pre-employment conditions check.
• A probationary period may apply during the first year of employment and induction and support programs provided.
• Detailed information on all terms and conditions of employment is available on the Department's Human Resources website at http://www.education.vic.gov.au/hrweb/Pages/default.aspx

Location Profile

Established in 1937, Coburg North Primary School is located in the City of Merri-Bek, just 9 kilometres north of Melbourne's CBD. Our vision is to foster a welcoming community of engaged, motivated and curious learners who take pride in building the skills and knowledge needed for lifelong success.

Our purpose is to provide an inclusive, caring and rigorous learning environment that engages, motivates and challenges students to grow academically, socially, emotionally, physically and creatively. All students participate in specialist programs including Music, Art, Italian, Physical Education and STEAM.

Our values: Respect, Responsibility and Resilience form the foundation of our decisions and actions. They shape how we work together, guide behaviour expectations, and keep us focused on what matters most: every student's learning, wellbeing and growth.

Coburg North has a current enrolment of 486 students. Our teachers work collaboratively in teams to plan, deliver and assess high-quality learning and social opportunities. Coburg North has a strong sense of community that is nurtured through active parent involvement and a wide range of school events.