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School Nurse

APPLICATIONS CLOSING Wednesday 29 January 2025
Part time

An exciting opportunity to support the HVGS school community as a part-time School Nurse.

About Us

Nestled in the picturesque Hunter Valley on 32 acres of green space, Hunter Valley Grammar School (HVGS) is an independent, non-selective, secular, coeducational day school for students from Preschool to Year 12. Our innovative curriculum and co-curriculum activities foster curiosity, critical thinking, and entrepreneurialism, preparing students for the challenges of tomorrow’s workplaces.

About the Role

The primary focus of the School nurse is to support the School Community through the provision of medical support for our students including first aid treatment, first aid support at events and accurate and timely recording and documentation of first aid treatment. The School nurse supports the prevention of medical incidents at the School through supporting the development and implementation of medical plans for our students when needed.

This role also involves management of School first aid supplies, organisation and liaison with key Health bodies for the staff and student vaccination program and support to the School with medical guidance in critical incidents.

The School Nurse is an important part of the School community and is required to regularly participate in meetings and consultation around medical needs across the School.

Work Pattern – This is a part-time position. The hours are 8:00am to 4:00pm, Monday to Friday, during HVGS School term time. These hours may vary for particular events such as excursions and at times may involve overnight stays.

Key Duties

  • Ensure that health information regarding every student is current, comprehensive and clearly communicated to relevant members of the school community. This includes action plans for students with specific medical conditions such as anaphylaxis, allergies, epilepsy and diabetes.
  • Work with the school administration team during the process of enrolment, to ensure that health information held for each student is recorded and distributed appropriately.
  • Provide effective initial treatment in the event of minor medical conditions to emergency medical situations. This includes but is not limited to; management of cuts, abrasions, contusions, soft tissue injury, fractures, basic wound care, minor bleeding to emergency situations including trauma, severe bleeding and asthma attacks.
  • Effectively communicate and liaise with school staff, parents, students, doctors and specialists in regard to any medical conditions relating to the student.
  • Ensure that documentation related to injuries or medical treatment is recorded professionally and accurately.
  • Provide medical emergency services, as the situation demands.
  • Effective liaison with Hunter Health to coordinate and host the student immunisation program throughout the School year.
  • Coordinate and prepare student medical alert lists, maintain medical data in the School’s Student and Incident Management systems and distribute medical information to staff as required.
  • Manage the School’s first aid equipment, including stocktake and replenishment of first aid kits, epi-pens, medication and glucose supplements (poppers, jellybeans).
  • Attend excursions and/ or camps to assist students with specific medical treatment, as required.

About You

  • Registration with AHPRA.
  • Relevant experience working as a Registered Nurse.
  • Bachelor of Nursing from an Australian University.
  • Ability to engage with staff, students and other stakeholders compassionately and empathetically while maintaining confidentiality and professional boundaries.
  • A high level of integrity, diplomacy, discretion, and confidentiality.
  • Current Employee Working with Children Check.

For a full picture of the role and the selection criteria, please visit our website, where you will find the Job Description.

Benefits

At HVGS, we’re dedicated to empowering our staff to thrive in the dynamic realm of teaching and learning. We uphold this commitment by equipping our educators with cutting-edge tools and skills necessary to excel in their profession. Moreover, HVGS offers a suite of exclusive benefits to our valued staff members, including:

  • Extensive Professional Development: We offer a wide range of opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
  • Modern Infrastructure: Enjoy teaching and learning in our state-of-the-art facilities, surrounded by open green spaces.
  • Comprehensive Employee Assistance Program: Our program provides robust support for staff well-being.
  • Tuition Discounts: Permanent staff members are eligible for student fee discounts.
  • Fitness and Wellness Programs: Gain access to staff strength and conditioning sessions as well as the school gym.
  • Salary Sacrifice Options: Benefit from salary sacrificing options, including novated leasing.

Join HVGS and be part of a supportive community committed to your professional growth, well-being, and success.

How to Apply

Applicants must apply by completing the online Job Application form here: https://www.hvgs.nsw.edu.au/about/employment/

For a confidential discussion regarding the role, please contact Human Resources on 02 4934 2444.

Applications close: 4pm on Wednesday 29 January 2025

Hunter Valley Grammar School reserves the right to interview and appoint prior to the closing date.

Applications received after this date will not be considered. HVGS is an equal opportunity employer. All staff must have a current Employee Working with Children Check.

Hunter Valley Grammar School

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http://www.hvgs.nsw.edu.au/
+61 02 4934 2444
Norfolk Street Ashtonfield, New South Wales-2323 AU