Academy for Young Minds (AYM) is seeking an experienced Nurse to join our team and work in our brand new, state-of- the-art private school in Long Island City, NY. Classroom ratios are 8:1:2. This is a full-time, 12-month position.

Overview

School Nurse will effectively provide health services for students and act as an advocate, liaison and consultant on health-related issues for staff, students and families.

** Desired Qualifications and Skills**

• NYS RN licensure required
• At least two years of nursing experience
• Understanding of the needs of students with Autism Spectrum Disorders (ASD) and/or other developmental disabilities and their families
• Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication, and interpersonal skills
• Excellent organizational and problem solving skills; good documentation skills
• Computer proficiency (e.g., data base, word processing, etc.)

** Responsibilities**

• Provide health services in a prompt, clinically proficient and professional manner, pursuant to NYC DOH/DOE policies and procedures to provide direct healthcare services to healthy students as well as those with chronic health conditions, including but not limited to asthma, ADD/ADHD, diabetes, allergies, and seizure disorders, including prescribed routine nursing procedures ( including but not limited to all types of medications, assessing vital signs, monitoring blood glucose, insulin calculation and injection with insulin pen or pump, utilizing epi-pen and nebulizer, and performing all types of catheterizations, G-tube feedings, tracheostomy care and suctioning).
• Documentation of medication administration
• Collection of medically appropriate documentation – physicals, prescriptions, allergy alert plans, etc.
• Keep nurse’s office appropriately stocked with student medication in locked refrigerator and other supplies
• Collaborate with school team and parents on health related issues
• Participate in team meetings and professional development activities
• Member of crisis intervention team
• Demonstrate professionalism while adhering to the mission, vision and philosophy of AYM.

AYM offers :

• Highly competitive compensation, commensurate with experience
• Full benefits available (medical/dental/401(k)/vision/ESOP/tuition reimbursement)
• Pay schedule – Twice a month
• Complimentary Applied Behavior Analysis informing session
• Professional development opportunities

School

Academy for Young Minds (AYM) is a state-of-the-art private school for learners on the autism spectrum from age 5 to 12, and it was founded by its parent company, TheraCare. TheraCare has been dedicated to setting the standards for excellence for developmental and educational programs since 1991.

At AYM, we believe that all learners can achieve their maximum potential and successful integration into society. We provide personalized, rigorous curriculum using the science and principles of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) while incorporating all aspects of human development; intellectual, social, physical, aesthetic, and moral. We value helping students to develop a strong sense of themselves as individuals and as members of a community. Our educational programs promote increasing curiosity about the world and interest in others as we value it equally important, if not more, as academic success. At AYM, we hold high expectations for all our students by holding ourselves accountable. Our goal is to ensure that all students acquire the knowledge, skills, and core values necessary to be successful! Please check out our websites at: www.AYMSchools.com and www.TheraCare.com

AYM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.