School Nurse at Wakefield International School

Wakefield International School - We are Wakefield, a modern, vibrant, and forward-thinking learning community, committed to the pursuit of excellence in education. We provide pupils an enabling and nurturing environment where they can maximize the opportunities they need to flourish in life.  

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: School Nurse

Location: Amuwo Odofin, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary

• We are seeking a compassionate and qualified School Nurse to join our team.
• The successful candidate will be responsible for promoting the health and well-being of students and staff, providing basic medical care, and managing health records.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide direct nursing care to students and staff, including first aid, emergency care, and management of chronic conditions.
• Conduct health screenings and assessments to identify health issues and provide appropriate interventions.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed by healthcare providers.
• Maintain accurate and confidential health records for all students.
• Develop and implement individualized health care plans for students with special health needs.
• Monitor and control the spread of communicable diseases within the school.
• Educate students, staff, and parents on health and wellness topics, including nutrition, hygiene, and disease prevention.
• Collaborate with teachers, administrators, and external healthcare providers to support student health and well-being.
• Participate in the development and implementation of school health policies and procedures.

Qualifications and Experience

• Registered Nurse (RN) license in Nigeria.
• Diploma Degree in Nursing or related field preferred.
• Experience in Paediatric or School Nursing is preferred.
• Current CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Strong clinical and assessment skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information with discretion.
• Strong organizational and time Management skills.
• Proficiency in using health-related Software and Technology.

Personal Attributes:

• Compassionate and caring, with a genuine interest in the health and well-being of children and adolescents.
• Patient, empathetic, and supportive in interactions with students and staff.
• Reliable and responsible, with a strong commitment to maintaining a safe and healthy school environment.
• Collaborative and a team player.
• Adaptable and flexible to meet the needs of the school community.

Application Closing Date
30th August, 2024.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should send their Resume, Cover Letter, and references to: career@wakefieldinternational.org using the job title as the subject of the mail.