Job Description:
Farmington Public Schools has an opening at East Farms Elementary School for a full time, school year School Nurse.  The preferred candidate will have the following qualifications:

• Registered Nurse (mandatory)
• Connecticut Nursing License (mandatory)
• BS in Nursing or related field preferred
• Two years (2) of pediatric, public health or med/surg experience

We are looking for a proactive health leader who will develop strong relationships between parents, the administrative, teaching, health education and physical education staff to actively improve the quality of student health in the Farmington Schools. Computer data base skills are a definite asset in moving toward a proactive total health program for children through the collection, analysis and utilization of health and educational information.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:  The school nurse implements Board of Education policy and regulations related to health.  This position is responsible for instructing and assisting students in maintaining good physical, mental, and social health.  The school nurse acts as liaison between students, parents, administrators, faculty, and staff members regarding matters of health and/or health education.  There is a cooperative working relationship and ethical attitude toward fellow nurses, teachers and staff. 
 
WORK SCHEDULE:  One hundred eighty (180)  school days and four (4) preparatory days prior to the official opening day of school. Seven(7) hours per day.

SALARY:  $50,205.04 - $61,488.24 depending upon experience plus $1,500 additional stipend for Bachelor's degree.   Please submit a resume and two reference letters in addition to your online application.
APPLY ONLINE AT WWW.FPSCT.ORG