About Mill Springs Academy:
For more than 40 years, Mill Springs Academy has been dedicated to empowering neurodivergent students to discover their strengths and thrive. Our unique approach to education combines academic learning with practical skill development through project-based learning. Our hands-on curriculum engages students in real-world challenges, fostering critical thinking, executive functioning skills, and social-emotional intelligence. At Mill Springs, our mission is clear—prepare students to be Real World Ready, equipped with the confidence, life skills, and resilience to succeed in whatever path they choose.
Position Overview:
The School Nurse plays a vital role in promoting the health and well-being of students and employees by providing skilled medical care and first aid with professionalism, expertise, and compassion. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong collaboration skills and the ability to effectively manage a dynamic Health Services Office while maintaining a composed, organized, and positive demeanor.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as campus first responder to medical emergencies and provide Emergency Responders with needed information. Provide care for students and staff in need, due to injury or illness
- Develop individual healthcare plans (IHP) for students with chronic health issues.
- Within the nurse’s scope of practice and state laws, train and delegate unlicensed school personnel in medication administration and/or the delivery of health services as ordered by a licensed healthcare provider.
- Assist faculty and staff in monitoring students with chronic health conditions.
- Coordinate care and student emergency care plans related to diabetes, asthma, seizures, and allergies, and training in the use of emergency medications.
- Administer daily, PRN, and emergency medications as needed.
- Maintain student medications as required by law and school policy.
- Obtain and maintain Authorization for Prescription Medication Forms. Report Communicable Diseases to the Georgia Department of Health as required by state law.
- Serve as a member of the school emergency crisis management team and any other positions as requested by the Head of School.
- Stay abreast of changes in state law concerning areas of responsibility.
- Review and update standing orders for OTC medications yearly Maintain a file of GA Form 3231, GA Form 2208, and any older Religious Waivers (prior to the 2015-2016 school year) in preparation for the yearly audit.
- Communicate daily air quality, pollen count, and extreme temperature alerts, when students may be at risk. Stay abreast of changes in state law concerning areas of responsibility.
- Review and update standing orders for OTC medications yearly.
Professional and Personal Attributes, Skills, Knowledge and Experience:
- Registered Nurse with a current license to practice nursing in Georgia
- Certified in AED/CPR
- Considerable knowledge of medical disorders and treatment
- Experience in school, pediatric, public, or community health nursing
- Knowledge of current trends in nursing and literature in the fields of school health
- Knowledge of medicine, medical supplies, and equipment
- Demonstrates appropriate, effective, and professional written and oral communication skills
- Demonstrates computer literacy and proficiency
- Engenders trust based on sound judgment and service orientation.
- Communicates clearly and effectively.
What we offer:
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A supportive community that values collaboration and innovation.
- Access to exceptional facilities, including fine arts, athletics, and technology resources.
How to apply:
To apply click here: https://www.millsprings.org/about-us/employment , then click on ‘Click here to open our ADP Career Center’.
