Head Start Nurse

Position SummaryWork in conjunction with site staff and program Health Coordinator and Assistant Health Coordinator toward the goal of optimum health for young children enrolled at assigned classroom site. Help link their families into an ongoing health/mental health care source and encourage them to assume responsibility for their own care.QUALIFICATIONS:LPN or RN currently licensed in New York State. Two years of related experience, preferably working with young children. Knowledge of child and family health, including prevention concepts, and experience with or an interest in learning skills such as hearing and vision testing.Job ResponsibilitiesObserve daily health status of assigned children, following up on problems noted with staff, parents and other professionals. Utilize Health Coordinator and Assistant Health Coordinator for technical assistance.Perform required health screenings and maintain current physical and dental examination reports. Assist families in obtaining any identified medical care needed.Serve as an advocate for child health.Assist teachers in the preparation of children for various health procedures.Responsible for maintaining current health records for designated site.Teach positive health practices to staff, children and parents.Promote environmental health and safety at designated site.Perform home visits and family recruitment duties as needed.Report incidents or concerns of child abuse and neglect.EOE/AA/M/F/D/V