Health Services Coordinator/Nurse

The Child and Family Development Resource Center (CFDRC) at Eastern Connecticut State University, a state-of-the-art childcare and research facility, is seeking a part-time (University Assistant) health services coordinator/nurse. The health services coordinator/nurse will:

• Provide basic healthcare to students in case of injury or acute illness

• Develop health plans for students with chronic illnesses and disabilities

• Educate students and staff on healthy habits, such as proper nutrition and hygiene

• Keep track of students' vaccination records and annual physicals

• Update students' medical history

• Ensure school environment is safe for children and school staff (e.g. prevention of communicable diseases)

• Ensure compliance with national and local health laws and licensing standards of the Office of Early Childhood

• Support the CFDRC with resources to families and teachers on child development and safety, nutrition, and health issues.

• Provide guidance in development of health and medication policies, provide staff training in medication administration

The successful candidate will possess a Bachelor's degree in nursing and hold a current valid Connecticut state nursing registration. Expereince as a school nurse or within a pediatrician's office as well as a working knowledge of Department of Public Health and Office of Early Childhood childcare liscensing guidelines is strongly preferred. To apply submit resume, cover letter, and three current letters of reference to: The Child and Family Development Resource Center, 83 Windham Street, Willimantic CT 06226 or rezain@easternct.edu.