School Nurse

Warm greetings from J. N. Petit Technical High School.

Our School is seeking for an experience and professional School Nurse

Position Overview

The School Nurse is responsible for coordinating healthcare services within the school, maintaining student health records, arranging annual medical check‑ups through recognized institutes, and conducting monthly basic health checks for food handlers to safeguard hygiene and food safety. The nurse provides first aid for minor injuries, ensures compliance with parental instructions regarding medication, and escorts children or staff to hospitals when immediate medical attention is required. This role emphasizes coordination, safety, and welfare, ensuring a healthy and secure school environment.

Key Responsibilities

Healthcare Coordination

Arrange annual health check‑ups by external medical institutes on school premises.

Maintain student health records, immunization data, and medical history files.

Ensure availability of first aid supplies and basic care for minor injuries.

Facilitate communication between parents/guardians and medical professionals.

Administer medicines only upon written instruction from parents/guardians.

Liaise with hospitals/doctors in case of emergencies and inform parents immediately.

Arrange first aid facilities during school events and ensure readiness of medical support.

Monitor and replenish first aid kits across the school premises.

Food Handler Health & Hygiene

Conduct monthly basic health check‑ups for all food handlers in the school kitchen (e.g., skin, nails, hygiene, visible infections).

Maintain records of these checks and escalate concerns to management.

Ensure compliance with food safety and hygiene standards.

Coordinate with external medical institutes if further examination is required.

Boarding Care & Supervision

Monitor hygiene, nutrition, and general well‑being of boarding children.

Provide emotional support for homesickness, stress, or peer concerns.

Act as a bridge between boarding staff, school management, and parents.

Administrative & Compliance

Maintain health registers, incident reports, and boarding welfare records.

Coordinate logistics for medical check‑up camps and awareness programmes.

Ensure compliance with statutory health and safety requirements.

Support staff training in basic first aid and child safety protocols.

Maintain inventory of health equipment and medicines, ensuring timely procurement and availability.

Skills & Competencies

Registered Nurse qualification (GNM/B.Sc Nursing) with valid license.

Strong organizational and coordination skills.

Empathy, patience, and ability to support adolescents in a boarding setting.

Clear communication with parents, guardians, and medical professionals.

Knowledge of food safety and hygiene standards.

Job Type

Full-time

Work Location

In person