Full job descriptionBrighton College is seeking to appoint Nurses to join our Health Centre team on a permanent basis.
Main Purpose of the Role: The Brighton College Nursing Team is seeking a NMC registered Nurse to join our supportive team at the School Health Centre. The Nursing Team are part of the wider Health and Wellbeing Team across the College, Prep and Pre-Prep Schools supporting the physical, psychological and emotional needs of our pupils from 3 to 18 years of age. The post holder will work within the Brighton College Nursing Team and provide outstanding person centred and holistic care to the members of the Brighton College community, which includes pupils and staff in line with the College and Prep School’s policies and procedures.
General Duties and Responsibilities
Clinical Care
*Provide direct nursing care to pupils, young people and their families to meet the health and wellbeing needs of pupils alongside members of staff when required.
*Assess, treat and monitor illnesses, injuries and medical conditions of boarding pupils.
*Safely administer prescribed and non-prescription medications and treatments in accordance with school policies and the Nursing and Midwifery Code of Conduct.
*Maintain thorough and accurate records for all pupil consultations, ensuring assessment and actions taken are documented appropriately on the school documentation platforms.
*Manage chronic medical conditions, including developing Individualised Health Care Plans (IHCP) in partnership with the pupil, parents or guardians.
*Co-ordinate medical appointments, referrals and follow up care where required.
*Promote infection prevention and public health awareness when caring for pupils.
Boarding and Pastoral Support
*Support the health and wellbeing of boarding pupils, including evening and overnight responsibilities as required.
*Work closely with boarding house staff to ensure they are aware of the care planned for pupils in their care.
*Provide emotional support and health education to pupils as needed.
*Promote healthy lifestyles, resilience and wellbeing initiatives within the school community.
*Liaise closely with the pastoral wellbeing and safeguarding team to ensure pupils’ emotional and psychological wellbeing is at the forefront of practice.
Health Administration
*Ensure compliance with healthcare regulations, inspection standards and school policies.
*Prepare health reports, compliance documents and documentation as required.
*Liaise with parents’ healthcare providers, pharmacies and local medical services.
*Identify risks involved in day to day work and report them to the relevant team.
Nurse Person Specifications
We are seeking an energetic and dynamic nurse who is motivated, diligent, kind, caring and trustworthy and someone who will have the child and young person at the centre of the care they provide. The post requires organisation, attention to detail and initiative to ensure that we are providing effective, quality care to our pupils.
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