One to One Private Duty Nurse (RN) - PreK at Seaford High School - Temporary for the 2026-2027 School Year

One to One Private Duty Nurse - PreK at Seaford High School - TEMPORARY for the 2026-2027 School Year 

Position Purpose:

• To provide individualized nursing assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, and management of the health needs of an assigned Pre K student. The nurse supports safe attendance and participation in instruction, meals, play, rest, transportation when assigned, and school activities while implementing authorized medical orders and the student's individual care plans.
• Reports to the building principal or District designee. Coordinates clinical care with the school nurse and, when applicable, the employing agency's nursing supervisor.

Essential Functions:

• Works collaboratively with the student's parents or guardians, healthcare providers, school nurse, classroom staff, administrators, nutrition staff, and other designated personnel to ensure access and continuity of care.
• Provides dedicated one to one nursing care during the assigned schedule. Maintains the proximity and observation specified in the student's care plan and responds promptly to symptoms, glucose changes, and device alerts.
• Reviews and implements current healthcare provider orders and the Diabetes Medical Management Plan (DMMP). Collaborates with the school nurse to develop, implement, and evaluate the Individualized Healthcare Plan and emergency plans.
• Performs nursing assessments and monitors glucose at ordered times and as indicated by symptoms or device alerts. Uses the prescribed glucose meter and continuous glucose monitor, including confirmatory testing as directed by orders and device instructions.
• Calculates and administers prescribed insulin using ordered carbohydrate ratios, correction factors, and other authorized instructions. Operates prescribed insulin delivery devices within demonstrated competency; obtains clarification of unclear orders and updated authorization for treatment changes.
• Recognizes and treats hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia according to the student's medical orders. Performs ketone testing when indicated and recognizes signs of diabetic ketoacidosis or other deterioration requiring urgent care.
• Administers prescribed emergency medication, including glucagon, and activates emergency medical services according to the emergency plan. Notifies the school nurse, parent or guardian, and administration as appropriate without delaying emergency treatment.
• Coordinates meals, snacks, carbohydrate counting, and insulin timing. Monitors actual intake and follows ordered instructions for food refusal, delayed meals, illness, and activity changes.
• Supports developmentally appropriate care using reassurance, simple explanations, and consistent routines. Observes behavioral and physical signs of altered glucose levels in a child who may be unable to recognize or report symptoms.
• Supports the student's participation with peers while providing timely access to ordered treatment, food, water, rest, and bathroom use. Contributes nursing information to IEP or Section 504 teams and implements assigned accommodations, as applicable.
• Maintains accurate, timely records of assessments, glucose readings, carbohydrate intake, medication doses and times, interventions, responses, and communications. Reports significant changes and concerns to the appropriate individuals.
• Checks the availability, expiration dates, storage, and function of prescribed medications, emergency treatments, equipment, and supplies. Promptly reports replenishment and replacement needs.
• Accompanies the student on field trips and school transportation when included in the assignment and student's plan. Prepares supplies and communication arrangements for these settings, evacuations, lockdowns, and other disruptions.
• Coordinates qualified coverage for breaks, absences, and transitions with the school nurse, administration, and employing agency as applicable. Completes a direct handoff before transferring care and follows District procedures for coverage gaps. Other assignments must preserve the student's required one to one nursing coverage.
• Provides student specific guidance to designated staff in coordination with the school nurse and within professional scope. Protects confidential information under FERPA, applicable privacy laws, and District policy; complies with HIPAA where applicable.
• Follows infection prevention, medication safety, sharps disposal, incident reporting, and District emergency procedures. Completes required training and maintains competency with the student's prescribed equipment and care.
• Additional Duties
• Performs other related nursing tasks assigned by supervisors or administrators that are consistent with professional scope and do not interfere with the student's required one to one care.

Note:    This description illustrates the principal tasks and responsibilities and is not an exhaustive list of every related duty.

Equipment:

• Uses prescribed glucose meters, continuous glucose monitors, insulin pens, syringes or pumps, ketone testing equipment, glucagon delivery devices, and other authorized medical supplies. Uses standard assessment equipment, personal computers, and District approved electronic documentation and communication systems.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of pediatric diabetes, nursing assessment, medication safety, carbohydrate counting, diabetic emergencies, and early childhood development.
• Ability to perform accurate dose calculations, interpret ordered parameters, recognize clinical changes, make timely nursing judgments, and seek assistance appropriately.
• Ability to communicate clearly, document care accurately, use electronic systems, follow authorized orders, and build cooperative relationships with families and staff.
• Ability to work effectively with young children and students with disabilities, support participation, and respond calmly to emergencies.
• Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, symptoms, diagnoses, treatments, first aid, illnesses and injuries, nutrition, and related areas.
• Ability to diagnose and provide care for ill or injured student.
• Ability to convey appropriate medical information to school district staff or medical professionals to ensure a proper maintenance in the school setting.
• Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide, and perform arithmetic operations as needed for position.
• Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, the Internet, Outlook, electronic mail).
• Ability to problem solve job-related issues.
• Ability to follow oral and written orders from supervisors, administrators, physicians, and to coordinate work with principal, teachers and others.
• Ability to describe orally and in writing school health services provided, issues and concerns regarding school health.
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work.

Safety Requirements:

• Adheres to professional nursing safety standards, District procedures, and applicable state, federal, and occupational safety requirements. Uses infection prevention measures, personal protective equipment, and safe handling and disposal of blood contaminated materials and sharps.

Travel Requirements:

• Travels with the assigned student for approved school activities, field trips, and transportation when required by the assignment and student's care plan. Travel arrangements and nursing coverage are coordinated in advance.

Physical and Mental Demands, Work Hazards:

• Works in school buildings, outdoor areas, and approved activity or transportation settings. Maintains clinical observation, moves with the student, operates equipment, and responds promptly to emergencies. Uses safe practices when providing physical assistance. Exposure may include body fluids, bloodborne pathogens, sharps, medications, and communicable illnesses. Essential functions may be performed with reasonable accommodation.

Qualifications Profile:

• Holds a bachelor's degree in nursing from a regionally accredited college or university, consistent with the District's school nurse qualifications.
• Holds and maintains an active, unencumbered Delaware Registered Nurse license or valid multistate RN license with authorization to practice in Delaware.
• Holds and maintains current CPR and AED certification, including pediatric basic life support skills.
• Has completed three years of supervised clinical nursing experience consistent with District school nurse qualifications, or meets an authorized alternative or reciprocity pathway.
• Demonstrates competency in pediatric diabetes care, insulin and glucagon administration, glucose and ketone testing, carbohydrate counting, and the student's prescribed devices before assuming independent care. Pediatric, early childhood, school health, or private duty nursing experience is preferred.

License or Certificate:

• Registered Nurse authorized to practice in Delaware. Delaware educator licensure and School Nurse Standard Certification under 14 DE Admin. Code 1582, when applicable. Human Resources will confirm required credentials before posting.
   
• TEMPORARY POSITION:        YES
              Note:   All temporary positions will end on June 30th.
   
  NUMBER OF MONTHS/DAYS: 10 Month - 188 Days
  Temporary status, months and days, daily hours, full time or part time status, compensation, state share of benefits, and pension eligibility: To be established by the District for this assignment. Hours and transportation coverage reflect authorized student needs. Evaluation is by the designated supervisor with appropriate clinical input.
   
  FULL TIME OR PART TIME:    Full Time
   
  ELIGIBLE FOR "STATE SHARE" OF BENEFITS:        Yes
   
  PENSION ELIGIBLE POSITION:  Yes
   
  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 
  Teacher Certification - Delaware Code Title 14 Section 1500
   
  NOTE:  A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required for all employees of the Seaford School District. 
   
  APPLICATION PROCEDURE:  Interested and qualified candidates should complete the District's online application. Current employees should follow applicable transfer procedures. Employment is contingent upon required criminal background and child protection registry checks, tuberculosis screening documentation, credential verification, and completion of District onboarding. Direct deposit and payroll requirements apply as established by the employer.
• The Seaford School District provides equal employment opportunity and reasonable accommodation in accordance with applicable law. The District may revise or withdraw the posting. Applicable law and Delaware Department of Education credential requirements govern any conflict.
   
  NOTE:  Currently employed staff members interested and certified/licensed in this position will be given first consideration and should remit a staff transfer request on the Seaford School District website www.seafordbluejays.org no later than the application closing date referenced above. 
   
  SPECIAL CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT:  All new state employees will be required to participate in the State of Delaware's Direct Deposit system.  With direct deposit, wage and salary payments are deposited in the employee's bank account via electronic funds transfer.
  
  All final candidates for employment must have a satisfactory criminal background check before being placed on contract/payroll as per State of Delaware regulations. Candidates must access IdentoGo to make an appointment.  The cost of the criminal background check is $85 (expense borne by the prospective employee).  Final candidates must also receive a satisfactory child protection registry check. The cost of the CPR check is $14 (expense borne by the prospective employee). 
  
  Final candidates must also produce documentation of Mantoux skin test results for entrance to school system.
  
  The State of Delaware has initiated a lag pay policy which means that new employees will receive the first paycheck at the end of the second pay period of work. 
  
  The Seaford School District reserves the right to extend or shorten the application and/or interview period, to fill or not fill a position,  to modify the job requirements within one's primary area of certification, and to reject any or all applications for just cause.
  
  The State of Delaware does not discriminate against qualified persons with disabilities in its programs or services.  Persons with disabilities are encouraged to contact the Human Resource and Public Information Office, at (302) 629-4587, as soon as possible to request an auxiliary aid or service.
  
  The Seaford School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination against any employee or applicant because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ethnicity, age, marital or handicapped status in accordance with state and federal laws.  This policy shall apply to recruitment, employment, and subsequent placement, training, promotion, compensation, tenure and probation, and other terms and conditions of employment over which the district has jurisdiction.  Inquiries should be directed to:  Director of HR, 390 North Market Street Ext., Seaford, DE 19973.  Phone:  (302) 629-4587.
  
  DISCLAIMER: If there is any conflict in interpretation between this posting and information from the Delaware Department of Education, the Delaware Department of Education prevails.
   
   
  Grade Configurations:
  West Seaford Elementary School - Kindergarten through Grade 2
  Blades Elementary School - Kindergarten through Grade 2
  Central Elementary School - Grade 3 through Grade 5
  Frederick Douglass Elementary School - Grade 3 through Grade 5
  Seaford Middle School - Grade 6 through Grade 8
  Seaford High School - Grade 9 through Grade 12
   
   
   
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  EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICAITON
  Professional - Student Support
  
  POSITION TITLE
  School Nurse
  
  MANAGEMENT POSITION? (Y/N)
  N
  
  CONTRACTUAL? (Y/N)
   Y
  
  PAY SCALE
  Teacher
  
  FLSA STATUS (Exempt/Non-Exempt
  Exempt
  
  MONTHS EMPLOYED
  10 
  
  DAYS EMPLOYED
  188 (pro-rated if start date after 1st day)
  
  JOB CODE
  P95723
  
  DEPARTMENT
  952300500
  
  REVISED
  9/2025