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The Healthcare Officer will provide high-quality health care both mentally and physically to students, ensuring their safety and well-being during school hours. They will work collaboratively with school staff, parents, and healthcare providers to promote a healthy school environment and meet health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

•    Assess, treat, and manage students' health needs, including first aid, medication administration, and emergency care.

•    Develop and implement health care plans for students with chronic illnesses, such as diabetes, asthma, or seizures.

•    Maintain accurate health records, including immunization records, health assessments, and medical history, and ensure compliance with regulations.

•    Collaborate with school staff, parents, and healthcare providers to promote a healthy school environment.

•    Develop and implement health education programs for students, staff, and parents, for example educating students and staff on healthy habits such as proper nutrition and hygiene. and implement health education programs for students, staff, and parents, for example, educating students and staff on healthy habits such as proper nutrition and hygiene.

•    Detect health problems in early stages through regular screenings

•    Participate in school safety and emergency preparedness plans and drills.

•    Ensure compliance with national and local health laws

Qualifications & Requirement

•    Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited program.

•    Minimum of two years of experience in school nursing or pediatric nursing.

•    Strong assessment, communication, and organizational skills.

•    CPR and First Aid certification.

•    Excellent judgment and decision-making skills.