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Key Responsibilities

The School Nurse reports directly to The Director of Business Services is responsible as part of the Medical Centre team for the effective direction and operation of the medical centre. In particular, the School Nurse  will:

  • Be responsible for the proper performance, attention and prioritisation of staff resources of the Medical Centre ensuring;

    • First aid treatment administered is given professionally and appropriately at all times

    • Excellent communication and co-ordination between members of the Medical Centre team

  • Manage medical supplies and equipment ensuring sufficient stock which is within shelf life and properly controlled and secured;

  • Maintain a general hospital standard environment regarding treatment and work space including cleanliness and hygiene;

  • Liaise with the contract provider regarding nursing staff duties and rotas;

  • Co-ordinate with the Administrative and Sports functions of the school regarding events for which medical cover outside the normal school day is required and arrange staffing accordingly;

  •  Liaise and communicate with parents regarding medical incidents depending on the level of seriousness;

  • Arrange for students to be taken to hospital together with accompanying medical centre staff if necessary;

  • Control medicine brought into school for students by parents;

  • Prepare medical bags for day trips and residential trips;

  • Maintain basic first aid boxes around the school;

  • Assist with the weekly provision of the doctor’s surgery during term time;

  • Provide timely and accurate information regarding accidents and medical emergencies to SMT and other staff accordingly;

  • Ensure medical emergency procedures are in place and are practiced periodically;

  • Maintain up-to-date and accurate record of students on the Critical List briefing teaching staff accordingly;

  • Developing plans for student care based on assessment, interventions, and identification of outcomes, and the evaluation of care;

  • Serving as consultants with other school professionals, such as food service personnel, teachers, coaches;

  • Providing health-related education to students and staff in both individual and group settings;

  • Monitoring immunizations, managing communicable diseases, and assessing the school environment as to prevent injury and ensure safety;

  • Overseeing infection control measures;

  • Actively participating in school safety plans that address school violence, bullying, and emergencies that may occur at school.

Professional Expectations

The School Nurse should have the following qualities

  • Hold a current nursing qualification and possess relevant experience;
  • Have excellent Thai and good English skills (both oral and written);

  • Have excellent prioritisation and delegation skills;

  • Be flexible in work and have a “can-do” attitude;

  • Have a calm and commanding nature in situations of emergency;

  • Be professional and organised in work practices;

  • Enjoy working in a school environment and with children. 

Experience required
  • any or no experience
Career level
  • Senior Level
Only Thai nationals can apply
Job function
  • Medical / Health Care
Job type
  • Full-time
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Company overview

Size:500-1000 employees
Industry:Education
Location:Bangkok
Website:www.shrewsbury.ac.th
Founded in:2003
Ranking:3/5

Shrewsbury is one of South East Asia’s outstanding international schools, with enrolment of 1700 students from Early Years to Sixth Form, exceptional examination results and particular strengths in the creative arts, design and sport. The school itself enjoys a delightful and spectacular setting, ri ... Read more

Why join us: Further Details: Full details of the school are available on our website at www.shrewsbury.ac.th. Any queries should be forwarded to [email protected]

Job location: Bang Kho Laem
Head office: 1922 Chroen Krung Road, Wat Prayakrai, Bang kholame, Bangkok
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