Goals
As a nurse, you will be part of a dedicated team responsible for ensuring the safety and well-being of both students and staff members.
Qualifications
- Professional training and certification, including a valid nursing license in Switzerland
- Current BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification or its equivalent
- Computer proficiency, with excellent organizational and task-oriented skills
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal abilities
- Driving License required
- Fluent in written and spoken English; proficiency in French is preferred
Reports to
Lead Nurse
Expectations and Responsibilities
- Provide primary health care for students, including the assessment and treatment of minor injuries and illnesses.
- Demonstrate the ability to triage illnesses and injuries, recognizing signs that may indicate more serious problems.
- Interface as needed with local healthcare professionals and pharmacies to provide health care support to students, recognizing the limits of nursing practice and referring students to the appropriate level of care.
- Offer preventative health care and related education.
- Perform functions related to ‘nurse on call’ responsibilities.
- Administer appropriate over-the-counter medications to students as needed.
- Manage and dispense prescription medication to students, including those on daily controlled medications.
- Assist the school doctor with weekly clinics on campus.
- Coordinate the arrangement of off-campus health-related appointments, serving as a liaison for off-campus treatments and communication with parents.
- Drive students to local appointments in Leysin when necessary.
- Collaborate with other nurses to ensure prompt and thorough responses to all communications received by the health center email group.
- Prepare, distribute, and restock first aid supplies for dorms, trips, and excursions.
- Maintain professional conduct regarding health records, confidentiality, and communications.
- Communicate effectively with parents, students, and staff.
- Perform other duties as outlined by the Lead Nurse.
Apply online using the form below. Only applications matching the job profile will be considered.