K-8 School Nurse
New York, NY
The Browning School is a K-12 boys school located on 62nd Street in midtown Manhattan, New York. Founded by scholar and teacher John A. Browning, The Browning School has been a leader in fostering the intellectual and personal growth of boys and young men since 1888. Serving roughly 450 students in kindergarten through grade 12, Browning strives to combine the best of a traditional prep school environment and curriculum with imaginative teaching and a strong value system – all in a single-sex setting.
MISSION STATEMENT AND VALUES
The Browning School fosters growth of courageous and compassionate men of intellect and integrity who aspire to contribute meaningfully to our world.
The Browning gentleman develops amid a community that upholds these values…
HONESTY
We speak the truth, act with integrity, and take responsibility for our actions.
DIGNITY
We honor and celebrate the dignity of all people and support the power of a diverse, inclusive, and welcoming community.
CURIOSITY
We encourage and celebrate open-minded inquiry about our world and the perspectives of those around us.
PURPOSE
We believe that education encourages exploration and discovery in pursuit of meaning and enduring fulfillment.
DIVERSITY STATEMENT
The Browning School strives to create a diverse community in which all members are safe, respected and valued. We believe that in actively promoting a diverse learning environment, we are fostering intellectual, social, and emotional growth for all. Recognizing and pursuing diversity, however, are not enough; we seek to transcend mere tolerance of differences and aspire to a celebration of the varied appearances, abilities, perspectives, and values that characterize our community.
BROWNING PHILOSOPHY OF LEARNING
Boys come to Browning to be known, challenged, and inspired. When a boy’s capacities and aspirations are known and understood by his teachers, that boy can be guided, year after year, to take increasing ownership of his learning. He will develop the disposition not only to respond to others’ questions, but also the ability to craft questions of his own, questions that will drive his class’s process of inquiry. Through this activity, the boys are likewise challenged to ask similar searching questions of themselves. It is through this questioning that they come to understand their identities as intellectual and moral agents, and recognize the opportunities they have to develop and refine their senses of self and character. In reflecting upon the bigger, essential questions that arise from their self-examination and academic work alike, Browning boys are inspired to seek a deeper level of understanding and to build a sense of purpose that will engage their passions and skills in the service of the world beyond themselves.
POSITION DESCRIPTION
Browning is looking for a full-time K-8 School Nurse for the 2025-2026 academic year. The position is expected to begin orientation on or around August 20, 2025. The expected annual salary range for this position is $125,000-$135,000, commensurate with experience. Applicants must be eligible to work in the United States.
Key Responsibilities
The School Nurse is responsible for building strong relationships with students and faculty by shepherding the health and well-being of the Browning school community of approximately 300 K-8 students and 70 faculty/staff members at our East 62nd Street campus. The School Nurse is part of the Wellness and Student Support Teams which include our nurses, mental health counselors, consulting psychologist, and learning specialists. A successful School Nurse will have a passion for working with children and building community, as well as expertise in school and/or community health. Among other things, they are tasked with:
- Partnering with the Upper School Nurse to ensure the health and safety of the Browning community by providing assessment and implementing services in accordance with the New York State Nurse Practice Acts
- Attending to sickness, injuries, and administration of medications as needed, both prescription and a limited number of over-the-counter medications when approved by both MD and parent. As the medical professional on campus, the K-8 Nurse is requested to remain on campus for lunch and other breaks in case of a medical emergency.
- Communicating collaboratively with families and appropriate outside medical professionals regarding student health matters and appropriate medical care, as well as notification of medical issues within the community when necessary
- Creating strong relationships with students built on Browning’s core values of honesty, dignity, curiosity, and purpose
- Supporting the maintenance and monitoring of student and faculty electronic health and immunization records using the Magnus Health system and ensuring compliance with relevant legal and school health requirements
- Maintaining the health office with necessary medical supplies including monitoring inventory and notifying parents regarding expiration of medication on hand, epi pens, and inhalers
- Collaborating as a professional, collegial, and inspirational member of the Health & Wellness department and as a member of the School Crisis Team
- Attending and participating in Student Support Team meetings
- Collaborating with learning specialists and faculty on student 504 plans
- Maintaining active participation in the Independent School Nurses Association as well as monitoring current medical information to maintain best practices, including collaboration with nurses at peer schools and with the New York City Department of Health
- Preparing student, teachers, and families for off-campus and overnight trips
- Serving as the school nurse during Browning’s Summer Encore and Chess programs for 3 weeks in mid-late June
- Heartily contributing to the school community
Key Competencies
In general, successful members of the Browning faculty are:
- Champions of boys -- They believe in and love the expansive potential in boys.
- Relationship-oriented -- They actively build meaningful relationships with students and families.
- Purpose-driven -- They are inquiry-minded, curious and resourceful in finding solutions and growth opportunities.
- Justice-seeking -- They seek to address students and their needs with an equity-oriented and antiracist lens and engage in the deep work of equity in the classroom and school community.
- Can-do collaborators -- They seek collaboration and listen deeply to others, and they believe that a can-do attitude allows a team to accomplish more.
A dynamic, team-oriented, and warm K-8 School Nurse is sought to join our highly collaborative K-12 school community, which has an emphasis on building relationships and ensuring the physical and mental health of all. Candidates must be a professional Registered Nurse with a current New York State license, as well as hold a current certification in CPR/AED and first aid. Knowledge of the Magnus Health system is desirable but not required. Experience in a school setting and/or working with children is highly preferred. This position requires strong interpersonal and communication skills, as well as sound judgment and professional decision-making skills.
Those interested in the position should send their resume and a cover letter to Eric Ogden, Head of Lower School, using this link.