School Nurse

About Dalton School Hong Kong

Dalton School Hong Kong (DSHK) is a child-centered, dual-language primary school that fosters a nurturing, inclusive, and inquiry-based learning environment. Guided by the renowned Dalton Plan philosophy—“We Lead, Not Led”—our mission is to support the holistic development of every student, ensuring their wellbeing, safety, and physical health in a warm, caring Dalton community.

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate, proactive, and highly qualified School Nurse to oversee the daily health and medical care of student under the Dalton group. The School Nurse plays a vital role in creating a safe, healthy, and supportive school environment by delivering primary medical care, managing health records, coordinating health policies, and providing health education within the school community.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Student Health & Medical Care

• Provide immediate first aid, emergency medical care, and triage for students and staff in cases of illness, injury, or emergency
• Monitor and support students with chronic health conditions (e.g., asthma, severe allergies, diabetes).
• Maintain clean, well-equipped, and organized medical room facilities and rest areas.
• Support school trips, sports events, and special activities by providing health risk assessments and medical coverage as required.

2. Health Records & Compliance

• Maintain accurate, confidential, and up-to-date health, allergy, and vaccination records for all students in compliance with privacy guidelines.
• Track communicable disease outbreaks (e.g., seasonal flu, HFMD) and coordinate reporting/prevention measures with the Hong Kong Department of Health (DH) and Centre for Health Protection (CHP).
• Assist with organizing annual health screenings and immunization programs

3. Health Promotion & Safeguarding

• Work closely with the General Office and Senior Leadership Team and teachers to support student welfare.
• Conduct regular health and safety audits of first aid kits across the campus.
• Deliver health and hygiene awareness sessions (e.g., hand hygiene, infection control, nutrition) for staff and students.
• Provide clear, reassuring, and timely communication to parents regarding student illness, injuries, medical incidents, treatment provided at school, and recommended follow-up actions, ensuring all communications are appropriately documented.

4. Medical Supplies & Inventory Management

• Monitor, maintain, and replenish medical supplies, first aid kits, medications, and emergency equipment across the campus.
• Manage inventory records and ensure adequate stock levels of medical and health-related supplies.
• Conduct regular checks to ensure all medical equipment and supplies are in good working order, within expiry dates, and compliant with school requirements.
• Coordinate procurement requests and liaise with suppliers and the General Office for the purchase of medical supplies and equipment.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Professional License: Registered Nurse (RN) with a valid practicing certificate issued by the Nursing Council of Hong Kong.
• Experience: Minimum 3–5 years of clinical nursing experience; prior experience in a school environment, pediatric unit, or international school setting is strongly preferred.
• Certifications: Current certification in First Aid, CPR, and AED instruction. Trained to use of epi-pen.
• Language Skills: Excellent command of English and Mandarin (spoken and written)
• Interpersonal Skills: Outstanding communication, empathy, and interpersonal skills with the ability to build trust with children, parents, and faculty.
• Technical Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office suite and school management database software.