2024-2025 Nurse / Health Associate assigned to the Bethel Tate LSD

JOB TITLE:                          School Nurse
 
FLSA STATUS:                   Exempt
 
EMPLOYMENT STATUS: Full-time
                                                Certified
 
REPORTS TO:                    Building Principal(s) and Supervisor of Special Education  
 

POSITION DESCRIPTION:  Under general direction, the School Nurse provides overall leadership and coordination of the district health care services. These services include clinical assessments of students and staff and clinical nursing care services, as appropriate. The School Nurse secures and administers student medications, maintains and reviews student health care records, including immunization compliance and provides health care education to students and staff. The School Nurse assists the educational team in providing and maintaining a safe and nurturing learning environment for all students, and maintains high level of confidentiality of students, parents and staff.
 
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:  To be qualified for this position, applicants must be 18 years of age or older and possess:

• Bachelor’s degree or higher;
• Registered Nurse (RN) License by the Ohio Board of Nursing
• Ohio Department of Education Pupil Services/School Nurse License;
• State and Federal Background checks free of infractions as required by Ohio law and Board Policy;
• Ability to provide appropriate references;
• Ability to obtain and maintain certification in crisis prevention intervention and de-escalation techniques;
• Ability to maintain a high degree of confidentiality;
• Willingness and ability to work as a team member and with the public;
• Ability to exercise independent judgment;
• Computer expertise appropriate to the position;
• Effective and demonstrated problem solving, critical thinking, analytical, oral and written communication, and organizational skills;
• Valid driver's license and/or provide own transportation;
• History of strong work record, including good job attendance; and
• Documented evidence of participation in mandatory annual trainings (i.e. SafeSchools).

 
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE POSITION:
The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and is not an exhaustive list of the duties performed for this position.  An individual employed by the Clermont County Educational Service Center in this job is expected to perform the following essential functions and duties, however, this list is not exhaustive, and the employee is required to perform any other duties assigned. 
 

• Conduct health screenings and makes referrals as appropriate;
• Maintain up-to-date health records for students;
• Assume responsibility for injured or ill students;
• Act as health consultant for teachers, students, curriculum, school, health and community agencies;
• Act as liaison between school district and the medical community;
• Authorize exclusion and re-admission of students in connection with infectious and contagious diseases;
• Dispense medication or delegate according to Ohio Revised Code with appropriate training, demonstrations, supervision, and evaluation;
• Administer first aid and be available for emergency medical procedures in the K-12 building;
• Assist in disease control programs by enforcing local and state immunization laws, screening for lice and other communicable diseases;
• Assist with individual health care plans for students with special health care needs, and in-service staff as needed;
• Monitor school environment for safety;
• Act as consultant, health educator and counselor to promote disease prevention and healthy lifestyles for students, staff and parents;
• Provide leadership for school and community health issues;
• Observe ethics of the nursing profession, exhibit professional behavior and emotional stability;
• Identify nursing tasks appropriate to delegate in the individual situation, and provide procedural guidelines for orientation and training, return demonstration and documentation, schedule for supervision, and ongoing evaluation;
• Report all cases of child abuse and neglect to the proper authorities;
• Interact in a positive manner with staff, students and parents;
• Promote good public relations;
• Communicate ideas and directives clearly and effectively both orally and in writing;
• Purchase all necessary medical supplies, materials and equipment for the district;
• Coordinate all activities related to the school nursing program;
• Follow nursing procedures as covered by Ohio Revised Code 4723.28 and national standards of school nursing practice;
• Refer students/families to appropriate medical, social and mental health treatment agencies;
• Communicate with and serve as a consultant for parents, school personnel and students in

regard to the health needs of the students, and continues this communication to determine if necessary follow-up is completed;

• Communicate with principal/supervisor and teachers regarding health conditions which might require special consideration or arrangements for the student while in class;
• Cooperate with the Local Board of Health in the control and prevention of communicable diseases;
• Implement policy on exclusion and readmission of students in connection with immunization, infections and contagious diseases;
• Assist teachers in the instruction of health topics;
• Develop and write IHP (Individual Health Plans) as required as well as assist in developing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) as necessary; 

• Maintain records as required by law, school policy and administrative regulations;
• Participate in the development of programs and research;
• Complete required paperwork in a timely fashion;
• Attend in-service programs or workshops related to maintenance of position;
• Engage in crisis prevention intervention and de-escalation strategies as necessary;
• Operate office machines, technology and equipment appropriate to the position;

• Maintain high standards of ethics, honesty and integrity in all matters;
• Comply with all Board Policies and Administrative Guidelines;
• Arrive on time to work each regular work day;
• Be in attendance every regular work day, excluding long-term illnesses, medical leaves, and other unique circumstances;
• Maintain strict confidentiality regarding all district, personnel and student information as required by federal, state and local policy;

• Be able to be adaptable and flexible with changes, updates, processes, and procedures; and

• Perform other tasks, consistent with the position, as may be assigned by Superintendent and/or designee.

 
OTHER DUTIES AND FUNCTIONS:

• Serve as a role model for students in how to conduct themselves as citizens and as responsible, contributing members of society.

• Help instill in students the belief in and practice of ethical principles and democratic values.
• Respond to routine questions and requests in an appropriate manner.

 
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of: CPR, first aid, IHPs, IEPs, child development, community health initiatives, public education, board policies and procedures, building policies and procedures, staff handbook, Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators, appropriate school law, and requirements of the Ohio Board of Nursing and the Ohio Department of Education.
 
Ability to: Interpret policies, procedures and regulations; follow instructions; communicate effectively; provide consultation; collect and analyze data; plan; schedule; organize; operate office equipment and other related technologies; move/lift moderate amounts of weight up to 50 pounds, and maintain equipment.
 
Skill in: Triage, patient care, consultation, assessment; effective communication; use of computer and appropriate software applications (Microsoft Office or equivalent), printer, and other customary equipment.
 
EQUIPMENT OPERATED:
Computer and/or tablet, printer, scanner, filing cabinets, telephone, copier, fax machine, laminator, shredder, calculator, some hands tools, mobility equipment (i.e. wheelchairs, Hoyer lifts, etc.), adaptive equipment and devices, AED, hearing and vision screening machines, and other related medical equipment.
 
PHYSICAL AND COGNITIVE DEMANDS:
Occasional: Climbing and moving/lifting amounts of weight up to 50 lbs.
 
Frequent: Standing, sitting, walking, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching/squatting, bending, twisting/turning, reaching above shoulders and typing/keyboarding.
 
Continuous: Reading, writing, math, problem solving, concentration, attention to task, task completion, memory, hearing, seeing, regulating emotions, organizing/planning and following directions.
 
 
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS:
Occasional: Exposure to moving parts, fumes/airborne particles, toxic/dangerous chemicals, inclement weather driving conditions, loud noise, offensive odors, blood borne pathogens, contagious diseases and aberrant and dysfunctional behaviors which could be potentially harmful.
 
Frequent: Exposure to bodily fluids and tissue, students with challenging behavior and repetitive hand motions.
 
Employees are required to follow all district safety rules and procedures, and participate in school safety training when requested.
 
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. 
 
The employee shall remain free of any alcohol or non-prescribed controlled substance in the workplace throughout his/her employment in the Center.
EVALUATION
Staff shall be evaluated in accordance with Board Policy.