SCHOOL NURSE

BASIC FUNCTION:

Administer first aid according to established procedures; conduct a variety of health screenings; prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

• Administer first aid or nursing care for accidents, seizures, preventive medicine and other educational-related medical problems; provide CPR and first aid to school employees as needed.

• Conduct height, weight, vision, hearing, scoliosis and other health screenings as required; provide screening for head lice and observe students on a regular basis to detect health needs.

• Refer students to appropriate personnel, resources or clinics and follow-up as necessary.

• Maintain health records and medical logs; update immunization and student records as needed; prepare and submit periodical medical reports for appropriate organizations or District personnel and assure compliance with established laws and regulations.

• Dispense and retain medication and perform medical treatment in accordance with physician's instructions within District guielines.

• Communicate with various community health agencies and civic organization to exchange information, coordinate activities and obtain student needs such as medication, glasses, hearing aids and clothing as needed.

• Conduct training for students, parents and school staff as required.

• Provide information and make recommendations to principals, substitutes, teachers and parents regarding health issues of students and school health program needs, develop programs to meet school health needs.

• Make home visits as required; authorize re-admission to school.

• Maintain stock of first aid supplies; assure medical equipment is in proper working condition; order supplies and equipment as needed.

• Participate in screening for health defects and sanitary conditions in schools.

• Maintain current knowledge of medical advances and information, public health issues and treatment procedures.

• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• First aid, CPR and nursing practices and procedures.

• Various health-screening practices, procedures and techniques.

• Oral and written communication skills.

• Record-keeping techniques.

• Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities.

• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

• Health and safety regulations.

• Contagious diseases.

ABILITY TO:

• Administer first aid according to established procedures.

• Conduct variety of health screenings.

• Prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.

• Make referrals and perform follow-up.

• Maintain medical equipment in proper working condition.

• Understand and follow written prescriptions.

• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

• Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.

• Complete work with many interruptions.

• Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.

• Observe health and safety regulations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• Registered Nurse (RN) with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN) and 3 years’ nursing experience.

• RNs or LPNs with or without an Associate’s Degrees must demonstrate enrollment in a BSN program by the conclusion of the 2023-2024 school year and must complete BSN program prior to the conclusion of the 2027-2028 school year.

TIMELINE:

Applications are being accepted until the position is filled. However, to ensure your full consideration of your candidacy, please see that your application is complete and sbmitted by 10:00 a.m. Friday, July 5, 2024.