School Year:
2024 - 2025

Working Calendar Days:
207 Days

Benefited Status:
Benefited Position - Tier 1

JOB DESCRIPTION
Yuma Elementary School District One
Registered Nurse
Purpose Statement
The job of Registered Nurse is done for the purpose/s of supervising a cluster of schools and assigned health assistants; assessing the health needs of students; developing emergency care plans and individual health plans, incorporating input from parent and/or physician; complying with the laws relating to student health, including parental and guardian consent; providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students; providing health information and serving as a resource to teachers, staff, and administrators; and identifying health problems for referral for proper treatment.

This job reports to the Health Services Director.

Essential Functions

• Supervises assigned school cluster and appropriate health assistant personnel. Assists and works with school administration regarding the evaluation of assigned personnel. Works with other registered nurses to provide leadership and maintain the operations of the health services department. Conducts site visits for the purpose of providing consultation to school nurses and school administrators regarding complex health situations.
• Conducts in-service education and new employee orientation through staff meetings and individual conferences for the purpose of maintaining skills and teaching new procedures.
• Works with appropriate principal and district leadership to respond to issues involving staff, conflicts in policies and regulations, community concerns, parental requests that may result in some negative impact and/or liability if not appropriately addressed for the purpose of identifying the relevant issues and recommending or implementing a plan of action that will efficiently resolve the issue.
• Administers mandated screenings (e.g. vision, dental, hearing and/or back/scoliosis screenings, etc.) for the purpose of referring medical conditions and/or providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children.
• Administers first aid, medication and specialized medical treatments (e.g. oral suctioning, catheterization, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children.
• Assesses situations involving students' safety, abuse (physical, sexual, drug, etc.) and other health related issues for the purpose of identifying problems, referring for proper treatment and complying with legal requirements.
• Collaborates with parents, students, health care providers, Multi-disciplinary Evaluation and IEP team members, and/or public agencies for the purpose of promoting and/or securing student health services; providing information and complying with legal requirements.
• Conducts age appropriate programs and/or activities in conjunction with classroom curriculum (e.g. health education, nutritional workshops, etc.) for the purpose of supporting established lesson plans.
• Conducts site assessments (e.g. health issues, student health records, emergency preparedness, etc.) for the purpose of identifying issues and/or providing recommendations for improving safety and accessibility.
• Develops individual student care plans (e.g. IEPs, IHPs, Least Restrictive Environment, etc.) for the purpose of addressing students' health needs; providing direction to site personnel and/or and implementing directions provided by parents and/or physicians.
• Implements health care plans for students with health problems (e.g. IEPs, IHPs, Least Restrictive Environment, medications, prioritized interventions, etc.) for the purpose of meeting the needs of students with chronic health problems and/or accommodation requirements.
• Maintains student's confidential files and records (e.g. health care plans, agency referrals, accident reports, etc.) for the purpose of providing information required by legal requirements and professional standards.
• Maintains contact with parents/guardians for the purpose of advising them of changes in student health and/or recommending further medical and/or emotional intervention.
• Monitors students referred for illness and/or injury for the purpose of attending to their immediate health care concerns and initiating follow-up care.
• Monitors students with chronic illnesses for the purpose of assisting the child in achieving the highest possible functional level.
• Participates in a variety of meetings, workshops and seminars, and interdisciplinary teams for the purpose of gathering, conveying and/or sharing information on students health needs, service delivery, and educational programs; and/or improving skills and knowledge.
• Provides training on a variety of health related subjects (e.g. CPR, disaster preparedness, child abuse, health education, medication management, policies and procedures, substance abuse, growth and development, food allergies, STDs, hygiene, etc.) for the purpose of promoting a healthy lifestyle and/or acting as a resource to students, teachers, and other school personnel.
• Provides home visits and/or transportation to students and families for the purpose of facilitating follow-up medical care and/or promoting access to health care providers.
• Refers students requiring additional medical attention for the purpose of providing required follow-up treatment and services.
• Reports health and safety issues to assigned administrator and appropriate agencies (e.g. fights, suspected child or substance abuse, contagious diseases, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students personal safety, a positive learning environment and complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.
• Researches a variety of topics relating to health and medical care (e.g. wellness, nutrition, treatment protocols, childhood diseases, etc.) for the purpose of providing information to staff, students, parents, and the public.
• Responds to emergency medical situations (e.g. severe falls, prescription reactions, bleeding, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring appropriate immediate medical attention and related follow-up action.
• Transports supplies and equipment to school sites for the purpose of ensuring the availability of items as needed.

Other Functions

• Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications
Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; administering first aid; handling hazardous materials/waste; operating equipment used in clinical setting; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; preparing and maintaining accurate records; facilitating meetings; and promoting activities and/or events.
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform algebra and/or geometry; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: health standards and hazards; safety practices and procedures; stages of child development; pediatric and family nursing practices; community health concepts; pertinent policies, codes, regulations and/or laws; cultural differences of student population; current and emerging technology; knowledge of community resources; recordkeeping and record retention practices; and Baccalaureate degree in nursing preferred.
ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is significant. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; dealing with distraught, angry or hostile individuals; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; working with detailed information/data; organizing tasks; and setting priorities.
Responsibility
Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; directing other persons within a small work unit; tracking budget expenditures. utilization of some resources from other work units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the organization’s services.
Working Environment
The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, some stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 34% sitting, 33% walking, and 33% standing. The job is performed under minimal temperature variations and under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.
Job related experience with increasing levels of responsibility is required. School-based Nursing experience preferred.
Community college and/or vocational school degree with study in job-related area.
State Boards

CPR/First Aid Certificate
Current Arizona Nursing License
Valid Driver’s License & Evidence of Insurability

Continuing Education Requirements
CPR Certificate Renewal
First Aid Certificate Renewal
Maintains Certificates and/or Licenses

Criminal Justice Fingerprint/Background Clearance
Hepatitis B Clearance
Tuberculosis Clearance

Exempt

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: $58,500.00 - $70,200.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Physical setting:

• School

Standard shift:

• Day shift

Weekly schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Nursing: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• RN (Required)

Work Location: In person