What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Nurse position at Blackstone Valley Vocational Regional School...?
DO NOT APPLY THROUGH SCHOOL SPRING. Follow the instructions below: Application: Submit a resume, cover letter, DESE certification via email to hroffice@valleytech.k12.ma.us or via mail to the Human Resource Office at Blackstone Valley Vocational Regional School District, 65 Pleasant Street, Upton, MA 01568-1499 by the end of the posting period.The School Nurse will provide the Blackstone Valley Vocational Regional School District school health services as defined by the Department of Public Health and serve as a medical resource for staff. Responsibilities and Duties: 1.Provide daily nursing/medical services to students. This includes but is not limited to dispensing of medicines, (OTC and prescription, according to state and school policy), assessment of the health needs of students, triage all incidents of illness/injury, initiate emergency medical services, crisis intervention, and referral to appropriate school counselors, SBHC, or other off-campus medical providers.
2.Identify health-related problems that impact the students learning process.3.Systematically observes, evaluates, and documents student responses to treatment plans and utilizes this information to facilitate learning.4.Encourages students assessment of their own health status.5.Track and monitor all student health and immunization records via Data management systems (SNAP software).6.Assist School Based Health Center with any school immunization program for students and coordination of annual Flu vaccination program for staff.7.Track and monitor student athlete physical records. Communicate status of each athletes physical with the Athletic Director or designee and staff prior to a students participation in school sport programs.8.Comply with all required training, student physical examination records, identification and reporting responsibilities under 105 CMR 200.00 regulations on Head Injuries and Concussions in Extracurricular Athletic Activities.9.In writing and orally, communicate clearly, understandably, and sensitively, in language appropriate to students age, level of development, gender, race, linguistic and socioeconomic background concerning individual health values, and needs.10.Listens, interacts, and collaborates with students, families, teachers, school administration, and health care providers in the community in a professional, respectful manner.11.Participation in after-school meetings for Crisis Team, Student Review Team (SRT) Wellness Committee, and School Based Health Center. 12.Collaborate with School Based Health Center Nurse Practitioner to complete mandated health screenings (SBIRT, Vision and Hearing.) 13.Demonstrates knowledge of Individual Education Plans (IEP) and Section 504 plans that complies with state and federal laws. 14.Input Medicaid information into Nursing Data management systems (SNAPS) annually and file Medicaid reports monthly as appropriate.
15.Order supplies and materials for School Nurse office, and participate in yearly budgeting for office.Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.1.A valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts.2.Certified by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education certification as School Nurse required. 3.Possess current certification in CPR and first aid.4.Possess excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.5.Possess computer literacy skills necessary to manage data.6.Demonstrates an understanding of the legal and moral responsibilities of the nursing profession.7.Demonstrates a basic understanding of student information systems.8.Demonstrate characteristics which clearly indicate an ability to relate positively to students and colleagues.9.Possess a personal history which is exemplary, supported with references.10.Strive to complete sixty (60) hours of professional development each year.11.Be physically and emotionally able to fulfill responsibilities and dutiesCompensation: 1.Based on credentials, approvals and experience, the successful candidate will be paid in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School Teachers Association and the Blackstone Valley Regional School District Committee.2.All other benefits provided by the Agreement apply.
2.Identify health-related problems that impact the students learning process.3.Systematically observes, evaluates, and documents student responses to treatment plans and utilizes this information to facilitate learning.4.Encourages students assessment of their own health status.5.Track and monitor all student health and immunization records via Data management systems (SNAP software).6.Assist School Based Health Center with any school immunization program for students and coordination of annual Flu vaccination program for staff.7.Track and monitor student athlete physical records. Communicate status of each athletes physical with the Athletic Director or designee and staff prior to a students participation in school sport programs.8.Comply with all required training, student physical examination records, identification and reporting responsibilities under 105 CMR 200.00 regulations on Head Injuries and Concussions in Extracurricular Athletic Activities.9.In writing and orally, communicate clearly, understandably, and sensitively, in language appropriate to students age, level of development, gender, race, linguistic and socioeconomic background concerning individual health values, and needs.10.Listens, interacts, and collaborates with students, families, teachers, school administration, and health care providers in the community in a professional, respectful manner.11.Participation in after-school meetings for Crisis Team, Student Review Team (SRT) Wellness Committee, and School Based Health Center. 12.Collaborate with School Based Health Center Nurse Practitioner to complete mandated health screenings (SBIRT, Vision and Hearing.) 13.Demonstrates knowledge of Individual Education Plans (IEP) and Section 504 plans that complies with state and federal laws. 14.Input Medicaid information into Nursing Data management systems (SNAPS) annually and file Medicaid reports monthly as appropriate.
15.Order supplies and materials for School Nurse office, and participate in yearly budgeting for office.Qualifications: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.1.A valid license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Massachusetts.2.Certified by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary & Secondary Education certification as School Nurse required. 3.Possess current certification in CPR and first aid.4.Possess excellent listening, verbal, and written communication skills.5.Possess computer literacy skills necessary to manage data.6.Demonstrates an understanding of the legal and moral responsibilities of the nursing profession.7.Demonstrates a basic understanding of student information systems.8.Demonstrate characteristics which clearly indicate an ability to relate positively to students and colleagues.9.Possess a personal history which is exemplary, supported with references.10.Strive to complete sixty (60) hours of professional development each year.11.Be physically and emotionally able to fulfill responsibilities and dutiesCompensation: 1.Based on credentials, approvals and experience, the successful candidate will be paid in accordance with the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Blackstone Valley Regional Vocational Technical High School Teachers Association and the Blackstone Valley Regional School District Committee.2.All other benefits provided by the Agreement apply.
