What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Nurse Coordinator position at Central Office?
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
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Provide orientation, supervision, and professional consultation for school nurses
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Develop protocols and guidelines for nursing procedures used throughout the division
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Assist in the screening, interviewing, selection, and evaluation of school nurses
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Plan in-services and professional development activities to keep school nurses current with state mandates and prominent health issues
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Make routine visits to school clinics for on-site observation and consultation with nurses and administrators
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Act as a liaison between community agencies and the schools to identify, schedule, and coordinate needed services
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Coordinate the compilation of data and submit state and local mandated reports
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Update and revise the School Nurse Handbook
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Identify candidates and coordinate training for substitute nurses
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Coordinate and update Family Life Curriculum
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Advise special education personnel regarding medical needs of identified students
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Maintain and order up-to-date inventory of supplies and equipment
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Develop, implement and monitor the budget for each school nurse and the purchasing of materials
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Coordinate and manage Medicaid billing information
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s of Science (BSN) degree (Master’s Degree preferred)
CPR Instructor Certification, First Aid Instructor Certification, AED Instructor Certification
Five years successful working experience as a school nurse or in community health and references giving evidence of competency in nursing care practices and supervision of personnel
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Administrative salary scale, Grade 4
