COORDINATOR OF STUDENT HEALTH SERVICES

Health Services Coordinator

Reports to:      Executive Director of Student Support

The overall function of the Health Services Coordinator is to plan and coordinate student health services throughout Lawrence Public Schools.  The coordinator will evaluate, develop, review, and implement protocols and procedures that affect staff, student health, and safety to access to academics.  The Coordinator works collaboratively with administration and staff to ensure health services are provided in an effective manner for the benefit of students.

Job Goal:

To work within a collaborative framework with school staff and administration to help students safely access academics, facilitating their ability to learn and achieve their academic goals.  The Health Services Coordinator will work with District Administration to integrate and implement health policies, practices, and align health services goals with district mission, vision, and strategic priorities. 

Qualifications:

• Master’s of Science degree in Nursing (required). Master of Science in Nursing Leadership and Management (preferred). Bachelor’s of Nursing will be considered.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse by Kansas Board of Nursing (required).
• At least 7 years of prior nursing (required). School nursing experience is preferred.
• Prior leadership experience (preferred)
• Experience in program development and program supervision (preferred)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills (required)

Responsibilities:

• Evaluate Health Services, identify areas of improvement, and implement plans to improve the efficiency and effectiveness of health services in Lawrence Public Schools.
• Implement and comply with policies established by federal and state law, Kansas Board of Nursing Nurse Practice Act, Kansas Department of Health and Environment, Kansas State Department of Education, Kansas Board of Education, and District Board policy.
• Review and coordinate all health-related policies, practices and guidelines, including providing consultation and recommendations regarding District practices that promote student and employee wellness.
• Identify, analyze, and apply current nursing and medical research findings to plan and provide for the health needs of all students. Recommend and implement Health Services procedures for medical emergencies, referrals, communicable diseases, and other health concerns.
• Oversee the student health record system, other health records and files following the district and state record retention policy, as well as, student data privacy policy, FERPA, and HIPAA.
• Supervise and coordinate the Medicaid reimbursement process in collaboration with special education leadership.
• Coordinate and supervise assigned staff, including recommendations regarding hiring, establishing procedures and performance expectations, managing staffing according to student population and acuity, ensuring appropriate training (e.g. CPR and AED use), and all planning and implementation of orientation, training, and ongoing professional development for Health Services Staff, including mentoring new nurses and leading all nurse meetings.
• Provide guidance and support to building administration in the evaluation and supervision of district nurses and Health Office Aids (HOAs), including facilitating the selection and coordination of Health Services staff.
• Plan, network, and collaborate with community partners to support student health and the overall health of the school community including overseeing contracts and Memoranda of Understanding with outside agencies.
• Coordination and management of nursing agency nurse contracts
• Coordinate district-wide hearing and Vision Screening.
• Report health and safety issues to administration and appropriate agencies (e.g., Superintendent, BOE, principals, staff, local health department, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students’ personal safety, a positive learning environment and complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.
• Coordinate and supervise Homebound instruction practices and procedures.
• Work directly with District leadership, staff, students, and families when appropriate regarding health concerns.
• Facilitate meetings, in-services, and professional development opportunities with interdisciplinary teams for the purpose of gathering, conveying and /or sharing information on students’ health needs, nursing care delivery, providing health education, and determining staff health needs.
• Develop and administer health services budget, including purchasing and appropriate staffing based on documented needs and ensure that operations are cost effective, and funds are managed wisely.
• Other duties as assigned

Critical Skills:

• Ability to possess and maintain Kansas Nursing licensure
• Ability to speak clearly to various groups expressing ideas in a logical and forthright manner
• Possess composition skills suitable for producing written communication for a variety of readers
• Ability to quickly analyze a situation and provide prompt advice
• Ability to respond to information requests in a courteous, timely and helpful manner
• Ability to perform job responsibilities using appropriate software on district computer system and communication equipment
• Ability to manage job responsibilities while meeting established deadlines
• Ability to work constructively and cooperatively with others
• Ability to travel as needed

The tasks listed in this position description are subject to change at the discretion of the superintendent.  The incumbent is expected to take on other duties as required or assigned by his/her supervisor.

Terms of Employment and Evaluation as outlined in Board Policy.