School Nurse

Description

Company Overview:

Purdue Polytechnic High Schools (PPHS) is a mission-driven network of schools founded in partnership with Purdue University. Our vision is to inspire students through STEM-focused, real-world experiences, empowering them to become problem-solvers and skilled achievers who succeed in technical and STEM-related post-secondary programs and high-tech careers. At PPHS, we are committed to academic rigor and providing every student with the resources to succeed in higher education, particularly at institutions of the caliber of Purdue University. Our core values guide everything we do:

• Act as 1
• Nurture student genius
• Start from Yes
• Do the right thing
• Get it done

We aspire to create a world of equity where every student has the opportunity and access to achieve their goals and to realize their power to solve problems they encounter. We are intentional about building a culture of communication, collaboration, and innovation that creates a positive and supportive environment conducive to high academic achievement and long-term success.

Job Summary:

The School Nurse will manage and coordinate the assigned school's health services program based on requirements established by school division policies, procedures, and protocols, and by local, state and national regulations and statutes; maintain and operate the school clinic including the supervision of clinic staff. To best serve all students from this campus, the role requires job responsibilities between different buildings, that are a part of this campus, which are just a few blocks away from each other.

Responsibilities & Duties:

• Ensure compliance with procedures, protocols, and other instructions provided by the coordinator of health services or contained in division manuals and protocols.  
• Provide nursing care and physical screening to students; assess students and implement first aid measures for students as needed.     
• Assume responsibility for appropriate assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, management, and referral activities for students.  
• Implement and record required screening programs; notify parents when further medical evaluation is indicated.  
• Establish and update health and immunization records.  Prepare and maintain student clinic records and prepare required reports.  
• Administer daily and PRN (as needed) medications and nursing care procedures prescribed by the student's physician.  
• Initiate emergency procedures for students and staff as needed.  
• Develop Individual Health Care Plans and 504 Plans for students on a case by case basis.  
• Orient the staff and teach specific medical procedures for the evaluation and maintenance of the medically involved student in the classroom. 
• Present, train and maintain appropriate standards from OSHA regarding contact with, and possible exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other potentially infectious body materials within the school or employment setting.  
• Follow procedures for suspected cases of child abuse and neglect.  
• Act as a liaison between the school, home health department professionals, and other community agencies.  
• Maintain clinic equipment and assess the need for consumable supplies on an annual basis.  
• Occasional front desk duties as needed 
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

Qualifications & Skills:

• Graduate from an accredited nursing program required; Licensed Practical Nurse or Bachelor of Nursing Degree preferred.  
• Must be licensed as a registered nurse in the State of Indiana and in good standing with the Indiana Board of Nursing. 
• Active Basic Life Support BLS CPR/AED for Healthcare Providers certification with hands-on training required.