What are the responsibilities and job description for the Nurse position at Trigg County Public Schools?
Job Description
SCHOOL NURSE
BASIC FUNCTION:
Administer first aid according to established procedures; conduct a variety of health screenings; prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
- Administer first aid or nursing care for accidents, seizures, preventive medicine and other educational-related medical problems; provide CPR and first aid to school employees as needed.
- Conduct height, weight, vision, hearing, scoliosis and other health screenings as required; provide screening for head lice and observe students on a regular basis to detect health needs.
- Refer students to appropriate personnel, resources or clinics and follow-up as necessary.
- Maintain health records and medical logs; update immunization and student records as needed; prepare and submit periodical medical reports for appropriate organizations or District personnel and assure compliance with established laws and regulations.
- Dispense and retain medication and perform medical treatment in accordance with physician's instructions within District guielines.
- Communicate with various community health agencies and civic organization to exchange information, coordinate activities and obtain student needs such as medication, glasses, hearing aids and clothing as needed.
- Conduct training for students, parents and school staff as required.
- Provide information and make recommendations to principals, substitutes, teachers and parents regarding health issues of students and school health program needs, develop programs to meet school health needs.
- Make home visits as required; authorize re-admission to school.
- Maintain stock of first aid supplies; assure medical equipment is in proper working condition; order supplies and equipment as needed.
- Participate in screening for health defects and sanitary conditions in schools.
- Maintain current knowledge of medical advances and information, public health issues and treatment procedures.
- Perform related duties as assigned.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
KNOWLEDGE OF:
- First aid, CPR and nursing practices and procedures.
- Various health-screening practices, procedures and techniques.
- Oral and written communication skills.
- Record-keeping techniques.
- Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities.
- Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
- Health and safety regulations.
- Contagious diseases.
ABILITY TO:
- Administer first aid according to established procedures.
- Conduct variety of health screenings.
- Prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.
- Make referrals and perform follow-up.
- Maintain medical equipment in proper working condition.
- Understand and follow written prescriptions.
- Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
- Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
- Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.
- Complete work with many interruptions.
- Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
- Observe health and safety regulations
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Registered Nurse (RN) with a Bachelor’s of Science in Nursing (BSN) and 3 years’ nursing experience.
- RNs or LPNs with or without an Associate’s Degrees must demonstrate enrollment in a BSN program by the conclusion of the 2025-2026 school year and must complete BSN program prior to the conclusion of the 2028-2029 school year.
TIMELINE:
Applications are being accepted until the position is filled. However, to ensure your full consideration of your candidacy, please see that your application is complete and sbmitted by 10:00 a.m. Friday, January 17, 2025.
Primary Location
Trigg County Middle School
Salary Range
Per Hour
Shift Type
Full-Time
