School Nurse - Various Sites

TITLE: School Nurse

JOB DESCRIPTION:

Provide support to learning by promoting the health, well-being, and safety of students and staff. Work collaboratively with school and district staff and community professionals to meet health care needs of student in school setting.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Associate degree in nursing (Baccalaureate degree in nursing preferred)
• Current Arizona Registered Nurse (RN) License
• DPS IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card
• Two (2) years clinical experience (pediatrics preferred)
• Valid Arizona Driver’s License in order to transport students if necessary
• Registered as a Medicaid provider (may apply when hired)
• Obtain and maintain NCI and CPR certification
• Knowledge of Immunization requirements according to Arizona State Law
• Ability to respond quickly and appropriately to emergency situations
• Ability to work autonomously, making sound decisions while under pressure in a variety of situations
• Communicate effectively (both verbally and in writing) with students, parents/guardians, staff and outside agencies
• Proficient in the use of a computer and basic software applications
• Ability to coordinate activities with related and specialist staff
• Good knowledge of the procedures, practices, materials, and equipment required to provide appropriate learning experiences for students to whom assigned
• Ability to control certain behavior(s) through physical restraint
• Ability to lift and transfer students up to 50 lbs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

(Essential functions, as defined under the Americans with Disabilities Act, may include any of the following tasks, knowledge, skills, and other characteristics. This list is ILLUSTRATIVE ONLY, and is not a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities performed by the incumbents of this class.)

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate Health Services program within the assigned school.
• Provide direct nursing care by administering first aid, emergency care, medication administration and specialized medical procedures to ill and/or medically fragile students, and students with mental health needs according to district policies and protocols.
• Provide pediatric nursing procedures such as catheterization, tracheotomy care, suctioning, gastrostomy feedings, chest percussion and ventilators.
• Train principal designees to administer medications, procedures, and emergency treatments and procedures as appropriate.
• Assist student safety, abuse, and health related issues, identifying problems, referring as appropriate and complying with legal requirements.
• Document accurately.
• Follow Arizona State Laws, district policies and protocols related to communicable disease, immunizations, mandated hearing and vision screening and child abuse. Refer as appropriate. Submit required reports.
• Supervise and administer mandated vision and hearing screenings, referrals and assistance with follow-up care. Submit required reports.
• Provide education and training related to acute and chronic illness and health related topics. Act as a resource for students, parents/guardians and staff.
• Develop individualized care plans and emergency plans for students with health care needs, maintaining contact with staff, parents/guardians and/or medical providers to implement health care directions and notify of changes in student health in the school setting.
• Identify health problems referring to medical provider for follow up treatment as appropriate.
• Participate in a variety of meetings (MET, IEP) related to students.
• Attend staff meetings, health service meetings, staff development and other required meetings as assigned.
• Maintain Medicaid documentation and submit monthly.
• Identify health and safety concerns in school environment and promote a nurturing school environment.
• Serve as a health care resource to staff and administrators.
• Participate on the Crisis Team when needed.
• Participate in Random Moment Study.
• Provide first aid and health counseling for staff, documenting according to district policy.
• Maintain confidential student health information and records.
• Maintain health office, supplies and equipment.
• Transport students in emergency situations.
• May supervise and train health assistant(s).
• Perform other duties as assigned.

DEPARTMENT: Student Support
SALARY: Nurse Schedule

Base Salary for RN 47,500

Base Salary for BA 50,500

WORK YEAR: School Nurse Calendar
REPORTS TO: Coordinator of Behavior, Social & Health Services, Director of Student Support, or Principal
EVALUATION: Nurse Evaluation Instrument
SUPERVISES: Health Assistant (if assigned)