School Nurse - RN (9 month)

School Nurse – RN

Reports To: Principal / District Nurse

Job Goal: To support, promote, and implement a comprehensive program of health services for the assigned location(s)

Minimum Qualifications:

• Possesses a current license (RN) to practice nursing in the State of Alabama
• Three (3) years nursing experience, preferably in pediatrics, community health, or acute care
• Prior experience working in a school health setting preferred
• Excellent organizational, time-management, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Strong interpersonal skills, including oral and written communication skills
• Ability to proficiently use current technology
• Current certification in CPR/AED instruction or willingness to obtain
• Ability to meet suitability criteria under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as state, federal, and local law and the Board may require

Duties And Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, mission, goals, and priorities
2. Practices within the defined limits of the Alabama Nurse Practice Act, the American Nurses Association Standards of Clinical Nursing Practice, and the Standards of School Nursing Practice of the National Association of School Nurses
3. Complies with the Alabama Department of Health regulations, District policy, and the ALSDE guidelines
4. Performs screening procedures as required by the Alabama Department of Health, Alabama Education Agency, and District policy and reports findings as directed
5. Serves as health advocate for the student
6. Provides temporary and emergency care for sick and injured students or employees according to District policy and ALSDE guidelines
7. Follows notification protocol in cases of accident or illness
8. Serves as a health liaison between school, physician, parent/guardian, and community
9. Assesses student problems, implements the nursing process, and makes appropriate referrals, working with students, teachers, parents, family physicians, and other community health providers as needed
10. Coordinates a system of administration and management of medications administered at school
11. Administers medication according to District policy and procedures
12. Reviews, evaluates, and maintains immunizations records
13. Maintains complete and accurate health records on each student
14. Submits timely reports as requested by the District Nurse
15. Provides nursing care for students requiring special health procedures (i.e. catheterization, tube feedings, etc.)
16. Maintains adequate supplies in the health office
17. Reports potential school health/safety hazards as directed
18. Participates in IEP development, child abuse investigations, and other school committees as requested
19. Promotes wellness and provides information to facilitate healthy life styles among students and employees
20. Provides health counseling and teaching on an individual basis
21. Contributes to the health education program as a resource person in both planning and teaching capacities, working with the principal and teachers
22. Maintains ongoing communication with the Principal and District Nurse regarding health problems and related matters
23. Maintains certification in CPR/AED instructor
24. Participates in staff development meetings and professional growth activities
25. Completes mandated continuing nursing education requirements to maintain RN license; keeps well informed of the latest trends in health and education
26. Adheres to local Board policies, administrative procedures, and other like directives, as well as state, federal, and local laws
27. Performs other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s)

Notice of Non-Discrimination: In compliance with federal law, our school district administers all education programs, employment activities and admissions without discrimination against any person on the basis of gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, or disability.