Corporation Nurse

ACSC Corporation NurseJob DescriptionAttica Consolidated School Corporation is currently looking for a dedicated individual to serve as our corporation nurse. The corporation nurse works to assess, educate, and intervene as needed to provide a healthy school environment. The corporation nurse works closely with the Fountain County Health Department, as well as state health agencies, to maintain compliance and provide a comprehensive health program to the school corporation.Core Duties and ResponsibilitiesEvaluate health status/complaints of students and take appropriate action within the legal scope of nursing practice.Provide health counseling services to students and families with health-related problems and links to resources as needed. Corresponds with parents on the health needs of their child.Perform and supervise skilled nursing procedures as ordered by a physician/provider. Render emergency first aid care, complete incident reports when applicable.Recognize and act on communicable diseases present in school/community including mandatory reporting to the State Dept of Health.Administer medication according to ACSC policy and procedure.Participate with team members for student's Individualized Education Plan (IEP), and 504 plans, providing expertise and completing health assessments as indicated for initial, annual, and re-evaluations.Provide health assessments for students upon request of teachers, parents or staff. Informs appropriate school personnel of a student with health issues that may need accommodations during the school hours.Act as a liaison between parents, provider, and staff to verify medical needs, obtain physician authorization, and notify appropriate district personnel. Serve as a health education resource for students, staff, and families.Monitor and maintain up-to-date and accurate health records, including immunization records and medical alerts, electronic health record system, and/or Harmony when applicable as required by law, board policy, and administrative guidelines.Assist with scheduling and coordinating state-mandated health screenings, including collecting and reporting records for the annual Indiana School Health Report.Monitor compliance with immunization requirements according to legal mandates and Corporation policy and procedures. Oversees follow-up with non-compliant cases.Advocate for resources and services for students and families.Work collaboratively with other staff.Other duties as assigned that may arise but not recognized at this time.Required Qualifications● Bachelor's Degree in Nursing which will meet National Standards for School Nurse● Registered Nurse's license through the Indiana State Board of Nursing/IPLA● Valid CPR and AED Certification from an IDOE approved provider.Salary - Contract - BenefitsStarting salary dependent upon years of experience and education190 Days (5 days before school starts, 5 days after school ends)Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance OptionsLeave days - Sick, Personal, BereavementStart Date* ImmediatelyInterview Schedule* Interviews may begin immediately due to the start dateTo Apply* Please send resume and references via email to Dr. Matt Williams at mwilliams@attica.k12.in.us.