Substitute Nurse (on-going)

Job Title: NURSE Department: Health ServicesReports to: Director of Health Services, Principal, Assistant SuperintendentClassification: Exempt (RN); Non-Exempt (LPN) / Support StaffEmployment: Substitute/ At-willEvaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the board's policy on evaluation of support staff personnel.SUMMARYThis position provides the fullest possible educational opportunity for each district student by minimizing absence due to illness and creating a climate of health and well-being in the district schools.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.Demonstrates knowledge of basic first aid and safety proceduresDemonstrates knowledge of CPR, Heimlich maneuver and other emergency proceduresAids in prevention and control of communicable diseasesMaintains a calm environment during emergency situationsInventories and orders medical suppliesInforms principal of severe injuries, accident-prone areas and serious health concerns within the school and its environmentDemonstrates knowledge of appropriate screening procedures and equipment used for scoliosis, blood pressure, height, weight, vision and hearingSchedules and completes screening proceduresRefers parents to appropriate community agencies based upon the screening resultsContacts parents for follow-up about screening results as neededListens to, gives medical advice and psychological support to student health concerns including pregnancy, sexual activity, eating disorders, and drug and alcohol abuseMaintains current knowledge of medications, side effects, storage, preparation and administrationTeaches safe administration of medications to designated personnelDemonstrates knowledge of current medical equipment and procedures for all studentsAdminister medications in a safe, controlled environmentMonitors student compliance with state immunization lawsMaintains accurate and current health information on all students to ensure the timely management of incoming and outgoing recordsProvides medical information regarding students health history to principal and staffProvides medical information regarding medication to local physicians and agenciesContributes appropriate medical information toward Special Service I.E.P.'sMakes parent contact about student's frequent physical complaints and/or frequent trips to nurse's officeMakes home visits when indicatedschedules and attends parent conferences for student health problemsInitiates referrals and follow-up relevant to the student's health needsReports suspected child abuse to the state hot-lineDemonstrates knowledge of subject informationProvides classroom presentation upon teacher requestsDemonstrates knowledge of obtaining outside resourcesProvides individual health instructionProvides information and/or materials to parents about various health concerns such as head lice, pink eye, chicken pox, etc.Helps formulate school health policiesUpholds school board policies regarding health mattersMaintains confidential nature of all school-related matters.Performs other tasks and assumes other responsibilities as assigned by the supervisor or Superintendent.SUPERVISORY DUTIESSupervises students under care at all times.QUALIFICATIONSBackground ChecksClearance on all background checks required by law that is satisfactory to the Administration.Education/ExperienceValid license to practice as a nurse.Experience in public health nursing preferably in a school district.Certificates, Licenses, RegistrationsBasic First Aid training and CPR/AED certified.Physically capable of assisting students with health care needs that may require lifting, positioning, transferring, restraining, or transporting within the school environment and during school events.SKILLS AND ABILITIESLanguage, Computation, Reasoning, Technology, Additional Skills and AbilitiesThe ability to read, write, and communicate fluently are required. Minimal math skills are required. The ability to investigate, fact find, and problem-solve are needed qualifications. Employee must be able to interpret and follow directions. As well as, operate proficiently hardware and/or software specific to employment.Additional Skills and AbilitiesIdentify needs of individual students and to adapt accordingly. Establish and maintain effective relationships with students, peers and parents. Perform multiple tasks simultaneously.PHYSICAL DEMANDSThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.The individual who holds this position is regularly required to walk, hear and speak as a major function of the job. Regularly required to speak and hear in an environment where numerous conversations and activities may be taking place simultaneously. Must have close moderate and distance vision ability. Regularly required to read handwritten or printed material.Physical requirements also include, but are not limited to, sitting (normal seated position), standing, walking (level or uneven surface), bending/twisting neck, bending/twisting at the waist, kneeling, crouching, crawling, climbing, reaching, lifting (up to 50 lbs.), carrying objects (up to 50 lbs.) while walking, reposition weight up to 150 lbs., pushing, pulling, presence of heat (summer high temperatures, high humidity, ovens, furnaces, etc.), presence of cold (winter low temperatures, walk-in refrigerator/freezer).Employee can be expected to help students with their mobility needs. Physically capable of assisting students with health care needs that may require lifting, positioning, transferring, restraining, or transporting within the school environment and during school events. Able to treat a patient lying in a prone position.Hours / Attendance / TravelBeginning and ending work hours will be established by the supervisor. Hours may vary.Consistent and regular attendance is an essential component of this job. In district travel may be necessary on occasion.CONDITIONS AND ENVIRONMENTThe work conditions and environment described here are representative of those that an individual will encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.The individual who holds this position will regularly work in a school environment that is noisy and active. Occasionally the individual may be required to work outdoors for short periods of time. Exposure to illness can be expected. The work will require the use of protective equipment such as masks or gloves.