School Nurse

School Nurse

Join a growing organization that values and supports its staff as we together work to educate the whole person.

Job Description

The School Nurse is responsible for the following:

• Ensures school compliance with all health-related protocols and guidelines
• Assesses health needs of students at school and provides care and first-aid to students as needed
• Coordinates and records all required screening processes
• Assists in the development of health-related 504 plans as needed
• Provides medical-related orientation and procedures to school staff as needed
• Maintains protocols regarding blood-borne pathogens and other potentially infectious materials
• Maintains and updates all immunization documentation and other student medical records
• Communicates in a timely, professional, and effective manner with parents regarding all health matters
• Develops and maintains all health related procedures for school in compliance with state guidelines

Key skills and attributes for the Nurse include:

• Certification as a CNA or LVN required; RN is preferred
• Desire to work with children in a school environment