Description

Benefits:

• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education reimbursement
• Dental insurance
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Shift Timings: 7:30 AM. - 2:30 PM

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing
• Appropriate State (CDE) licensure/certification

Job Description-

• Perform or supervise the performance of the following services as established by the Standards of School Nursing Practice and in accordance with the Colorado Nurse Practice Act
• Manages communicable disease outbreaks.
• Directs the immunization program.
• Oversees delegated nursing tasks.
• Develops and implements health care plans Serves as liaison between teachers, administrators, parents, and community health care providers.
• Provides for the care of acute health care needs, including emergencies.
• Conducts health assessments, including all required evaluations for students with suspected disabilities.
• Oversees vision and hearing screening programs.
• Oversees the medication administration policy of schools Prepares and submits appropriate reports and written summaries, including all required documentation for Medicaid reimbursement.
• Understand and demonstrate knowledge in the development of healthcare plans.
• Knowledge of medication administration policy Knowledge of delegation practices to include training, supervision, and documentation.
• Knowledge of health issues commonly associated with school-age children.
• Knowledge of child and adolescent development Knowledge of subject areas, curriculum, and standards-based education.
• Knowledge of special education identification processes.
• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of district policy and state and federal laws regarding nursing services to general education and special education students
• Knowledge of the general organization and functions of a public school system.
• Ability to communicate effectively and resolve conflict with students, parents, and community groups.
• Good organization and communication skills.
• Demonstrates accomplishments in keeping professionally current.