UnityPoint- School Nurse

Full-Time at So Sioux City Middle School

M-F 7:30am-3:30pm

$5,000.00 Sign on Bonus to Qualified Applicants!

Provide nursing assessment, care and referral to injured or ill workers/students. Be a resource to contracted companies/schools in complying with state and federal regulations towards a safe and healthy workplace/school. Provide services in a prevention framework of primary (promote health and prevent disease, secondary (early recognition) and tertiary (intervention and return to work) to the worker or student populations.

Why UnityPoint Health?

• Culture – At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience  a culture  guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
• Benefits – Our competitive  Total Rewards  program offers benefits options like 401K match, paid time off and education assistance that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you’re in.
• Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment – We’re committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
• Development – We believe equipping you with support and  development opportunities  is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
• Community Involvement – Be an essential part of our core purpose—to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at  https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org .

Clinical Experience

• Provide medical care to injured/ill employees/employee populations, student/student populations within the Occupational Medicine Clinic and On-Site nurse locations.
• Conduct examination and/or testing such as: Post job offer exams, substance abuse testing, audiometric/pulmonary testing, blood screens and other surveillance as required by contracted employer.
• Manage day to day activities on On-Site nurse locations to include:
  • Medical /nurse supply management.
  • Provide immunizations (influenza vaccination, Hepatitis B, Tdap, TB screening, etc.).
  • Program development and health consultations with the company.
  • Collaborate with community and UnityPoint resources with company as appropriate.
  • Maintain On-Site medical records in compliance with state and federal regulations.
  • Support company compliance with state and federal regulations (i.e. OSHA, workers compensation, etc.).
• Facilitate and provide wellness activities at On-Site company such as:
  • Employee health exams, blood pressure screening, wellness blood testing, biometric testing, health coaching and education programs (i.e. blood borne pathogen training, hearing conservation, pulmonary screening, etc.).
  • Facilitate employee/student return to work/school and fitness for work duty related to work related or personal health issuers.

School Nurse Responsibilities:

• Provides direct professional nursing services: first aid, illness, and emergency care to students and staff in response to the nursing assessment and in accordance with professional standards, school policy and procedures, and state and local mandates.
• Administers medication with appropriate documentation.
• Participates in maintaining accurate medical records to assure compliance with state mandates including immunizations, physical examinations, and medical conditions.
• Conducts mandated screenings and referrals as determined by state policy.
• Makes appropriate assessment and referrals for suspected abuse/neglect as a mandatory reporter.
• Supervises school health clerks and serves as a resource for school state mandates.
• Coordinates health/hearing screenings and follow-up referrals.
• Serves as a health consultant and resource person for health education.
• Provides health promotion and health education as needed.
• Works cooperatively with health department to monitor communicable disease status in the school district and respond to crisis situations if needed.
• Provide Blood borne Pathogen training, Attack on Asthma training and medication training to staff members designated by the principle or administration.
• Attend IEP, MDT and SAT meetings as requested.
• Attend school registration/open house and staff/student conferences as needed.

Communication

• Maintains communication with teachers, other school personnel, and parents/guardians to meet the health and safety needs of students.
• Provides health services and health information in an effective and positive manner to enhance the health and wellness of the school community.
• Completes accident/incident reports for students/staff.
• Compiles data for statistical purposes.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding all school and health related issues.

Organization

• Maintains a daily log of student/staff visits and documentation on individual health records.
• Maintains accurate health records.
• Follows HIPPA and FERPA requirements.
• Maintains the daily environment of the health office facility and supplies.
• Utilizes existing technology effectively in the performance of duties.
• Performs other health or school related work as required.

Basic UPH Performance Criteria

• Demonstrates the UnityPoint Health Values and Standards of Behaviors as well as adheres to policies and procedures and safety guidelines.
• Demonstrates ability to meet business needs of department with regular, reliable attendance.
• Employee maintains current licenses and/or certifications required for the position.
• Practices and reflects knowledge of HIPAA, TJC, DNV, OSHA and other federal/state regulatory agencies guiding healthcare.
• Completes all annual education and competency requirements within the calendar year.
• Is knowledgeable of hospital and department compliance requirements for federally funded healthcare programs (e.g. Medicare and Medicaid) regarding fraud, waste and abuse. Brings any questions or concerns regarding compliance to the immediate attention of hospital administrative staff. Takes appropriate action on concerns reported by department staff related to compliance.