What are the responsibilities and job description for the Special Education, Related Services Nurse (486) [188] position at Aspire?
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POSITION TITLE: Special Education, Related Services Nurse |
JOB CODE: 486 |
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DIVISION: Academic-Support and Specialized Services |
SALARY SCHEDULE: Special Ed County-Wide Nurse |
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DEPARTMENT: Special Education |
WORK DAYS: 188 |
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REPORTS TO: Supervisor, Special Education |
PAY GRADE: NN01 |
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FLSA: Exempt |
PAY FREQUENCY: Monthly |
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PRIMARY FUNCTION: To consult with and provide training for teachers and staff concerning various medical conditions and delegated medical procedures and to develop health care plans and provide treatment as ordered by a physician to eligible disabled students according to IEP recommendations. |
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REVISION DATE(S): 6/24 |
REQUIREMENTS:
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Educational Level: Bachelor Degree |
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Certification/License Required: Licensed Registered Nurse |
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Experience: 3 years nursing experience, pediatric preferred |
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Physical Activities: Ability to lift a student up to a weight of 40 pounds without assistance; ability to perform a two-person lift for students over 40 pounds |
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Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; planning, organization |
The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES:
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Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance. |
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Performs appropriate assessment procedures. |
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Interprets assessment results to teachers, parents and other personnel. |
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Develops individual health care plans for eligible students. |
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Administers nursing services in accordance with the health care plan as stated in the individual education plan and as ordered by physician. |
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Provides appropriate training to teachers and staff in universal precautions, medical conditions and delegated medical procedures for specific students. |
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Performs on-going evaluation of treatment programs and adapts programs as necessary to maximize results. |
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Recommends and advises schools and teachers regarding appropriate sanitary procedures for specific students. |
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Monitors restrictive diets as directed by physician. |
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Consults with student's physician regarding medical management and therapy suggestions. |
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Maintains records and reports. |
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Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator. |