What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Nurse (Gibson) position at Danville Public Schools?
GENERAL DEFINITION OF WORK
Under the supervision of the Coordinator I – School Health and Wellness, and in collaboration with the school principal, the School Nurse provides comprehensive nursing and school health services to students within Danville Public Schools in accordance with the Code of Virginia, § 54.1-3000, applicable nursing regulations, and Virginia Department of Health guidelines.
The Registered Nurse (RN) is responsible for developing, implementing, coordinating, and managing the school health program to promote student health, safety, and academic success. The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) supports the implementation of the school health program by providing nursing services under the direction and supervision of a licensed Registered Nurse and in collaboration with other licensed healthcare professionals, consistent with the LPN's authorized scope of practice.
Essential responsibilities include, but are not limited to, administering prescribed medications, including injections; monitoring and managing student health conditions, including blood glucose monitoring; maintaining accurate medication administration records and student health documentation; responding to student health needs and medical emergencies; and performing other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
All School Nurses (RN and LPN):
- Provide first aid care to students and report emergencies to the supervisor
- Determine the extent of injuries or illness within the nurse’s scope of practice and take appropriate action, whether on-the-spot first aid or referral to a parent/guardian, health care provider, or community health agency
- Provide health education to students and staff, including personal hygiene and disease prevention
- Train school staff in health-related procedures and emergency response
- Establish community health partnerships and participate in community health planning
- Participate in continuing education to maintain licensure and clinical competency
- Requisition supplies and equipment as needed
- Assume responsibility for inventory and safe storage of all health office supplies and medications
- Maintain confidential health records on services provided to students
- Maintain high standards of sanitation and infection control in the health office
- Perform other duties as assigned
- Develop, implement, and manage nursing and school health services for the assigned school population, including administration and program management
- Conduct physical assessments
- Develop health education resources
- Delegate nursing services and provide nursing supervision to the LPN, school health aide/technician, school health volunteers, and other unlicensed assistive personnel
- Supervise and train school staff
- Administer medications, including emergency medications
- Develop Medicaid nursing services plans of care
- Provide health counseling and referral services for students with special health care needs
- Perform nursing and school health services under the direction of a licensed Registered Nurse, physician (MD/DO), nurse practitioner (NP), physician assistant (PA), or other licensed health professional authorized by the Virginia Department of Health Professions
- Administer medications, including emergency medications, with RN supervision
- Implement components of the school health program in direct collaboration with licensed health professionals
- Provide direction to unlicensed assistive personnel and school staff in assigned health tasks
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES
- Thorough knowledge of the school age population and ability to perform catheterizations, tube feedings, respiratory (asthma) treatments, and related duties
- Strong interpersonal skills required
- General knowledge of computers required
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Registered Nurse (RN) – Required:
- Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in Virginia
- Diploma, associate degree, or baccalaureate degree from an accredited school of nursing
- Current certification in CPR, AED, and First Aid
- Baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited college or university
- National Board for Certification of School Nurses (NBCSN) certification
- Minimum of two years in a community or child health capacity before entry into school nursing practice
- Current license to practice as a Licensed Practical Nurse in Virginia
- Graduate of an accredited LPN program approved by the Virginia Board of Nursing
- Current certification in CPR, AED, and First Aid
- Minimum of two years in a community or child health capacity before entry into school nursing practice
- Documented successful experience in performing the above procedures required
- Successful experience working with school-aged children
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS OR STANDARDS REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Physical Requirements:
- Ability to operate standard office equipment, including computers, copiers, and calculators.
- Ability to drive a motor vehicle as needed.
- Ability to exert up to 40 pounds of force occasionally and perform light physical activity, including walking or standing for extended periods.
- Ability to evaluate and interpret data, identify patterns, and determine relationships or discrepancies.
- Ability to effectively communicate information, instructions, and ideas both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to prepare clear, concise, and accurate reports, correspondence, and documentation.
- Ability to present information confidently to individuals and groups.
- Ability to apply logical reasoning and problem-solving skills in complex or variable situations.
- Ability to interpret and implement policies, procedures, and technical instructions.
- Ability to perform basic mathematical calculations and apply fundamental mathematical concepts.
- Ability to coordinate hand-eye movements and operate office equipment efficiently.
- Ability to distinguish colors and visual details as necessary.
- Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds in a variety of situations.
- Ability to remain adaptable and composed in high-pressure or emergency situations.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT
10 months (184 days); 7 hours per day
EVALUATION
Performance evaluation will be conducted annually by the Principal, in collaboration with the Coordinator for Public Health Services, on the effectiveness by which the employee has carried out the above responsibilities.
This job description is intended to accurately reflect the position activities and requirements. It is neither intended to be, nor should it be construed as, an all-inclusive list of the responsibilities, skills or working conditions associated with the position. Administration reserves the right to modify, assign, or remove duties as necessary.
Salary : $23 - $45