What are the responsibilities and job description for the School District Nurse position at District Office?
JOB DESCRIPTION
A registered nurse RN or equivalent, who advances students well-being, academic success, and safety by providing direct healthcare, managing chronic conditions like diabetes/asthma, administering medication, conducting health screening like vision/hearing, and controlling communicable diseases.
Key Responsibilities
- Direct Care and Emergencies: Assess, treat, and manage injuries and illnesses of students and staff, initiate care protocols.
- Chronic Conditions Management: Create and implement individualized Healthcare Plans for students with chronic conditions.
- Medication and Procedures: Administer daily or emergency medications according to school board policies and state laws.
- Health Screenings and Records: Conduct mandatory screenings (vision, hearing) and maintain student immunization records to ensure compliance.
- Disease Prevention: Monitor for communicable diseases, ensure approximate exclusion, and promote healthy habits.
- Education and Counseling: Provide health education, counseling, and resources to students and families.
- Active Registered Nurse RN License or Equivalent
- Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certifications.
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing prefered.
- Must have a valid Fingerprint Card.
- Often requires standing, walking, siting, and the ability to lift up to 50 lbs.
- Functions independently in "clinic" setting, often managing student visits.
Salary : $33,640 - $43,140