What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute Registered Nurse position at Districtwide?
Scope of Responsibilities:
- General knowledge of nursing techniques and practices
- Ability to follow complex technical, oral and written instructions
- Completion of daily attendance
- Administer Over the Counter and Prescription medications to students as per written MD orders
- Completion of physical, visual and auditory screening examinations
- Administer First Aid and emergency treatment to students and staff members
- Orders, inventories and oversees the storage of First Aid related health supplies and equipment
- Maintenance of school health records
- Maintain compliance with NYS ED regarding student immunizations
- Arranges transportation for sick or injured students and staff
- Sensitivity in communication with Students and Parents regarding health related issues
- Utilization of relevant software applications (PowerSchools)
- Work closely with staff concerning various health factors related to attendance problems, communicable diseases, etc.
- Assist with Sports Physicals as needed
- Maintain up to date certification in CPR/ AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid
- Attend workshops that support job performance
- Responsible to maintain up to date and proper certifications by the New York State authorities as a Registered Professional Nurse
- Other duties as assigned by the Director of Health Services and Building Principal
Minimum/Preferred Qualifications:
- Certification to administer naloxone preferred.