School Nurse - LVN or RN

Position Summary: Under the supervision of the Health Center Director, the licensed nurse is responsible for supporting the operation of the school health center, performing nursing assessments and treating student and staff illness and injuries following the Nurse Practice Act, State laws, and IAA Health Center Policy and Procedures. The nurse will provide nursing care for boarding high school students aged 14-19 years during the school year and for camp students aged 5-19 during the summer with a variety of health needs ranging from minor illnesses and injuries to chronic illnesses such as asthma and diabetes. Minimum requirements are current state nursing licensure and two years of clinical experience.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

•  Perform nursing assessments and treat illnesses and injuries of students and staff, including maintaining confidentiality, documenting, and notifying administration, staff, parents/ guardians, and/or Emergency Medical Services (EMS) as appropriate.

• Administer medications to students according to physician and parent instructions; communicate with physicians and parents to obtain authorization forms; notify parents of prescription changes/refills and communicate with the pharmacy as needed.

• Document health visits of students and staff through electronic health records

• Respond to on-campus urgent and emergent situations

• Observe and report any unusual behavioral findings or unsafe student activity to school administrators.

• Remain with and give comfort to the ill or injured student until released to class, administration, or the parent/guardian.

• Receive and review student health files incoming at the beginning of the year; communicate with parents, physicians' offices, and other schools as needed to clarify or obtain information as needed.

• Assure students have updated immunization records; review records of all students annually and notify students/parents of follow-up shots.

• Assist with employee-related on-the-job accidents, HR required health screenings, and guidance with workers' compensation

• Work as a team player and perform duties for members of the team. This includes but is not limited to clerical duties, obtaining meals for patients, cleaning a patient room, changing linens, etc.

• Maintain the health office in a clean, orderly, and safe condition; dispose of biomedical waste and hazards according to established procedures; prepare and restock first aid kits for classrooms, dorm offices, and field trips as assigned. Ensure medications are secured in the medication safe and room.

• Seeks the best use of materials, equipment, and staff to maximize efficiency and effectiveness.

• Complies with IAA policies/procedures and acts as a good steward of IAA finances.

• Respects the culture, diversity, and rights of all students and staff, their families, and the community.

• Prioritizes duties in a manner consistent with organizational objectives and growth.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education: 

• Current Licensed Nurse in State of California - LVN or RN

Experience:

• Previous work in a school setting is preferred but not required

• 2 years of clinical experience preferred

• Good pediatric assessment skills, flexibility, the ability to work well with a team, and the ability to make independent decisions are essential.

Equipment Familiarity: Windows OS, Google Suite, Gmail

Certifications, Licenses or Special Training: 

• Must meet and maintain background screening requirements as detailed in Pre-Employment and Employee Background Checks.

• Valid California Driver's License and insurance.

• Current CPR certification

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: 

• The Nurse should be able to perform assessments, make decisions about dispensing OTC medications per protocol, consult with providers as needed, and perform other duties as required to serve the population.   
• Assess patients and make accurate nursing judgments
• Identify when need for additional treatment 
• Monitor patients who spend the night in Health Services
• Ability to follow and execute specific verbal and written instructions.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to promote and maintain positive interaction with all internal and external stakeholders.
• Demonstrate respect for cultural, ethnic, spiritual, and linguistic diversity and values, including differences in personal goals, lifestyle choices, and varying family backgrounds and histories.

Salary : $27 - $44