What are the responsibilities and job description for the Substitute Nurse position at Johnston Community School District?
Position Summary: Provide direct health services to individual students and staff.
Qualifications, certification, and Experience
- Current license as a registered nurse (RN) from the Iowa Board of Nursing
- Bachelor's degree in Nursing preferred
- Knowledge of professional standards, the Nurse Practice Act and other statutes and regulations
- Current CPR/AED certification
- Completed studies designed to develop knowledge and skills in the following areas:
- health concerns of school youth
- physical and emotional health of children and adults
- community agencies/resources
- legal rights and due process
- Ability to manage the components of the School Health Program
Personal Performance Criteria
- Works well with others, maintaining positive and effective communication with school personnel and students
- Contributes to creating a positive work environment
- Demonstrates integrity and respects confidentiality
- Arrives on time and works consistently until the end of his/her scheduled day
- Takes advantage of professional growth opportunities related to his/her specific job
- Works independently and with confidence
- Demonstrates ability to adjust to new and changing situations
- Effective oral and written communication skills
Professional Performance Criteria
- Manages School Health services
- Implements the Nursing Process and Standards of School Nursing Practice (NASN 2005)
- Maintains accurate health records on all students
- Promotes optimal environmental health
Terms of Employment: Substitutes are called and serve on an “as needed basis” with no guarantee of hours or days.