Substitute School Nurse

Winterset CSD: We will strive for excellence, ensuring all students are College, Career, and Life Ready. Job Description School Nurse TITLE: School Nurse DEPARTMENT: K-12 School Nurses REPORTS TO: Building Principal and/or Assistant Principal RECEIVES GUIDANCE FROM: Director of Special Programs and Building Administrator BASIC FUNCTION: The school nurse supports the well-being and educational achievement of PK-12 students by delivering professional healthcare services, managing medical needs, and fostering a safe, healthy school community. QUALIFICATIONS: Required: R.N with a Baccalaureate degree in Nursing Current Iowa License Knowledge of professional standards (Nurse Practice-Act) and other statutes Desired: Previous experience in similar position Experience working with children/students Experience working with children/students with varying degrees of health care needs. SKILLS AND JOB FUNCTIONS (For all Winterset CSD Positions) Demonstrated Experience or is Willing to Acquire the Following Skills: Exhibits essential dispositions and ownership of the district mission of "We will empower a community of lifelong learners who strive for personal excellence through meaningful relationships and real world, authentic learning experiences." Exhibits essential dispositions and ownership of the districts core values; Excellence - high expectations for all in everything we do Innovation - in our approach to problem solving and learning Pride - in self, others, school, and community Relationships - amongst all stakeholders as foundational to our success. Sense of Belonging - where all students, staff, and community members feel valued and connected. Exhibits essential dispositions necessary to build positive working relationships with administration, colleagues, parents, students and the Winterset community. Ability to Affirm and Encourage Others Ability to Grow Groups Self-Control Social Skills Self-motivated Optimistic Ability to Demonstrate Genuine Caring Exhibits effective communication skills Demonstrates the ability to be self-directed and problem solve Demonstrates enthusiasm towards learning and continuous growth as an educator and individual. Demonstrates a positive attitude towards others. Demonstrates self-efficacy in that their actions empower others to be successful. Demonstrates confidentiality as needed and required. Seeks out opportunities to improve professional competence through professional development. Identifies individually and collaboratively areas for growth and seeks out opportunities to grow in these areas. Complies with all Winterset Community School District Board Policies, Handbook Policies, and Contractual Responsibilities. INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Interacts positively with staff and students Develops and maintains a professional rapport with classroom teachers and other staff. Displays a positive attitude. Participates effectively as a contributing member of teams. Responds appropriately to, and acts on, constructive feedback. PERFORMANCE SKILLS: Demonstrates initiative Assesses and manages health related conditions Works in collaboration with others in the school and surrounding community to improve student's health status. Develops priorities in identifying and managing student health problems. Manages health office activities. Trains and supervises non-licensed personnel performing health procedures. Provides health education activities and emphasizes self-care, wellness activities, personal health practices, and the appropriate use of health care resources. Provides health counseling and guidance to students and their families. Provides effective supervision and maintains a controlled and safe environment. Performs duties, as assigned. PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Works well with others, maintaining positive and effective communication with school personnel, students, and families Contributes to creating a positive work environment Demonstrates integrity and respects confidentiality Explores personal growth opportunities related to specific job Works independently and with confidence Demonstrates ability to grasp and adjust to new and changing situations Demonstrates initiative and ability to work without close supervision Demonstrates punctuality and regular attendance Adheres to school district policies and procedures. Terms of Employment: Salary and work year to be established in accordance with provisions of the Comprehensive Agreement. Evaluation: Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Comprehensive Agreement. Physical Requirements: Bending, carrying, climbing, travel between job sites, lifting, pushing-pulling, reaching, sitting, standing, and walking Working Conditions: Includes extremes of temperature and humidity. Hazards include stairs and communicable diseases. The statement contained herein describes the scope of the responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by a negotiated contract. Any employee not covered by a negotiated contract agreement is an "at-will" employee. Either the school district or the employee can terminate the employment relationship at will, with or without cause, so long as there is no violation of applicable federal or state law. The school district can define the number of days notice required of a terminating employee. Notice of Nondiscrimination: It is the policy of the Winterset Community School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, religion, creed, age (for employment), marital status (for programs), sexual orientation, gender identity and socioeconomic status (for programs) in its educational programs and its employment practices. There is a grievance procedure for processing complaints of discrimination. If you have questions or a grievance related to this policy please contact the district's Equity Coordinator, 303 Wambold Drive, Winterset Iowa, (515) 462-2718.