What are the responsibilities and job description for the School Nurse, Special Education, Greengate School, Vacancy 26-11 - 2025-2026 Schol Year position at YOLO COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION?
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Purpose Statement
The job of School Nurse is done for the purpose/s of assessing the health needs of students; developing emergency care plans and individual health plans, incorporating input from parent and/or physician; complying with the laws relating to student health, including parental and guardian consent; providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students; providing health information, training staff and serving as a resource to teachers, staff, and administrators; and identifying health problems for referral for proper treatment.
This job reports to Assigned Administrator
Essential Functions
Administers first aid, medication and specialized medical treatments for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children.
Administers mandated screenings (e.g. vision, dental, hearing and/or back/scoliosis screenings, etc.) for the purpose of referring medical conditions and/or providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children.
Assesses situations involving students' safety, abuse (physical, sexual, drug, etc.) and other health related issues for the purpose of identifying problems, evaluating health & developmental status of pupils, referring for proper treatment and complying with legal requirements.
Collaborates with parents, students, health care providers, and/or public agencies for the purpose of promoting and/or securing student health services; providing information and complying with legal requirements.
Implements health care plans for students with health issues or developmental needs (e.g. designing individual specific plans, etc.) for the purpose of meeting the needs of students with chronic health issues and/or accommodation requirements.
Interprets health and developmental assessments for the purpose of providing information and/or ensuring that health and treatment plans are appropriate.
Maintains data collection and records for the purpose of providing up-to-date information for meeting State and Federal regulatory reporting requirements and data for reimbursements.
Maintains student's confidential files and records (e.g. immunization records, screenings, physician authorizations, etc.) for the purpose of providing information required by legal requirements and professional standards; completing State reporting requirements.
Monitors students with chronic illnesses for the purpose of assisting the child in achieving the highest possible functional level.
Monitors students referred for illness and/or injury for the purpose of attending to their immediate health care concerns and initiating follow-up care.
Participates in a variety of meetings, workshops and seminars, and interdisciplinary teams for the purpose of gathering, conveying and/or sharing information on students' health needs, service delivery, and educational programs; and/or improving skills and knowledge.
Provides home visits to students for the purpose of facilitating follow-up medical care, health and developmental interventions, and/or promoting access to health care providers and/or other community resources.
Provides training on a variety of health related subjects and individualized care procedures (e.g. CPR, disaster preparedness, child abuse, health education, medication management, policies and procedures, substance abuse, tracheotomy care, g-tube feeding, food allergies, STD's, hygiene, etc.) for the purpose of training staff in providing specialized care and health procedures in accordance with individual student health requirements and/or acting as a resource to students, teachers, and other school personnel.
Refers students requiring additional medical attention for the purpose of providing required follow-up treatment and services.
Reports health and safety issues to assigned administrator and appropriate agencies (e.g. suspected child or substance abuse, contagious diseases, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students' personal safety, a positive learning environment and complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.
Researches a variety of topics relating to health and medical care (e.g. wellness, nutrition, treatment protocols, childhood diseases, etc.) for the purpose of providing information to staff, students, parents, and the public.
Responds to emergency medical situations (e.g. severe falls, prescription reactions, bleeding, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring appropriate immediate medical attention and related follow-up action.
Pay: $68,771.00 - $123,429.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Parental leave
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $68,771 - $123,429