School Nurse administers nursing care under the guidelines of a school system. Participates in the implementation and evaluation of student care. Being a School Nurse ensures the health, comfort and safety of students. Requires state nursing licensure and educational credential. Additionally, School Nurse typically requires an associate's degree in nursing. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The School Nurse work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a School Nurse typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
SUMMARY
Responsible for the overall medical services within the education department. Implements the strategic goals related to the quality improvement, policies, protocols and procedures sets forth by the organization’s medical officer. Develops systems to monitor and implement quality control standards and measurements while ensuring compliance with DCF, Childcare Licensing and other regulatory agencies standards and requirements.
Works in conjunction with the school director and medical officer, on the day-to-day functions of the facility in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations that govern long-term care facilities to assure that the highest degree of quality care can be provided to the Organization’s students at all times.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
One year certificate from college or technical school; and one or more years of related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS
Valid license as a registered professional nurse in state
HIV & HIPAA Certificates
CPR/First Aid Certifications
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, medical instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
This position has no supervisory responsibilities.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to lift up to 35 lbs., stand; walk; handle or feel; and reach with hands and arms.
Other Duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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