School Nurse

3 weeks ago

Paducah, United States McCracken County Public Schools Full time
Class Code: 7263

LOCAL DISTRICT CLASSIFICATION PLAN

CLASS TITLE: SCHOOL NURSE

ESSENTIAL FUNCTION:

Administer first aid according to established procedures; conduct a variety of health screenings; prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.

BASIC REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

  • Implement all rules and regulations, policies and administrative guidelines as adopted by the Board of Education.
  • Administer first aid or nursing care for accidents, seizures, preventive medicine and other educational-related medical problems; provide CPR and first aid to school employees as needed.
  • Conduct height, weight, vision, hearing, scoliosis and other health screenings as required; provide screening for head lice and observe students on a regular basis to detect health needs.
  • Refer students to appropriate personnel, resources or clinics and follow-up as necessary.
  • Maintain health records and medical logs; update immunization and student records as needed; prepare and submit periodical medical reports for appropriate organizations or District personnel and assure compliance with established laws and regulations.
  • Dispense and retain medication and perform medical treatment in accordance with physician's instructions within District guidelines.
  • Communicate with various community health agencies and civic organization to exchange information, coordinate activities and obtain student needs such as medication, glasses, hearing aids and clothing as needed.
  • Conduct training for students, parents and school staff as required.
  • Provide information and make recommendations to principals, substitutes, teachers and parents regarding health issues of students and school health program needs, develop programs to meet school health needs.
  • Make home visits as required; authorize re-admission to school.
  • Maintain stock of first aid supplies; assure medical equipment is in proper working condition; order supplies and equipment as needed.
  • Participate in screening for health defects and sanitary conditions in schools.
  • Maintain current knowledge of medical advances and information, public health issues and treatment procedures.
  • Perform related duties as assigned.
  • Remain at work during the entire workday unless excused by supervisor or designated representative.
  • Maintain a professional appearance.
  • Incorporate the use of technology in daily tasks.
  • Maintain regular attendance.
  • Adhere to the Professional Code of Ethics.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:
  • First aid, CPR and nursing practices and procedures.
  • Various health-screening practices, procedures and techniques.
  • Oral and written communication skills.
  • Record-keeping techniques.
  • Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities.
  • Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
  • Health and safety regulations.
  • Contagious diseases.

ABILITY TO:
  • Administer first aid according to established procedures.
  • Conduct variety of health screenings.
  • Prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.
  • Make referrals and perform follow-up.
  • Maintain medical equipment in proper working condition.
  • Understand and follow written prescriptions.
  • Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
  • Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
  • Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.
  • Complete work with many interruptions.
  • Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
  • Observe health and safety regulations.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

Any combination equivalent to: graduation as a Registered Nurse and one year comprehensive nursing experience.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

Valid driver's license. Active license as a Registered Nurse from the Kentucky Board of Nursing or an active Compact License as a Registered Nurse that is valid in the State of Kentucky.

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