Division-Wide Float Nurse

3 weeks ago

Lynchburg, Virginia, United States Lynchburg City Schools Full time
Division-Wide School Floater Nurse GENERAL INFORMATION Title: School Floater Nurse Department: Student Services Salary Grade: Teacher & Registered Nurse Pay Schedule
FLSA Status: Exempt Site/Location: Student Services Reports to: Chief Student Services Officer Date:2/3/2025 POSITION SUMMARY
  • The float nurse works in a collaborative relationship with the Chief Academic and Student Services Officer, school administrators, school nurses, and the student services team to assist with health services and provide leadership in establishing a complete and effective program of school health.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
  • Reports to parents, school personnel, physicians, clinics, and other agencies on school medical matters.
  • Communicates with other School Nurses for all incoming students upon intake at Alternative School to ensure continuity of any applicable health services.
  • Conducts school health service, including immunization checks, administering medications, and conducting hearing and vision screenings as requested.
  • Attends committee meetings and conferences regarding health service and health curriculum.
  • Prepares data for reports for the Chief Academic and Student Services Officer.
  • Maintains up-to-date cumulative health records on all students.
  • Identifies and refers students who need medical and dental care.
  • Observe students regularly to detect health needs.
  • Assumes authority, for the care of a student or staff member who has suffered injury or emergency illness.
  • Contacts homes of children regarding health concerns when referred by principals.
  • Advises on modifications to meet the health needs of individual students for Individual Health Plans (IHCPs).
  • Advise teachers on health matters, particularly regarding screening for student health concerns.
  • Participates in In-service training programs.
  • Administers medication per physician orders and contacts physicians when needed.
  • Completes and collects student injury reports and submits them to the Chief Academic and Student Services Officer.
  • Provides necessary Health Education for students, families, and staff.
  • Writes nursing notes on students with medical conditions when necessary.
  • Adheres to confidentiality concerning privileged information.
  • Properly secures medications.
  • Maintains a clean organized school clinic. Adequate nursing documentation on appropriate clinic forms and electronic medical records.
  • Carries out all medical procedures within the school.
  • Reviews medical history of students; assesses student's physical appearance pertaining to health and wellness; provides care plans on students for school records.
  • Adheres to Universal Precautions in all situations.
  • Assists other LCS schools in nursing procedures as directed by the Chief Academic and Student Services Officer as needed.
  • Maintains a professional image at all times by wearing clean and wrinkle-free uniforms/scrubs.
  • Performs other duties as required.
  • Organize year-end equipment returns, pickups, and reports
  • Organize training
  • Organize community-assisted clinics
  • Attend School-based meetings as necessary
  • Fills daily school nurse vacancies as necessary
LYNCHBURG CITY SCHOOLS COMPETENCIES Personal Competencies
  • Honesty
  • Integrity
  • Ethical
  • Equity Minded
  • Emotional Intelligence
  • Cultural Competence
  • Safety
  • Quality
Leadership Competencies
  • Models Excellent Customer Service
  • Thinks Strategically
  • Shows Initiative
  • Acts Decisively
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Works Collaboratively
  • Resolves Conflict Proactively
Functional Competencies
  • Technical Capabilities
  • Computer Literacy
  • Data Analysis and Management
  • Fiscal Planning and Management
  • Project Management
  • Strategic Planning
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
  • A diploma from an accredited school of nursing, or an Associate of Arts degree in Nursing from an accredited school, or a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Nursing or a related field from an accredited school.
  • An active license to practice nursing in the State of Virginia.
  • Current CPR and First Aid certification.
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES
  • Ability to respond promptly to an emergency anywhere in the school.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills.
  • Two (2) years of pediatric or community health experience.
  • Basic understanding of the physiological and psychological aspects of normal and abnormal
  • development.
  • Ability to independently perform nursing treatments specifically related to students with complex
  • medical needs.
  • Ability to relate to children, parents, medical and educational personnel.
  • Experience working with Special Education students.
  • Good leadership ability.
  • Ability to conduct telephone-based or in-person interviews, data collection, and data entry.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, including active listening, empathy, and relationship building.
  • Ability to interact in a non-judgmental manner with culturally diverse populations and persons experiencing a wide range of social conditions.
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving skills, and the ability to use sound judgment in responding to client issues and concerns.
  • Ability to adapt to changing environments and receive constructive feedback.
  • Knowledge of and experience with the Lynchburg City Schools organization, policies, and practices (preferred).
  • Ability to use discretion, maintain confidentiality, and ethical conduct.
  • Ability to work effectively with all levels of staff, establishing and maintaining collaborative professional relationships.
  • Strong time management skills (organization, prioritization, multitasking).
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a multidisciplinary team.
  • Proficiency with the use of computers (desktop, laptop, tablet).
  • Proficiency with the use of mobile devices (smartphones, mobile apps).
  • Solid knowledge and understanding of Microsoft Office and Google Drive, and ability to learn new technical programs/practices as needed.
  • Solid knowledge and understanding of equitable practices that create a safe, inclusive, and supportive environment for LCS staff, students, and community members.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY
  • None
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS
  • Reliable transportation is necessary
  • Travel within the City of Lynchburg as needed
  • Minimal travel outside of the City of Lynchburg as needed.
WORK ENVIRONMENT AND 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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch. 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. AAP/EEO STATEMENT LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. JOB STATUS: OPEN SALARY: See job description DAYS: 220 START DATE: 2024-25

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