School Health Nurse

6 days ago

Goldsboro, North Carolina, United States UNC HEALTH Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and dedicated School Health Nurse to join our team at UNC Health. As a key member of our School Health Services department, you will play a vital role in providing comprehensive health services to students in assigned schools.

Key Responsibilities
  • Coordinate the daily operation of School Health Services to meet the mandates of the Public Schools of North Carolina in assigned schools.
  • Identify and coordinate health services for students with chronic/acute health needs or potential emergency needs in assigned schools.
  • Develop and implement health care plans/emergency action plans for identified students with appropriate staff.
  • Assess students with acute or chronic health conditions and react appropriately to potential school health emergency situations.
  • Serve as a leader in assigned schools for communicable disease control/immunization compliance.
  • Comply with state and local infection control and bloodborne pathogen policies, mandates, and guidelines.
  • Assist schools with control measures (exclusions/readmissions) when students or staff have communicable conditions or nuisance diseases.
  • Assist school personnel with monitoring/auditing student immunization records and providing reports to principals.
  • Assist assigned schools with eliminating/reducing health-related barriers to learning through screenings/health appraisals.
  • Coordinate/performs mass vision screenings for select grades and screenings for specific students who may be experiencing vision difficulty.
  • Makes professional referrals/follow-up for students who do not pass screening.
  • Assists school support personnel with screenings by providing follow-up on referrals.
  • Evaluates students for health conditions that may interfere with learning, making appropriate referrals/follow-up.
  • Serves as a case manager for students with healthcare needs in the school setting.
  • Acts as a liaison between school/family/physician to coordinate health services/implement health accommodation plans at school.
  • Participates on school-based intervention teams when health issues are involved.
  • Provides required medication/invasive procedure training and follow-up audits for school personnel when students have special health care needs.
  • Utilizes professional nursing documentation standards to record nursing activities and all school health encounters.
  • Transfers appropriate information to the students' cumulative school health records, complying with FERPA regulations.
  • Follows school board policy regarding record retention/disposition.
  • Ensures an effective, efficient work environment by keeping Manager, School Health Services informed of activities, any difficulties, and status in meeting established deadlines for reports/projects.
  • Develops, implements, presents appropriate school and community-related health education programs for specific health conditions/wellness/disease prevention in assigned schools based on identified needs or conditions.
  • Acts as a role model and enthusiastically supports the Corporate and School Health Services department.
  • Keeps current in trends and best practices in School Health Nursing.
  • Completes continuing education and in-service programs to meet regulatory and job requirements as applicable.
  • Applies knowledge of principles of universal precautions. Routinely uses personal protective equipment and infection control barriers or devices to avoid risk of exposure to self and others.
Requirements
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) is required.
  • Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) is preferred.
  • Current license to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina is required.
  • Current National School Nurse Certification or attained within 3 years is required.
  • Previous School Health/Public Health (Child Health Program) experience is preferred.
  • A minimum of 3 years nursing experience is required, preferably in Pediatric/Adolescent Nursing.
  • Case management experience is helpful.
  • Considerable knowledge of school health nursing practices and professional standards is required.
  • Ability to provide health education programs to diverse audiences is required.
  • Ability to work independently and to manage multiple priorities is required.
  • Excellent decision-making and case management skills are required.
  • Ability to maintain effective working relationships with teammates, administrators, school-based intervention teams, other healthcare providers, and service agencies is required.
  • Ability to communicate effectively with multi-age students, parents, school personnel, and healthcare professionals is required.
  • Ability to provide own transportation to various work locations, including occasional home visits, is required.
  • Ability to read, write, and communicate effectively in English is required.
  • Proficient with MS Office and able to learn new software rapidly is required.
Work Environment

This is a full-time position with a standard work schedule of 40 hours per week. The work environment is a fast-paced, dynamic setting with a focus on providing high-quality patient care and services.

What We Offer

As a member of the UNC Health team, you will have access to a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as a 401(k) retirement plan. You will also have opportunities for professional growth and development, including continuing education and training programs.

How to Apply

If you are a motivated and compassionate individual with a passion for providing high-quality patient care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your application, including your resume and cover letter, to our online portal.

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