School Nurse

We are seeking a skilled School Nurse to join our team at Amergis. As a School Nurse, you will be responsible for providing high-quality patient care and services in a school setting.

• Utilize the nursing process to plan, implement, and evaluate student care needs
• Demonstrate the provision of skilled nursing care in accordance with prescribed orders and Individualized Health Plans (IHP)
• Perform interventions, treatments, and medications administration according to identified priorities as outlined in the IHP
• Monitor and document the effectiveness of interventions, treatments, and medications
• Complete documentation per client expectations
• Coordinate and facilitate services as requested between the school, local health agencies, and other community resources to meet the needs of the student
• Communicate with school district personnel about student's plan of care/IHP
• Notify District School Nurse/Amergis Supervisor/Parent/Physician as outlined in the IHP regarding changes in condition, physician notification to obtain necessary orders, and other relevant information
• Collaborate with school/education personnel/other health agencies as requested to design and meet student's healthcare needs
• Evaluate and assure student safety at all times
• Adhere to Amergis Healthcare and school district policies
• Maintain accuracy in student health records
• Support professional practice by observing the following: Nurse Practice Act, Standards of Nursing Practice, Standards of Patient Care, Standards of accrediting body (The Joint Commission), State laws, Educational Codes, and Federal Laws as described in the ADA and IDEA
• Participate in student care conferences/Individualized Education Program (IEP) as requested by the school district
• LPN/LVNs should direct questions regarding orders and changes in condition to a Supervising RN (DN and/or Clinical Supervisor)
• Perform other duties as assigned/necessary

• Graduate of an accredited registered, practical, or vocational nursing program
• Licensed as a Licensed Practical, Licensed Vocational, or Registered Nurse in state(s) where practicing
• One year of professional experience, preferred
• Complies with accepted professional standard and practice
• Willingness to participate in skill advancement, if applicable
• Participation and completion of Amergis' Competency program
• Current CPR
• PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state, and local requirements
• Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
• Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
• Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language may be required
• Computer proficiency required
• Must be at least 18 years of age

Amergis offers a competitive compensation package, including:

• Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
• Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) savings plan
• Awards and recognition programs

Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.