MSSD Registered Nurse - Bootheel State School

About the role

The Registered Nurse or BSN position within the Department of Elementary and Secondary Education, Missouri Schools for the Severely Disabled (MSSD), is responsible for coordinating and implementing health screenings, special health care procedures, and providing training and direct care to students with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Cook up and implement a plan for health screenings.
• Cook up and implement special health care procedures.
• Train on lifting techniques, basic first aid, infection-control procedures, dispensing medication, CPR, and other in-service as needed.
• Administer medication and other health care procedures.
• Follow proper nursing procedures and maintain appropriate documentation.
• Participate in staffing and IEP conferences to provide information on the student’s physical and health needs when requested.
• Oversee all Special Health Care Plans (SHCP). Make sure they are completed correctly, and all necessary supplies are available.
• Notify parents if additional supplies are needed.
• Take a leadership role in developing and implementing a comprehensive school health plan.
• Accurately complete required reports on or before established deadlines.
• Collaborate with building administrator to maintain an orderly, attractive, safe, and clean environment.
• Maintain CPR training instructor certification.
• Maintain confidentiality of parent, student and staff personally identifiable information.

Requirements

• Licensed as a registered nurse in Missouri.
• Experience with pediatrics and/or individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

• In addition to the above, the position requires a professional license pursuant to state law.

Skills

• Strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Benefits

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck.

Pay

$46,272 - $49,872

Schedule

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Benefits

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Contact Information

If you have questions about this position please contact: dese.mssdhr@dese.mo.gov

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer

The Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Notice of Non-Discrimination

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, veteran status, mental or physical disability, or any other basis prohibited by statute in its programs and activities. Inquiries related to department programs and to the location of services, activities, and facilities that are accessible by persons with disabilities may be directed to the Jefferson State Office Building, Director of Civil Rights Compliance and MOA Coordinator (Title VI/Title VII/Title IX/504/ADA/ADAAA/Age Act/GINA/USDA Title VI), 7th Floor, 205 Jefferson Street, P.O. Box 480, Jefferson City, MO 65102-0480; telephone number 573-522-1775 or TTY 800-735-2966; fax number 573-522-4883; email civilrights@dese.mo.gov.

Reasonable Accommodations

The Department of Elementary and Secondary Education is unable to sponsor applicants in their application for work visas through INS. If you have questions, please contact Human Resources.