School Nurse (BHV)

MISSION, VALUES and SERVICE GOALS

MISSION: We deliver outstanding care, inspire health, and connect with heart.

VALUES: Trust. Respect. Integrity. Compassion.

SERVICE GOALS: Personally connect. Keep everyone informed. Be on their team.

About the role

Promotes and protects the optimal health status of students by:

• Performing health assessments and administering mandated screening (i.e., vision, dental, hearing, height and weight variation, etc.) of each student at the school.
• Consulting with parents, teachers, and students regarding individual health appraisals and the appropriate follow up care.
• Providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students by administering first aid, medications and specialized medical treatments according to physician's instructions and with parental written consent.
• Counseling students and families on health conditions and lifestyle issues (i.e., mental health, pregnancy, sexually transmitted disease, substance abuse, etc.) to facilitate a healthier student population.
• Providing care to students with chronic illnesses and extremely high-risk students (i.e., allergies, asthma, diabetes, seizures, medically fragile, etc.) to assist the child in achieving the highest possible functional level.
• Providing immediate response to students who need emergency medical treatment.
• Providing emotional and mental health assessment to children. Assessing situations involving students' safety, abuse (physical, sexual, drug, etc.) and other health related issues to identify problems, refer for proper treatment and to comply with legal requirements.
• Assessing the health needs of abused children (physical, sexual, psychological and neglect), substance abusers, and pregnant students and providing appropriate care and referral.
• Maintaining confidentially regarding student health records.
• Following rules and regulations for the prevention and control of communicable disease.
• Promoting a healthy lifestyle and acting as a resource to students, teachers, and other school personnel on a variety of health related subjects (i.e., health education, medication management, substance abuse, child abuse, growth and development, food allergies, nutrition, hygiene, etc.).

Responsibilities

Participates in-services and department meetings; along with continuing education and attending conference as approved.

Participates in professional meetings and IEP case conferences.

Be available for school open house functions, health fairs, flu clinics, and athletic physicals as needed.

Completes other job-related assignments and special projects as directed.

Acts as a liaison to community agencies and medical care facilities.

Implements and maintains all school health records, including daily flow sheets, medication administration records, accident reports, communicable disease reports and individual health cards.

Cleans work areas (utilizing universal precaution procedures) for the purpose of maintaining a sanitary environment.

Successfully complete skills validation as required.

Requirements

Attends and participates in department meetings and is accountable for all information shared.

Completes mandatory education, annual competencies and department specific education within established timeframes.

Completes annual employee health requirements within established timeframes.

Maintains license/certification, registration in good standing throughout fiscal year.

Direct patient care providers are required to maintain current BCLS (CPR) and other certifications as required by position/department.

Adheres to regulatory agency requirements, survey process and compliance.

Complies with established organization and department policies.

Available to work overtime in addition to working additional or other shifts and schedules when required.

Qualifications

The knowledge, skills and abilities are normally acquired through the successful completion of a nursing program from an accredited school of nursing.

A current license to practice as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse in the State of Indiana is required.

Previous experience in school nursing, public health, community nursing or pediatrics is desired.

Must have and maintain current CPR certification.

A valid driver's license and a good driving record are required.

Skills

Demonstrates a high level of knowledge and competency in performing nursing care procedures, assessments, treatment and techniques.

Demonstrates analytical skills necessary to solve problems and interpret data.

Requires the ability to work well with others; organizational ability to establish and maintain necessary systems and records; ability to work independently.

Demonstrates the interpersonal and communication skills (both verbal and written) necessary to interact effectively with a wide variety of contacts including principals, students, families, and community members; also to report and record patient related information accurately and appropriately.

Demonstrates strong documentation and organization skills to multi-task and maintain electronic health records of students.

Demonstrates evidence of physical health and physical exam upon hire and as needed.

Must complete annual TB test.

Demonstrates proficiency in basic computer skills (i.e., data entry, word processing and spreadsheets).

Requires a valid driver's license, access to a vehicle, and proof of automobile liability insurance coverage.