School Nurse - Opportunities Academy - Full-Time

About the role

This job is considered a leader in the provision of patient care utilizing the Nursing Process within the framework of the Nurse Practice Act, ANA Code for Nurses and Scope & Standards of Practice. This job administers nursing care under the guidelines of a school system. Participates in the implementation and evaluation of student care. Ensures the health, comfort and safety of students.

Responsibilities

• Administers nursing care within a school system.
• Effectively uses the Nursing Process in the delivery of patient/student care.
• Affects learning needs and implement teaching strategies appropriate for the diverse needs of the patient, family and other groups or disciplines.
• Utilizes data, information and knowledge to evaluate and promote change in order to achieve optimal outcomes.
• Embraces concepts and behaviors that enhance customer satisfaction and employee morale and improvement in the profession of nursing.
• Other related duties as required.

Requirements

Education: Required - Registered Nurse Diploma. Preferred - Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing.

Work Experience: Required - None.

Certifications: Required - Current RN license in the state of practice. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs)

• Must have computer skills and dexterity required for data entry and retrieval of patient information.
• Must be proficient with Windows-style applications, various software packages specific to role and keyboard.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and the ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Excellent time management skills.

Physical and Environmental Demands

The physical essential functions of this job include (but are not limited to) the following: Frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects; occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. Physical demand requirements are in excess of those for sedentary work. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid and tissue.

The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain diseases. There may be an occupational risk for exposure to all communicable diseases.

The incumbent works within a healthcare setting; works with hazardous medications or hazardous waste within the environment through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning and/or disposal of contaminated waste. The risk level of exposure may increase depending on the essential job duties of the role.

Benefits

Work is a big part of your life—but it’s not the only part. Ochsner provides benefits that address many parts of your life and help you be your best self.

Pay

Details on pay will be provided during the interview process.

Schedule

Details on schedule will be provided during the interview process.