School Nurse-RN/LPN (Central Middle School)

What You'll Be Doing:

• Covering openings at schools due to the regular school nurse needing to take PTO.
• May also be asked to cover long-term for vacancies created during the school year.
• Assist nurses at their home schools on days of special events such as Score 1, screening days, medical field trips, etc.
• Conduct health screenings and assessments to identify at-risk individuals and existing problems.
• Develop and implement nursing care plans, including medication administration and special health care procedures.
• Manage immunization records and ensure compliance with state statutes.
• Assess and address student injuries and illnesses, providing appropriate first aid and documentation.
• Identify and manage communicable diseases common to school-age populations.
• Health Education and Counseling
• Provide health counseling and guidance to students, parents, and staff.
• Teach first aid procedures and emergency care.
• Present health information in an organized and age-appropriate manner.
• Educate students, parents, and staff on health conditions and treatment plans.
• Encourage teachers to incorporate health concepts into the curriculum.
• Collaboration and Coordination
• Serve as a liaison between physicians, families, and community resources.
• Report appropriate health information to local health units.
• Participate in disaster drills and safety assessments.
• Professional Development and Compliance
• Maintain compliance with the Missouri Nursing Practice Act and relevant statutes.
• Continuously update knowledge and incorporate new techniques in school health.
• Document essential health information and maintain accurate records.
• Assess the school environment for safety and health hazards.

To Be Successful at This Job, You'll Need To:

• Licensed in the State of Missouri as a Registered Nurse.
• Graduation from an accredited Associate’s degree program in Nursing (ADN).
• Current CPR/First Aid/AED certification.
• Proficiency in Word and Excel.
• Experience in a school or medical setting.

Physical Demands:

• Sit, stand, walk, speak, hear, use hands and fingers, reach, bend, stoop, lift up to 25 pounds, and kneel on the floor.
• Must be able to walk stairs and assist in lifting students in emergencies.

Benefits:

• Health and Dental Insurance are provided.
• KCPS Defined Benefit Pension plan – mandatory 9% contribution is required from employee and matched by KCPS; Voluntary retirement savings plans are also available.