Clinical Nurse RN Position (Midview)

Lorain County Public Health-•Elyria, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Lorain County Public Health is excited to hire a Registered Nurse to serve as a Public Health Nurse in a dynamic school-based setting during the academic year. In this role, the RN will provide essential care and support to students while practicing within the full scope of nursing, under the guidance of the School Nurse Supervisor.

Requirements

Demonstrate knowledge of child and adolescent health issues, growth, and development, and social-emotional needs.
Demonstrate competency in providing care to ill or injured children and children with medical needs.
Must be able to provide culturally appropriate and compassionate care.
Must be able to perform duties in a fast-paced school clinic setting, follow physician’s orders, and nursing care plans.
Able to work independently and as a team player.
Must be able to prioritize activities and needs, follow timelines and meet work deadlines.
Must have clear and professional oral and written communication skills.
Competent in computer skills including word, email, and electronic health records.
Must hold a current RN license in the State of Ohio.
Be in possession of a valid driver’s license for the State of Ohio with reliable transportation and proof of auto insurance.
Must have proof of and maintain up-to-date vaccinations for healthcare providers or be in the process of completing.
Must be able to wear PPE, including a face mask and face shield, when required.

Responsibilities

Work independently and as a member of an interdisciplinary team to coordinate the delivery of school health services to staff and students within a school district.
Collaborate with physicians, parents, and school staff to develop plans of care for students with chronic disease and special needs.
Ensure compliance with immunization requirements and reporting.
Perform required screening and referrals and assist families with services and resources.
Delegation and training of unlicensed school personnel.
Collect school health data to use for evaluation and planning. Identify health issues that need to be addressed and contribute to the improvement of policies, programs, and services.
Promote wellness initiatives that improve health and school performance.
Other Public Health nurse duties as assigned