Cluster Nurse, Student Services

Henry County Schools•McDonough, GA

91d•Onsite

About The Position

The Cluster Nurse position is part of the Family & Student Support division and reports to the Director of Mental Health & Wellness and Lead Nurse. This role is responsible for providing nursing services within schools, acting as a resource for clinic aides, and collaborating with school staff, parents, and healthcare providers to support student health. The nurse will develop individualized health plans, provide training on health procedures, manage communicable diseases, and ensure adherence to district policies and nursing regulations.

Requirements

Minimum of a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) license required.
Valid nursing licensure in the State of Georgia required.
CPR certification required.
Community health nursing experience in public health, hospital, and/or related medical facility required.
Knowledge of fundamental nursing concepts, practices, and procedures, essential.
Ability to provide specialized health-related services on a direct and indirect basis required.
Skills in training and supervision of health-related procedures required.
Demonstrated ability to maintain a positive and professional working relationship with all educators, students, staff, families, and other stakeholders.
Exceptional integrity, commitment to confidentiality, excellent character, and strong professional reputation.
Ability to abide by the Georgia Professional Standards Code of Ethics for Educators.
Must be regularly, predictably, and reliably at work.
Ability to be present at the physical worksite.
Must perform tasks involving prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting.
Must perform routine physical activities such as bending and lifting/pushing/pulling up to 50 pounds.
Must be able to properly and consistently supervise students, particularly during emergency situations.
Vision, hearing, written, and verbal communications are essential factors in performing required tasks.

Nice To Haves

Registered Nurse (RN) license preferred.
BSN/BS in health-related field preferred.
Three (3) years of pediatric nursing experience preferred.
Experience in a school setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as a resource for Clinic Aides and provide feedback for their evaluations.
Assist school staff in developing individualized health plans for students with identified health conditions, in collaboration with parents and healthcare providers.
Provide training to designated school staff on the implementation of Individualized Health Management Plans (IHMP, Action Plans, 504 plans) and specialized health care procedures.
Provide training and professional development for school staff regarding student health-related issues, including new Clinic Aide and clinic substitute training.
Consult and support school personnel, parents, and students on student health issues, including assisting schools in developing the health-related sections of 504 plans.
Adhere to district policies and regulations, using clinical knowledge for nursing practice decisions.
Deliver nursing services consistent with Georgia Board of Nursing rules and regulations and work within the scope of practice.
Ensure nursing procedures are efficient, safe, and effective.
Maintain accurate documentation of clinic services, including emergency situations.
Demonstrate ethical and professional behavior, maintaining confidentiality.
Serve as a liaison between staff, parents, community health practitioners, and health agencies for health information pertinent to educational planning.
Work with the Lead Nurse to establish system-wide health procedures and guidelines in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
Assist schools in managing communicable diseases, including implementing infection control procedures, in collaboration with the Lead Nurse, local public health department, and healthcare providers.
Present a professional and well-groomed appearance according to the district dress code.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by appropriate administrator.