Health Compliance Coordinator

The Classical Academy of Sarasota Inc

18h•Onsite

About The Position

The Health Compliance Coordinator position reports to the Front Desk Admissions Director. This person will assist with the creation and implementation of medication policies under the direction of the Founders, Deans, and Front Desk Director. This position will work closely with the Student Health Coordinator and the Safety Response Team. This position is responsible for reviewing student health procedures and supplies to ensure appropriate safety and compliance with best practice standards. This is a Part-Time (10 month position at 5-10 hours per week).

Requirements

Demonstrates enthusiasm and commitment toward the position and the mission of TCA by supporting TCA’s values
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including active listening skills
Strong interpersonal and customer service skills
Demonstration of TCA’s virtues and habits
Ambition and desire to grow as a professional
Acceptance of honest feedback and coaching for professional growth
Ability to work effectively as part of a team, achieving common goals
Is agreeable, tactful and cooperative with staff, students and parents
Ability to positively demonstrate compassion, empathy and respect for others
Possesses strong time management & organizational skills and the ability to prioritize effectively and complete work with little supervision within agreed timeline
Be at work consistently, to be on time, to follow instructions, to respond to management direction and to solicit feedback to improve performance
Looks for ways to improve and promote quality
Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness
Ability to maintain confidential files and information
Current and valid Registered Nurse (RN) or higher license in the United States.
Certification or experience in Pediatric Nursing or School Nursing.
Completion of a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) or equivalent degree.
Flexibility to collaborate with multiple departments
Familiarity with working in an educational establishment
Superb organizational, self-management, and problem-solving skills
A desire for feedback and an openness to engage in a process of self-improvement
Alignment with the educational philosophy and core beliefs of TCA
Successful results of criminal and employment background check

Responsibilities

Assist with Implementation of Health/Medication Policy
Review Health/Medication treatment form to ensure all necessary information is collected
Review / Update as needed
Review data in FACTS to ensure proper notations are made
Work with Records department as needed to ensure Kindergarten & 7th grade Health Department Compliance (complete & submit by Oct 1)
Be on site for Health Dept. Scoliosis check/screening if applicable
Create and maintain staff emergency contact list (Allergies, Emergency response plan)
Review and update procedures for preparing and labeling emergency bags
Assist with creating emergency response plan under the direction of the headmaster and in collaboration with the Student Health Coordinator and Safety Team
Review procedure for managing and logging daily administration of medication
Review procedures for organizing / labeling medications kept at school for students
Ensure proper forms are on file
Review weekly medical alerts with Student Health Coordinator to ensure up to date in FACTS
Update medical alerts as needed
Review Medications Monthly for expired medications
Provide list of updates needed to Student Health Coordinator for expired medications
Ensure illness assessment/injury treatment procedures are in compliant with school health care best practices.
Review illness assessment/injury treatment monthly
Ensure injury/illness reporting procedures are compliant with school health care best practices.
Review reporting for injuries such as: Head/Eyes, Swelling, Puncture, Broken bone
Review necessary medical supplies with Student Health Coordinator monthly.
Review compliance with over-the-counter supplies such as Band-Aids/gauze/medical tape, Topical meds, Cough drops, thermometers, Tylenol, Ibuprofen etc.
Be on site and assist with setting up training for Epi pens, CPR/Choking/First Aid, Emergency response
Assist Student Health Coordinator to contact all parents for medication pick-up at the end of the year
Assist Student Health Coordinator to confirm with teachers if any students attending field trips have a Medical Alert, they are reminded/aware/have meds, etc.
Review First aid bags for Teacher Aides supplies with Student Health Coordinator Annually
Ensure Student Health Coordinator has a current printed emergency contact list
Update emergency contact list through FACTS Monthly/Quarterly/As Needed
Review student emergency plans into FACTS