Nurse Practitioner

Wichita Public Schools•Wichita, KS

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About The Position

The Nurse Practitioner, Health Services, is directly responsible to the Director of Health Services for the coordination and completion of pre-employment health screenings and other related health services for Wichita Public Schools. This position is vital for ensuring compliance with district health protocols, supporting Human Resources in onboarding processes, and promoting safe and healthy work environments for all employees.

Requirements

This position requires a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited program
Current licensure as a Registered Nurse and Nurse Practitioner in the State of Kansas
Current national certification as a Nurse Practitioner
Minimum of three (3) years of clinical experience as a Nurse Practitioner
Current CPR/BLS certification
Ability to be in attendance regularly
Must be able to work overtime as needed
Must be able to work extended hours as needed during peak hiring periods
Ability to perform clinical assessments requiring standing, bending, lifting light equipment, and performing examinations
Ability to maintain concentration and accuracy in documentation and medical record review
Ability to communicate both verbally and written in order to communicate with others inside and outside of the organization for the purpose of giving and obtaining information
Ability to communicate effectively with a Supervisor when their discretion is needed
Ability to perform as an effective team player
Ability to plan, organize, make decisions and prioritize work to meet the daily demands of the building
Basic computer proficiency and the ability to effectively use Microsoft Word and Outlook which will be determined and validated by testing
Exhibits a professional manner and a positive attitude
Must be detailed oriented
Use good judgment to make decisions on recurring assignments
Display a significant degree of professionalism and confidentiality
Ability to conform to proper standards of professional dress and appearance
Knowledge of company's mission, purpose, goals and the role of every employee in achieving each of them
Effective verbal and written communication and math skills which will be determined and validated by testing

Nice To Haves

Experience in occupational health, employee health, or public health preferred
Experience working in a school district or public sector environment preferred

Responsibilities

Conducts pre-employment physical examinations and tb skin tests in accordance with district, state, and federal requirements
Reviews medical histories and evaluates fitness for duty consistent with established guidelines
Orders, performs, and interprets appropriate diagnostic tests as required for employment clearance
Documents and maintains accurate and confidential employee health records in compliance with HIPAA and district policies
Schedules and coordinates pre-employment screenings to ensure timely onboarding of new hires
Serves as liaison between the Health Services Department and Human Resources regarding employment health requirements
Communicates clearance status and follow-up requirements to Human Resources in a timely and professional manner
Provides guidance to HR and district administrators regarding employee health compliance matters
Assists in the development and implementation of health policies and procedures
Supports employee wellness initiatives and other health-related programs as assigned
Maintains current knowledge of occupational health standards, immunization requirements, and public health regulations
Ensures compliance with OSHA regulations and other applicable workplace health standards
Participates in department planning, evaluation, and continuous improvement efforts
Assists with additional duties as assigned by the Director of Health Services
May assist with health-related training, policy development, or special health initiatives as needed