Part-Time/Substitute Nurse

Harford County Public Schools•Bel Air, MD

11d•Onsite

About The Position

The Substitute School Nurse maximizes the potential of every student by promoting optimum health through the delivery and management of a comprehensive school health services program.

Requirements

Successful completion of an approved nursing program with a valid degree or diploma.
Hold and maintain a valid license from the Maryland State Board of Nursing as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with two years experience.
Hold and maintain current CPR certification by the American Heart Association (BLS for Health Care Providers) or the American Red Cross (CPR for the Professional Rescuer.)
Excellent oral and written communication skills; able to effectively communicate with students, school staff, and families/caregivers.
Job performance may include performance of physical activities such as walking, standing, lifting, and transfer up to 40 pounds in addition to operation of medical equipment and instruments and travel throughout the county.
Proficient in the use of computer technology.

Responsibilities

Provides students with direct care of injuries and acute illness utilizing the nursing process.
Administers medications and health care treatments.
Provides emergency care for ill and injured school population and refers them to appropriate medical care.
Instructs and directs school staff in implementing emergency action plans for students with chronic health concerns.
Complies with Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) regulations; delivers care in an ethical and confidential manner that is culturally sensitive.
Promotes a safe and orderly school environment.
Ensures appropriate exclusion for infectious illnesses and reports communicable diseases as required by law. Instructs and directs staff in standard precautions.
Performs other work-related duties as assigned.