PCA Nurse

Pensacola Christian College•Brent, FL

21d

About The Position

The PCA Nurse provides student health support during school hours by assisting the Senior Nurse with basic medical care, medication administration, health documentation, and upkeep of the First Aid office. The role promotes timely student care, accurate records, effective parent communication, and a clean, appropriately supplied health care environment. The nurse assesses students with minor medical concerns and provides basic first aid within established practices, consulting the Senior Nurse when additional guidance is needed. The nurse communicates health-related information to parents and documents care and communication accurately. The role also administers student medication according to established procedures, maintains records of medication administration, helps maintain student health records, and keeps the First Aid office clean, organized, and stocked. The position requires following established standards for potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens and bodily fluids. Ideal candidates are born-again Christians dedicated to training young people to serve God and to educating students based on biblical values. Applicants must agree with Pensacola Christian College’s Mission, Purpose & Objectives, Doctrinal Position, Philosophy of Education, and Faculty & Staff Commitments. The organization reserves the right to fill the role at a higher or lower grade level based on ministry needs, and an assessment may be required.

Requirements

Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
CNA, LPN, RN, or ARPN qualification.
First Aid knowledge.
Microsoft Office skills.
Ability to multitask.
Physical stamina to handle healthcare-related tasks, sights, and smells.
Ability to remain calm.
Experience or ability working with children.
Written and verbal communication skills.
Applicants must agree with Pensacola Christian College’s Mission, Purpose & Objectives, Doctrinal Position, Philosophy of Education, and Faculty & Staff Commitments.
Ideal candidates must be born-again Christians, be dedicated to training young people for serving God, and desire to educate students based on biblical values.

Responsibilities

Assess students with minor medical concerns and provide basic first aid within established practices.
Consult the Senior Nurse about student needs and concerns requiring additional guidance.
Contact parents about health-related issues involving their children and communicate relevant information promptly and clearly.
Accurately and consistently document health care and communication.
Administer student medication according to established procedures and available student instructions.
Verify appropriate information before administering medication and document each administration accurately.
Consult the Senior Nurse when medication questions or concerns arise.
Keep the First Aid office clean, orderly, and ready for use.
Follow established standards for possible exposure to bloodborne pathogens and bodily fluids.
Monitor and restock supplies, and promptly address or communicate supply and cleanliness concerns.
Assist with filing and maintaining student health records and related documentation.
Organize and protect records during routine handling, complete assigned record-support activities in a timely manner, and assist with other First Aid office responsibilities as needed.