School Nurse RN

Veritas Preparatory Academy • Phoenix, AZ

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Great Hearts Registered Nurse works in the campus health office, providing medical care and supporting the health and wellness of school-age scholars and school staff. The nurse assesses and cares for minor injuries, chronic illnesses, and urgent or emergency needs, and helps scholars develop their potential through health care and health education. The nurse also educates staff about health, emergency response, and emergency medication administration; communicates professionally with scholars, parents, and staff; and supervises additional health office staff.

The position is based at Veritas Preparatory Academy in Phoenix, Arizona. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements. Local travel may be needed for training and professional development. A part-time position may be available.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program.
• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license from the Arizona Board of Nursing and a valid RN license in the operating state.
• Current CPR certification; current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification are listed as experience requirements.
• Department of Public Safety fingerprint clearance and successful criminal history background check.
• Obtain certification and conduct hearing and vision screenings according to ADHS guidelines.
• Obtain SSMP certification and train staff on emergency use of epinephrine, albuterol, and Narcan.
• Expertise in school-age-specific health care plans for acute and chronic health conditions.
• Ability to implement policies and procedures, maintain current competency skills, and supervise Health Assistant/UAP competencies.
• Proficient computer skills and ability to complete state- and county-required reports.
• Strong organizational, communication, mentoring, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to remain focused during emergencies and demonstrate a calm, caring demeanor when working with scholars.
• Basic math skills to ensure proper medication dosages.
• Ability to present and train school staff.
• Ability to perform duties involving standing, sitting, repetitive hand and body movements, bending, squatting, and reaching, and to move or position equipment weighing up to approximately 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

• School nursing experience is highly recommended but not required.

Responsibilities

• Treat minor and emergent injuries and illnesses, and provide emergency care to stabilize severely ill or injured scholars or staff until a parent/guardian or EMS arrives.
• Provide basic first aid and CPR as needed, and assess and treat scholars with acute and chronic illnesses.
• Create and maintain Individualized Health Plans (IHPs), review and implement health care plans for allergy, asthma, seizure, and migraine diagnoses, and attend 504 and IEP meetings for scholars with health concerns.
• Screen scholars to identify underlying health conditions and abnormalities; maintain certification for vision and hearing screening and SSMP certification.
• Contact parents as needed regarding illness and injuries, and educate scholars about hygiene and safety practices.
• Administer daily and over-the-counter medications according to provider or parent instructions and Medication Guidelines; maintain medication administration documents and calculate dosage amounts accurately.
• Maintain complete and comprehensive documentation, including updated immunization records, hearing and vision screenings, and ASIR cards; file the state report by November 15.
• Keep the health office clean, organized, and quiet, and order supplies as needed.
• Delegate tasks to the Health Assistant/UAP when appropriate and provide that staff member with guidance and supervision, including supervision of competency skills.
• Train school staff in health and emergency response, including the use of epinephrine, albuterol, and Narcan for emergency use.
• Communicate pertinent and current information to the Director of Nursing and Headmaster.
• Supervise communicable disease prevention and control; consult with Headmasters, parents, teachers, and students; interpret exclusion regulations; and report disease to the Headmaster and Director of Nursing.
• Complete accident reports on the GH's Landing page.
• Recognize and report possible physical, sexual, or psychological abuse of students; review Child Find mandates annually, with new faculty attending a Child Find in-service.
• Maintain confidentiality of student health information in accordance with FERPA and HIPAA.
• Wear a name badge clearly displaying the title Registered Nurse (RN), as required by the AZBN.
• Support or consult on staff health matters related to workplace injuries and redirect as needed.
• Travel locally as needed for training and professional development.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with minimal employee contribution.
• 401(k) retirement plan with employer match.
• Supportive, mission-driven culture emphasizing collegiality, collaboration, and personal and professional growth.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time