School Nurse RN

Great Hearts Academies • Phoenix, AZ

1d • $40,500 - $55,000 • Onsite

About The Position

The Great Hearts Registered Nurse works in the campus health office, providing medical care and promoting 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 role also includes educating staff about health, emergency response, and emergency medication administration. The Registered Nurse maintains professional communication with scholars, parents, and staff and supervises additional health office staff.

The position is based at Veritas Preparatory Academy in Phoenix, Arizona, and reports to the Director of Nursing and Headmaster. Compensation is $40,500–$55,000. A part-time position may be available. Employment is contingent on successfully completing a criminal history background check and fingerprint clearance in accordance with state requirements. Local travel may be needed for training and professional development.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program.
• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license from the Arizona Board of Nursing and in the operating state.
• Current CPR certification.
• Current CPR, First Aid, and AED certification.
• Department of Public Safety fingerprint clearance and background check.
• Obtain certification and conduct hearing and vision screenings in accordance with ADHS guidelines.
• Obtain SSMP certification.
• Expertise in school-age-specific health care plans for acute and chronic health conditions.
• Competence in implementing policies and procedures.
• Maintain current competency skills and supervise Health Assistant/UAP competencies.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Ability to complete state- and county-required reports.
• Strong organizational, communication, mentoring, coaching, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to demonstrate a calm, caring demeanor when working with scholars.
• Good presentation skills for training school staff.
• Basic math skills to ensure accurate medication dosages.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in school nursing is highly recommended but not required.

Responsibilities

• Treat minor and emergent injuries and illnesses, and remain focused during emergencies.
• 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.
• Assess and treat scholars with acute and chronic illnesses.
• Create and maintain Individualized Health Plans (IHPs), and attend 504 and IEP meetings for scholars with identified health concerns.
• Maintain certification for vision and hearing screening and SSMP certification.
• Screen scholars, identify abnormalities in health status, and review and implement health care plans for allergy, asthma, seizure, and migraine diagnoses.
• Contact parents as needed regarding illnesses and injuries.
• Educate scholars about hygiene and safety practices.
• Administer and document student medications according to medication guidelines, including daily and over-the-counter medications as directed by providers or parents.
• Maintain complete and thorough documentation and calculate medication dosages accurately.
• Keep the health office clean, organized, and quiet, and order supplies as needed.
• Compile and maintain current immunization records, hearing and vision screenings, and ASIR cards; file the state report by November 15.
• Delegate tasks to the Health Assistant/UAP when appropriate and provide guidance and supervision.
• Keep the Director of Nursing and Headmaster informed of pertinent information arising from the work and ensure information remains current.
• Supervise communicable disease prevention and control; consult with school leaders, 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, and review Child Find mandates annually.
• Maintain confidentiality of student health information in accordance with FERPA and HIPAA.
• Wear a name badge clearly displaying the Registered Nurse (RN) title, as required by the AZBN.
• Support or consult on staff health concerns related to workplace injuries and redirect as needed.
• Train staff on emergency use of Epinephrine, Albuterol, and Narcan.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time