School Nurse (RN)- Haysville Middle School

Educate Kansas•Haysville, KS

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About The Position

School Nurse (RN)- Haysville Middle School Haysville USD 261 • www.usd261.com Job Title: School Nurse (RN) Supervisor: Building Principal Evaluation Completed By: Supervisor or Designee Salary Range: According to USD 261 Negotiated Agreement Qualifications and Requirements: 1. Current Kansas Registered Nursing License. 2. Associate degree in nursing from an accredited university. Bachelor`s in nursing from an accredited university is preferred. 3. Current certification in BLS. 4. Experience in pediatrics and school setting is preferred. 5. Must have knowledge and ability to use health equipment and computer applications. 6. Maintain current TB testing as required by Health Department regulations (after employment offer is made). 7. Considerable knowledge of medical disorders and treatment. 8. Considerable knowledge of child growth and development. 9. Working knowledge of public health problems and procedures for treatment in coordination with other health and social service agencies. 10. Working knowledge of Federal- State- and Local laws and regulations affecting the delivery of school health services. 11. Some knowledge of the school organization and community served. 12. Ability to identify abnormal growth and development and symptoms of disease. 13. Ability to coordinate and facilitate services between the school- local health agency- and other community resources. 14. Ability to develop positive working relationships Performance Responsibilities: 1. Serves as a health advocate for the pupil. 2. Provides building level leadership to promote healthy attitudes among pupils and teachers and a safe and healthy school environment. 3. Encourages- coordinates- and participates in programs of health education through individual pupil/parent consultation and classroom participation. 4. Facilitates the implementation of Board of Education health related policies. 5. Assesses- develops- and implements health care plans for pupils according to Board of Education policy- state School Accreditation standards- and Nurse Practice Act regulations. 6. Designs and implements- within approved procedures- a health appraisal program- including dental inspections- vision and hearing screening. 7. Collaborates with other school personnel- including administrators- support staff and teachers- toward the promotion of child health and its optimal interaction with education. 8. Counsels with pupils- parents- and school personnel concerning health needs or health concerns of pupils. 9. Works closely with family regarding the pupil`s health needs- facilitating communication and health between the school- parents- and the pupil`s health care provider. 10. Participates as a member of the Student Intervention and 504 Teams. Interprets pupil health status and- as indicated- plans- provides- and monitors related health services. 11. Assists in the prevention and control of communicable diseases- including monitoring of immunization status. 12. Notify parents of the need for medical and screening referrals- with follow up to ensure all students receive proper care. 13. Is knowledgeable of community and health resources and assists parents to utilize these resources. 14. Assists in providing emergency care for pupils and school personnel in case of injury or sudden illness until a lawful custodian assumes responsibility. 15. Ensure documentation of medication and maintain- dispense- and secure all student medication according to policy for medication administration. 16. Ensure health room has first aid and health supplies; check AEDs weekly and notify supervisor of any equipment needing repair. 17. Ensure a high level of confidentiality regarding student and staff information in order to remain in compliance with legal requirements and to maintain a professional work environment. Physical Requirements/Environmental Conditions: Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in a fast-pace- high-intensive work environment. Terms of Employment: Certified Employee Exemption Status: Exempt Employee Employee Acknowledgement: This document describes the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Duties- responsibilities- and activities may change at any time with or without notice. https://haysville.tedk12.com/hire/ViewJob.aspx?JobID=4813 Benefits Information NA Salary Information NA Employer Information The Haysville School District combines the personalized spirit of a small town with a top-notch staff, curriculum and facilities normally associated with larger communities With care and individual attention, we focus on putting each student on the road to a lifetime of learning. Encompassing 36 square miles of south-central Sedgwick County, the Haysville School District (No. 261) draws students from a wide range of urban and rural backgrounds to create a rich, well-blended student body. Our curriculum, designed to meet each student`s educational needs, emphasizes the core academic areas of reading, math, science, and social studies, while incorporating all State of Kansas standards for education and reflecting national curriculum reform efforts. Please go the district`s website at https://haysville.schoolrecruiter.net to complete an online application. For more information about the Haysville School District visit our website at http://www.usd261.com "Unified School District 261 does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, military status or age in its programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies. Mrs. Gillian Macias, Assistant Superintendent for Human Resources, 1745 W. Grand, Haysville, Kansas 67060 Office Phone: (316) 554-2206, Email: [email protected]

Requirements

Current Kansas Registered Nursing License.
Associate degree in nursing from an accredited university. Bachelor`s in nursing from an accredited university is preferred.
Current certification in BLS.
Must have knowledge and ability to use health equipment and computer applications.
Maintain current TB testing as required by Health Department regulations (after employment offer is made).
Considerable knowledge of medical disorders and treatment.
Considerable knowledge of child growth and development.
Working knowledge of public health problems and procedures for treatment in coordination with other health and social service agencies.
Working knowledge of Federal- State- and Local laws and regulations affecting the delivery of school health services.
Some knowledge of the school organization and community served.
Ability to identify abnormal growth and development and symptoms of disease.
Ability to coordinate and facilitate services between the school- local health agency- and other community resources.
Ability to develop positive working relationships
Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in a fast-pace- high-intensive work environment.

Nice To Haves

Experience in pediatrics and school setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Serves as a health advocate for the pupil.
Provides building level leadership to promote healthy attitudes among pupils and teachers and a safe and healthy school environment.
Encourages- coordinates- and participates in programs of health education through individual pupil/parent consultation and classroom participation.
Facilitates the implementation of Board of Education health related policies.
Assesses- develops- and implements health care plans for pupils according to Board of Education policy- state School Accreditation standards- and Nurse Practice Act regulations.
Designs and implements- within approved procedures- a health appraisal program- including dental inspections- vision and hearing screening.
Collaborates with other school personnel- including administrators- support staff and teachers- toward the promotion of child health and its optimal interaction with education.
Counsels with pupils- parents- and school personnel concerning health needs or health concerns of pupils.
Works closely with family regarding the pupil`s health needs- facilitating communication and health between the school- parents- and the pupil`s health care provider.
Participates as a member of the Student Intervention and 504 Teams. Interprets pupil health status and- as indicated- plans- provides- and monitors related health services.
Assists in the prevention and control of communicable diseases- including monitoring of immunization status.
Notify parents of the need for medical and screening referrals- with follow up to ensure all students receive proper care.
Is knowledgeable of community and health resources and assists parents to utilize these resources.
Assists in providing emergency care for pupils and school personnel in case of injury or sudden illness until a lawful custodian assumes responsibility.
Ensure documentation of medication and maintain- dispense- and secure all student medication according to policy for medication administration.
Ensure health room has first aid and health supplies; check AEDs weekly and notify supervisor of any equipment needing repair.
Ensure a high level of confidentiality regarding student and staff information in order to remain in compliance with legal requirements and to maintain a professional work environment.