School Nurse - AHS

Alleghany County Public Schools•Covington, VA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Develops, implements, and manages a school health program for a school population as defined by the school division. Responsibilities include program management of nursing services, collaboration, health education, community health planning and professional practice. Evaluates and meets or determines the need for additional services for immediate medical assistance of referred students and school personnel. Supervises Licensed Practical Nurses as assigned.

Requirements

Must hold a minimum of a current license as a registered nurse from the Virginia State Board of Nursing
Hold a current certification in CPR-American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Responsibilities

Maintains and respects confidentiality of student and school personnel information, while maintaining the safety and welfare for all students and staff members
Follows federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and policies regarding children’s educational welfare
Reports any pertinent information to the proper authorities in cases of child endangerment, neglect, or abuse
Establishes, reviews, and revises policies and procedures, and specific programs for school health services and education
Implements and coordinates state mandated programs involving building administrators, nurses, school staff, Health Department, and community agencies
Supervises Licensed Practical Nurses as assigned
Provides direct health services to students in assigned school.
Assesses students' health needs as they arise and/or as requested by school administration
Maintains health clinics in assigned schools
Reviews all emergency care forms in assigned school in the Fall and when students transfer during the school year
Participates in the development and oversight of the Student Health Care Plans, as requested by the building administrator
Confers with teachers on student health matters in assigned school
Instructs students and staff, as requested by the building administrator(s), on issues dealing with family life education and other health concerns
Performs student health screenings checks in assigned schools
Remains informed and knowledgeable about health provisions within Virginia School Laws
Interprets and presents medical information to eligibility committee in special education as requested by building administrator(s)
Manages the Welligent system at the assigned school and participates in Medicaid outreach programs
Maintains accurate records of all services provided
Maintains licensure/certification; assumes responsibility for professional growth and keeps materials, supplies, and skills up-to-date
Serves as a liaison with parents, primary health care providers and other health officials/agencies that may be participating in the case management process of students
Attends workshops/seminars/professional meetings to stay informed of new developments and literature in nursing
Cooperates with staff members and parents in maintaining a positive climate
Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities
Complies with and supports school and division regulations and policies
Maintains proper boundaries with students at all times, assuring respect for the ethical and legal duties in the staff-student relationship and the essential duty to serve as a role model
Provides a good role model of an educated professional in appearance, demeanor, dress and behavior
Models non-discriminatory practices in all activities
Performs other duties as assigned by the building administrator(s) or Director of Special Education to address district-wide needs in accordance with school and division policies/ practices