M2 - School Nurse
MaST Community Charter School•Philadelphia, PA
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About The Position
MaST II has an opening for a certified school nurse. Prospective candidates must possess up-to-date school clearances and the qualifications listed below. Applicants that don't yet have a CSN certification but are currently enrolled in a program to attain the certification are also encouraged to apply. Position: Certified School Nurse (CSN) Job Overview: Using the nursing process to oversee and/or provide medical and nursing care to the school community in accordance with current medical practice and nursing standards, relevant statutes, and regulations.
Requirements
- Bachelor of Science in Nursing
- Must be licensed as a registered nurse in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
- School Nurse Certification from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Responsibilities
- Develops and maintains a comprehensive school health services program for students following relevant state statutes and guidelines.
- In collaboration with the Director of Pupil Services, provides clinical supervision to the School Practical Nurse.
- Use collected data to help plan and evaluate the school health program.
- Compiles and submit student health government reports including the SHAARS report and applicable PIMS reports.
- Facilitates an organized system of coordinated care for students
- Maintains student comprehensive health records on each child and records of school nursing services including collecting student immunization records and emergency contact forms.
- Performs and/or oversees mandate screenings and completes student referrals and follow-up where applicable.
- Coordinates and oversees Section 504 plans, Individual Health Plans, and Emergency Care plans for students with specialized health needs.
- Coordinates, oversees, and reports Homebound Instruction for students on temporary medical leave.
- Maintains contact with parents/guardians for the purpose of advising them of changes in student health.
- Refers students requiring additional medical attention for the purpose of providing required follow-up treatment and services.
- Provides training on a variety of health related subjects including the specific health needs of students with chronic health needs that may require staff involvement.
- Provides direct services to students in accordance with current medical practice and relevant statues and regulations.
- Manages and controls acute and chronic disease.
- Carries out procedures for the control of communicable disease in collaboration with the PA Department of Health.
- Administers first aid for illness or injury to students and staff.
- Completes incident reports for student injuries and other serious health related issues.
- Administers medications and performs procedures according to physician orders and charter school procedures.
- Ensures physician orders for individual student medications and/or treatments comply with requirements for administration.
- Promotes a safe and health school environment.
- Plans for first aid services and instructs staff responsible for giving first aid.
- Promotes good safety practices within and outside of school buildings.
- Collaborates and actively participates in the Student Assistance Program, the School Wellness committee, and other student health related teams.
- Evaluate work related injuries of staff members and file necessary occupational health paperwork.
- Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
- Demonstrates ethical behavior in all aspects of student health and professional work.
- Participates in professional development opportunities.
- Performs related work as required.
