School Nurse AMS West

Hendricks Regional Health•Avon, IN

About The Position

The School Nurse provides health services that minimize student absences due to illness, create a climate of health and well-being, and remove health-related barriers to learning. The role provides or enhances medical and health education experiences and may direct non-licensed and/or licensed practical nurses as assigned. The nurse provides care to students in assigned buildings, supports school personnel with student-health information and training, and maintains accurate documentation and compliance with applicable health standards and protocols.

Requirements

Associate degree in Nursing from an accredited School of Nursing.
Current active Registered Nurse licensure from the Indiana State Board of Nurses’ Registration and Nursing Education.
One to two years of experience in a health field relating to school-age children and/or previous school-nursing experience.
BLS certification.
Computer skills.
Obtain and maintain any area-specific required education; this education may be obtained upon hire.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN); the posting also states it is preferred or required within five years of hire.

Responsibilities

Use supplies and equipment efficiently, streamline processes to reduce waste, complete duties promptly, and document scheduled hours and education as required.
Provide triage, treatment, and first aid for ill or injured students; maintain quality standards and create Individualized Healthcare Plans when warranted.
Communicate effectively and non-judgmentally with students, school staff, and parents, while protecting privacy and confidentiality.
Address students’ healthcare needs and remove health-related barriers to learning.
Follow universal precautions and other safety practices, use proper body mechanics, assess vital signs, administer medications safely, use two patient identifiers, and maintain accurate records.
Maintain knowledge of current pharmacology and provide student and parent education when indicated.
Ensure mandated immunizations and testing are completed and documented annually.
Share student-health information and training with school personnel who have a legitimate educational interest, consistent with regulations.
Implement protocols approved by the medical director and perform clinical procedures within the scope of licensure under a physician’s order or protocol.
Maintain competency through routine substitute work and participate in professional development and professional organization activities.
Demonstrate leadership and serve as a role model and resource for students and school staff.
Meet customer-service standards, address ethical issues, and support the organization’s nursing mission, vision, values, and philosophy.
Build collegial relationships with students, families, visitors, coworkers, physicians, school principals, and administrative personnel; foster relationships with future healthcare students and education programs.
Provide holistic, competent care to students of all ages and from diverse populations, and maintain a professional, quiet patient environment.