1.0 FTE School Nurse 25-26 school year

Iowa City Community School District•North Liberty, IA

About The Position

Provide direct and indirect health services to students and participate in the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the school health services program to enhance student learning, promote the overall efficiency of the school system and maximize the educational opportunities available to each child.

Requirements

Registered nurse with a minimum of a bachelor's degree in nursing
Evidence of strong organizational skills
Demonstrated ability to work with people
Evidence of good ability to communicate with a wide range of people
Strong knowledge of the healthcare needs of children
Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the District may find appropriate and acceptable.

Nice To Haves

Community health or school nursing experience preferred

Responsibilities

Assess students’ physical and emotional health to plan and develop an individualized plan for the provision of health services at school.
Plan and oversee the provision of first aid and emergency care to students during the school day.
Collaborate with community agencies and district staff to promote health and wellness for students, families, and staff.
Assist students and families in accessing health care and social service resources.
Plan and supervise the care of students with special health care needs, including training of district staff providing this care.
Provide staff training on student health conditions.
Consult with parents and health care providers.
Participate in the planning and operation of the school health services programs to aid in preventing and controlling communicable diseases.
Maintain student health records.
Assist in the identification, follow-up, and reporting of child abuse/neglect cases.
Assist in the evaluation of district Health Services.
Assist the Senior Health Services Manager where appropriate.
Other duties as assigned