School Nurse

Access Group, Inc.•Little Rock, AR

14h•Onsite

About The Position

The School Nurse collaborates with Primary Care Physicians (PCPs) and other allied health professionals regarding the medical needs of students/clients. This role involves maintaining a list of student/client medications and administering them as prescribed. The nurse will examine students/clients needing medical attention, making decisions based on facts and experience, and will gather medical information on new students/clients. Responsibilities include maintaining documentation of Accident/Incident Reports, immunization records, and employee CPR and First Aid certifications. Nursing services must be provided by licensed nurses.

Requirements

A degree from an accredited school of vocational nursing.
Current Arkansas license as a Registered or Licensed Practical Nurse.
Minimum of two years of experience working with children, adolescents, and/or adults with special needs preferred, but not required.
Ability to communicate effectively and professionally with a wide variety of people.
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret therapy evaluation reports for quality and accuracy.
Basic computer skills which includes a working knowledge of databases, word processing, spreadsheets, and Internet software.
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and policies and procedures.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of therapists and managers.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions provided in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
Minimal travel is required for this position; this travel may include transporting students/clients.
ACCESS drivers are required to maintain a valid Driver’s License, current auto liability insurance and registration, a clean driving record, and physical ability to drive to local locations throughout Arkansas.

Nice To Haves

Minimum of two years of experience working with children, adolescents, and/or adults with special needs

Responsibilities

Collaborates with PCPs and other allied health professionals regarding the medical needs of students/clients and reports pertinent medical information.
Maintains organized and updated lists of student/client medications, administers medications, and documents administration, dosage, frequency, and route.
Monitors students/clients for drug reactions and documents any reactions.
Notifies parents/guardians when medications need to be refilled.
Examines students/clients in need of medical attention, responds accordingly, and makes sound nursing decisions.
Notifies parents/guardians of situations requiring medical attention and contacts PCPs if necessary.
Documents illnesses or injuries requiring medical attention and follows up with students/clients and/or parents/guardians.
Gathers student/client medical information including immunization records, medical consents, prescribed medications, and allergies.
Submits Release of Information forms to request additional medical information/records.
Informs staff of student/client medical issues/concerns as appropriate.
Advocates for referrals to outside specialists and other allied health professionals.
Obtains discharge summaries for students/clients who have been absent due to hospitalization.
Determines appropriate plans of action in response to accidents and incidents, instructs employees on documentation, and assists with notifying parents/guardians.
Maintains or assists with maintaining Accident/Incident Report forms.
Maintains documentation of immunizations for each student and ensures immunizations remain current.
Keeps parents/guardians and Program Directors apprised of immunization status.
Maintains an updated list of allergies for each student/client in deTaso.
Reviews all medical records received and distributes them to appropriate personnel.
Notifies relevant staff of anything related to the student’s/client’s treatment or potential risk.
Notifies supervisor when medical equipment needs to be ordered and stocks equipment when received.
Schedules CPR and First Aid classes as needed.
Maintains documentation of employee CPR and First Aid certifications and expiration dates.
Notifies employees of expiration dates and schedules classes as needed.
Assists with outcomes data collection and utilization for continuous quality improvement.
Maintains first aid kits and oxygen tanks.
Maintains daily temperature logs on refrigerators containing medications.
Ensures that medical documentation is complete and in compliance with regulatory agencies and company standards.
Promotes continuity, consistency, and expediency of medical care to students/clients.
Serves as a resource for staff in areas of primary health care, infection control, disease processes, and emergency procedures.
Performs staff in-services as needed.
Maintains and updates Medical Policies and Procedures for the organization.
Completes relevant and approved continuing professional education each year.
Maintains familiarity with company policies and procedures, as well as requirements set forth by regulatory agencies.
May perform other direct student/client medical care responsibilities, as appropriate.
May perform other related or non-related duties, as assigned.