Substitute School Nurse (LPN)

Scott County School District•Georgetown, KY

16h•Onsite

About The Position

Administer first aid according to established procedures; conduct a variety of health screenings; prepare and maintain accurate student medical records. This role involves providing direct nursing care, conducting health screenings, maintaining medical records, dispensing medication, and collaborating with various health agencies and school personnel to address student health needs. The nurse will also be responsible for training students, parents, and staff, making home visits, and ensuring compliance with health regulations.

Requirements

Graduation as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse
One year comprehensive nursing experience
Valid KBN nursing license
Valid Kentucky driver's license
Knowledge of first aid, CPR and nursing practices and procedures.
Knowledge of various health-screening practices, procedures and techniques.
Knowledge of oral and written communication skills.
Knowledge of record-keeping techniques.
Knowledge of policies and objectives of assigned program and activities.
Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
Knowledge of health and safety regulations.
Knowledge of contagious diseases.
Ability to administer first aid according to established procedures.
Ability to conduct a variety of health screenings.
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.
Ability to make referrals and perform follow-up.
Ability to maintain medical equipment in proper working condition.
Ability to understand and follow written prescriptions.
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
Ability to maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.
Ability to complete work with many interruptions.
Ability to determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
Ability to observe health and safety regulations.

Responsibilities

Administer first aid or nursing care for accidents, seizures, preventive medicine and other educational-related medical problems; provide CPR and first aid to school employees as needed.
Conduct height, weight, vision, hearing, scoliosis and other health screenings as required; provide screening for head lice and observe students on a regular basis to detect health needs.
Refer students to appropriate personnel, resources or clinics and follow-up as necessary.
Maintain health records and medical logs; update immunization and student records as needed; prepare and submit periodical medical reports for appropriate organizations or District personnel and assure compliance with established laws and regulations.
Dispense and retain medication and perform medical treatment in accordance with physician's instructions within District guidelines.
Communicate with various community health agencies and civic organization to exchange information, coordinate activities and obtain student needs such as medication, glasses, hearing aids and clothing as needed.
Conduct training for students, parents and school staff as required.
Provide information and make recommendations to principals, substitutes, teachers and parents regarding health issues of students and school health program needs, develop programs to meet school health needs.
Make home visits as required; authorize re-admission to school.
Maintain stock of first aid supplies; assure medical equipment is in proper working condition; order supplies and equipment as needed.
Participate in screening for health defects and sanitary conditions in schools.
Maintain current knowledge of medical advances and information, public health issues and treatment procedures.
Perform related duties as assigned.