Substitute School Nurse

Burke County Public Schools • Waynesboro, GA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Substitute School Nurse promotes and assists with the medical welfare of students so that all may perform to the extent of their abilities. This role involves administering medications, providing first aid, overseeing general health needs, preparing emergency plans, conducting screenings, administering treatments, checking vital signs, counseling students on medical and personal issues, maintaining health records, and ensuring a safe and healthy clinic environment. The position also includes communication with staff, parents, and external agencies, as well as maintaining professional development and adherence to ethical standards.

Requirements

• Certified/Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse.
• Current First Aid and CPR Certification.

Nice To Haves

• Three (3) years minimum successful pediatric, public health or school nursing preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administers all medications.
• Administers first aid as needed; oversees general health needs.
• Prepares plans for emergencies.
• Conducts screenings for lice and counsels students and parents on treatment of lice.
• Administers or assists with any treatment needed by students; catheterizations, suctioning, tube feedings, nebulizers.
• Checks blood pressures and temperatures of staff and students as needed.
• Conducts dental screenings as needed.
• Counsels students on medical issues, problems at home, illness, death, etc.
• Referrals made to counselors as needed.
• Maintains infection control procedures.
• Follows up (by phone) on injured or very ill students.
• Screens students checking out due to illness or injury.
• Maintains health records and immunization compliance.
• Maintains secure storage of all medications.
• Maintains accurate log of medication given daily.
• Maintains accurate log of students seen and treatments rendered daily.
• Obtains and keeps records of parental consent to administer medication.
• Calls parents as needed.
• Maintains adequate supplies used in the clinic.
• Fills out accident reports.
• Maintains clean environment in the clinic.
• Reports to principal any medical situations that might affect the student body, such as lice.
• Maintains files with emergency contact numbers for each student.
• Sends home current information concerning students such as lice outbreaks, strep throat, mononucleosis.
• Provides in-services to staff as requested.
• Keeps teacher informed on medical problems relating to students in their class.
• Maintains current CPR and First Aid training.
• Reads current nursing and medical journals.
• Reads school news health letter and reviews guidelines for school nurses.
• Attends in-service meetings for nurses.
• Remains active in GASN (GA. Association of Nurses).
• Takes part in Career Day at school.
• Maintains a cooperative working relationship with appropriate governmental agencies.
• Communicates effectively with the public, staff members, students, parents, administrators and other contact persons using tact and good judgment.
• Follows attendance, punctuality and proper dress rules.
• Ensures adherence to good safety standards.
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
• Models and maintains high ethical standards.
• Demonstrates initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
• Maintains expertise in assigned area to fulfill project goals and objectives.
• Participates successfully in the training programs offered to increase skill and proficiency related to assignment.
• Keeps supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
• Responds to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
• Serves on school/system committees as required or appropriate.
• Exhibits interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
• Demonstrates support for the school system and its goals and priorities.
• Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems or opportunities for improvement.
• Prepares all required reports and maintain all appropriate records.
• Participates in cross-training activities as required.
• Performs other tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of this position.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree