Office Nurse Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Current RN License.
• Bachelor’s degree in Nursing.
• California Standard Designated Services Credential with a specialization in Health, or a valid Health & Development Credential issued before 1974.
• Public Health Nurse Certificate.
• California School Audiometrist Certificate.
• California Driver's License.
• Current CPR Certification; the course may be completed within 6 months of employment.
• Knowledge of and ability to apply appropriate scientific theory to decision-making in nursing practice.
• Knowledge of and ability to perform mandated school health screenings and develop individualized health plans using the nursing process.
• Ability to assess student responses to nursing actions and evaluate progress toward goals.
• Ability to collaborate with other professionals in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating programs and school health activities.
• Scientific knowledge and technical competence in providing direct and indirect student services.
• Knowledge of disease prevention and restorative measures.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with community resources, parents, and staff.
• Two years of demonstrated successful experience as a School Nurse or Public Health Nurse.

Responsibilities

• Promote the physical, emotional, and mental health of students as part of an educational program.
• Establish and maintain comprehensive school health programs.
• Perform mandated school health screenings.
• Develop individualized health plans using the nursing process and assess student responses to nursing actions.
• Revise nursing databases, diagnoses, and care plans as needed, and evaluate progress toward goals.
• Collaborate with other professionals to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate programs and school health activities.
• Assist students, families, and groups in achieving optimal wellness through health education.
• Provide direct and indirect services to ensure students’ safety, comfort, personal hygiene, and protection.
• Work and communicate effectively with community resources, parents, and staff.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Health and Wellness Program, including Employee Assistance Program and Mental Health Resources
• Life insurance
• Long-term disability coverage
• California State Teachers Retirement System (CalSTRS) or California Public Employees Retirement System (CalPERS)
• 403b or 457 retirement accounts
• Paid sick leave
• Tuition reimbursement
• Full-time employees working 30 or more hours weekly are offered free dental and vision coverage for themselves and eligible dependents.
• Most medical plans are offered at no cost to employees and their eligible dependents.