School Nurse

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree from an accredited institution in Nursing Public Health or closely related field.
• One year of full-time professional experience as a School Nurse or other related nursing field.
• Valid Florida license to practice as a registered nurse (RN).
• Valid Adult and Child First Aid/CPR/AED certificate issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Valid Florida Drivers License.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• National Certification in School Nursing (NCSN) or other relevant certifications.
• Two years of full-time professional experience as a School Nurse.
• Experience in health education and training for diverse populations.

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

• Knowledge of federal state and local laws statutes regulations codes and standards related to the area of responsibility.
• Knowledge of HIPAA Public Records Sunshine Law FERPA and other laws/regulations related to student and employee privacy public information and records retention.
• Excellent interpersonal verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to interact in a professional manner with a diverse group of faculty administration students and the community.
• Ability to think critically and make clear well-reasoned and timely decisions.
• Ability to take initiative to plan organize coordinate and perform work in various situation when numerous and diverse demands are involved.
• Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and environments.
• Ability to respond quickly to emergencies.
• Ability to administer First Aid/CPR/AED as needed for illness injury or life-threatening emergencies per certification training guideline.

Revised: 09/24/2024

Responsibilities

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Conduct health assessments through screenings interviews and record reviews to address student needs.
• Develop and manage health plans for students with acute or chronic health conditions.
• Train supervise and evaluate school personnel handling health procedures and treatments.
• Act as a liaison between home and school to support student health and attendance.
• Maintain evaluate and interpret student health records to accommodate individual needs.
• Implement and participate in District health policies emergency procedures and disaster planning.
• Make decisions on medical referrals and emergency services when necessary.
• Collaborate with staff and serve on the Child Study Team to provide health services for students.
• Provide health education for students parents and staff through counseling presentations and workshops.
• Ensure a safe and healthy school environment and promote health careers as a resource person.
• Administer First Aid/CPR/AED and perform Medicaid administrative claims activities as needed.
• Participate in research to improve School Health Services and uphold ethical standards of nursing and education.
• Any job-related duties as assigned.

Revised: 09/24/2024

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