Occupational Health - BSN - PRN - School Nurse- Sidney City Schools - YEAR ROUND

Wilson Health is seeking a School Nurse to join our Occupational Health team at various locations in the Sidney City School District.

This position is as needed - some travel required to go to other school locations.

Hours for this position are 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday

FLSA Status: PRN

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Required: BSN - Registered nurse with a Baccalaureate degree or higher and valid state nursing license. Valid ODE license as a school nurse or willingness to obtain license or ODE registration within 3 months of hiring.

Key Perks and Benefits:

• Pay (Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, Holiday Pay, and Direct Deposit)
• Retirement (Defined Contribution, Employer Contribution, Employer Match (no waiting period), and Various Investment Options)
• Free access to an on-site gym, available 24/7, making it easy to prioritize your health and wellness before or after your shift.
• Employees receive a 10% discount on food and beverages at the Wilson Cafeteria, Coffee Bar and Micro Mart.

Summary:

Plans/implements a comprehensive school health service program. Student/staff assessment/treatment is limited to the evaluation of symptoms and administering emergency first aid. Duties may require traveling to buildings throughout the district and/or care as ordered per physician orders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Working in collaboration with the Sidney-Shelby County Health Department, the school nurse will perform the following essential duties:

• Provides school health services. Pursues ongoing program improvements.
• Functions Communicates program objectives/performance expectations to students/parents.
• Keeps current with state standards/guidelines. Collaborates with staff, students, families and the community to delineate short/long-range school health service needs/opportunities..
• Serves as the district's blood-borne pathogen compliance officer and staff trainer.
• Prepares the school clinic.
• Requisitions required supplies.
• Implements procedures to ensure that all medicines are administered and stored safely.
• Implements protocols to safeguard student information shared with staff and/or referral sources.
• Assists sick and injured students/staff. Administers first aid. Investigates and documents injuries - Notifies parents or guardians.
• Documents care given in timely manner. Prepares/submits Medicaid and/or equivalent reimbursement documentation within required deadlines.
• Reviews medical emergency authorization forms. Ensures that permission forms are on file as needed for the release of health information. Communicates information to staff when required.
• Ensures that all required state minimum student health screening activities are completed.
• Ensures that the immunization status of all students complies with state law.
• Prepares medical reports (e.g., census data, county/state health department, intervention assistance teams, pupil services, etc.).
• Consults with student's doctor to make exclusion or school readmission recommendations.
• Evaluates visual, hearing, or other student health concerns. Recommends medical referrals.
• Consults with staff to facilitate the early identification of health risks.
• Assesses student health conditions and develops nursing care plans. Coordinates in-service training for staff providing care for students with special medical needs.
• Helps students monitor and manage acute/chronic medical conditions as needed.
• Advocates for students. Pays attention to student demeanor. Draws out feelings/concerns.
• Helps students better understand themselves, make appropriate choices and grow academically. Promotes cultural awareness, self-reliance, problem-solving, critical-thinking and creativity skills.
• Facilitates student learning activities that encourage teamwork and positive peer relationships.
• Supports grade-level curriculum implementation activities. Makes presentations when requested.
• Serves as a resource for drug/harassment/violence prevention and related school safety activities.
• Helps staff and families address student academic/behavioral concerns.
• Assists with the multi-factored evaluation (MFE) process. Meets mandated paperwork timelines.
• Initiates student/family referrals to community services (e.g., legal, health, social services, etc.).
• Serves as a contact person for public agencies and an intermediary for parents/staff.
• Works with administrators to ensure that program equipment is available/working when needed.
• Prepares requisitions, maintains inventory records and monitors budget expenditures as directed.
• Helps coordinate the Hepatitis B immunization program.

Exemplifies professionalism that advances the district''s public image.

• Contributes to an effective and positive work/learning environment.
• Completes all assigned duties.
• Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers. Functions as part of a cohesive team.
• Encourages the continuous advancement of academic standards.
• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.
• Provides guidance.
• Shows an active interest in the academic/personal development of students.
• Respects privacy and maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Strives to develop rapport and serve as a positive role model for others.
• Supports community participation in school-sponsored activities.
• Takes advantage of opportunities to promote district programs.

Maintains Open and Effective Communication

• Keeps informed about program/procedure changes.
• Serves as an information resource.
• Participates in staff meetings, conferences, and other required school activities.
• Prepares/maintains accurate records. Submits required paperwork on time.
• Provides prompt notification of personal delays or absences.
• Refers district policy interpretation questions to appropriate administrator(s).
• Uses active listening and problem-solving techniques to resolve questions/concerns tactfully.
• Uses diplomacy and exercises self-control when dealing with other individuals. Respects diversity.

Pursues opportunities to enhance professional performance

• Keeps current with technology and other skills associated with work assignments.
• Maintains applicable credentials. Complies with all state licensure requirements.
• Works toward mastery of individualized development/performance goals as directed.

Performs other specific job-related duties as directed:

• Administer student medications per order/policy
• Assists with unexpected/urgent situations as needed.
• Helps implement new procedures/programs as requested.
• Supports workplace initiatives that improve productivity and advance district goals

QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Current First Aid/CPR certification.
• Adheres to the Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators.
• Anticipates time constraints. Manages tasks efficiently to meet deadlines.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules, board policies and administrative guidelines/procedures.
• Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts personal responsibility for decisions/conduct.
• Exhibits consistent, impartial and resourceful decision-making skills. Interprets information accurately. Evaluates options thoroughly.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

Required: Registered nurse with a Baccalaureate degree or higher and valid state nursing license.

Valid ODE license as a school nurse or willingness to obtain license or ODE registration within 3 months of hiring.

Mission & Vision & Values:

• Improve the health and wellness of the community by delivering compassionate, quality care.
• Be a trusted, nationally-recognized leader of innovative, collaborative, community health.
• A.S.P.I.R.E - Always serve with professionalism, integrity, respect, and excellence

EOE (Equal Opportunity Employer)