School Nurse RN

DeSoto ISD Job Description School Registered Nurse (RN) Page 1 of 4 OUR VISION OUR MISSION OUR VALUES To inspire curiosity and consciousness, develop character, build courage, and nurture compassion To ensure students, without exception, learn and grow at their highest levels Every Student We hold an unwavering belief that every student can achieve success and our students' best interests drive our decisions, actions and behaviors. Unconditional Belonging Together, we are responsible for cultivating a community where everyone feels they belong and are respected, cared for and safe. Courageous Learning We seek growth, challenge and innovation and embrace risk-taking as a necessary part of every person's learning journey. Relentless Equity Each person has access to the resources and opportunities that meet their individual needs in a way that allows them to leverage their greatest strengths. Collective Excellence We fost er integrity, accountability and hold high expectations of ourselves as we support each other and collaborate towards our vision. Community Greatness We are grounded in our connection, pride and partnerships with our communities. Through our collective st rength, we support people to do and be their best. Job Title: School Registered Nurse ( RN) Contract Days: 192 Reports to: Director of Nurses/Principal Pay Grade: Educator Wage/Hour Status: Exempt Funding Source: Local Revision Date: April 2021 Primary Purpose: Implement comprehensive program of health services for campus. Provide health services to students. Promote health education and preventive health practices for students. Qualifications: Education/Certification: Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program Valid registered nurse license to practice professional nursing in Texas from the State Board of Nurse Examiners Certified by Texas Department of Health to conduct vi sion and hearing screening CPR Certification Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of health appraisal to identify student health defects Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Ability to implement policies and procedures Experience : Two years nursing experience, preferably in community health Major Responsibilities and Duties : Nursing Services • Provide direct care utilizing professional assessment skills, the nursing process, and established school health protocols. • Serve as health advocate for students. • Notify parents of accident or illness and secure medical care for students in emergency cases (if parents or emergency contact cannot be reached). School Registered Nurse (RN) Page 2 of 4 • Coordinate management system to administer medications to students at school. Administer medications according to district policy and procedures. • Establish and implement effective procedures for mandatory screening programs. Make referrals, as necessary. • Develop and coordinate continuing evaluation of campus health program and make changes based on findings. Instruction • Participate in development of campus health education curriculum and provide health education to individuals and groups. • Educate faculty and staff as needed on health -related topics. • Provide health counseling and instruction to individual students. Consultation • Serve as health liaison between school, physicians, parents, and community. • Assess student problems and make appropriate referrals working with students, teachers, parents, and medi cal and health care professionals as needed. • Participate in Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee, crisis team, and school committees and develops Individual Health Plan. • Collaborate with other professionals regarding implementation of health -relate d Individual Education Plan (IEP) items. • Communicate regularly with principal, health services coordinator, school counselor, teachers, parents, food service s, and other staff regarding health services issues. • Participate in assessment and reporting of suspected child abuse. Administration • Review and evaluate immunization records. • Supervise and train nurse aide(s) and LVN(s) in clinic procedures and responsibilities according to district policy . • Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including clinic records and accurate, up dated health records on all students. • Requisition supplies and equipment needed to maintain clinic inventory. School Registered Nurse (RN) Page 3 of 4 • Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy i n health services area. • Report potential health and safety hazards to principal. • Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations. Professional Development • Maintain certification in CPR, vision and hearing screening, and as a health screener. • Model behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible Supervisory Responsibilities: Direct the work of licensed vocational nurse (LVN) and assigned health clinic aide(s) Working Conditions: Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors : Must maintain emotional control and exercise reasoning and problem solving skills while under stress. Must demonstrate ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written). Should be able to interpret procedures and analyze data for decision -making. Frequent in -district and occasional in -state or national travel. Occasional prolonged and irregular hours. Safety: Contribute to the prevention of accidents and i njuries by observing safety rules and District policy, practicing the principles and skills taught in safety training, wearing personal protective equipment as required, reporting injuries and incidences immediately to supervisor, and being proactive in th e ongoing efforts to improve and maintain workplace safety. The information contained in this job description is for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assig ned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills that may be required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. DeSoto ISD does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age disability, military status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Employment decisions will be made on the ba sis of each applicant's job qualifications, experience, and abilities. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned o r skills that may be required. The foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required. Approv ed by : Date School Registered Nurse (RN) Page 4 of 4 Reviewed by : Date