SCHOOL NURSE (SUBSTITUTE)

SCHOOL NURSE

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registered Nurse.
• Must hold valid Alabama Nursing License as a Registered Nurse.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers.
• Maintain a current CPR certification.
• Must hold valid Alabama Driving License.
• Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama Statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide health appraisals in the areas of vision, dental, communicable diseases, and gross physical defects.
• Follow-up on health appraisal programs which include pre-school health screening program, student immunization program, and appropriate parental contact.
• Make appropriate referrals for evaluation and treatment of student health problems.
• Provide first-aid assistance upon the request of the principal.
• Organize student health services with other agencies.
• Maintain adequate student health records.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: 

Medium Work:  Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force as needed to move objects.