School Nurse - Substitute; Per Diem

School Nurse - Substitute (Per Diem)

Reports to the Building Principal and Supervisor of Nurses. Position type:
Full‑time. Salary is set by the School Nurse Collective Bargaining Agreement.

Schedule:

To be determined.

• Schedule and be present at all school health services, including physical examinations, immunization clinics, vision and hearing checks, scoliosis checks, pediculosis checks, and hepatitis checks.
• Maintain up‑to‑date health records for all students.
• Notify faculty and staff of students with special health problems, such as life‑threatening allergies, diabetes, heart conditions, and petit mal.
• Interpret a student's health status to parents and school personnel while preserving confidentiality.
• Observe students regularly to determine health needs.
• Authorize the exclusion and/or readmission of students with contagious or infectious diseases.
• Administer first aid according to established procedures.
• Administer and secure medications as necessary.
• Assist the principal in establishing sanitary conditions within the school.
• Serve as a health consultant and resource person for classroom teachers conducting health‑related classes.
• Contact and visit homes of children referred by the principal for counseling when required.
• Maintain adequate first‑aid supplies in each school.
• Attend IDEA evaluation and reevaluation meetings.
• Advise on modification of the educational program to meet students' health needs through the IDEA and 504 process.
• Assume authority, in the absence of a physician, for the care of a student or staff member who has suffered injury or emergency illness.
• Attend committee meetings and conferences regarding health services and the health curriculum, including Safety Committee meetings.
• Participate in in‑service training programs.
• Prepare and submit reports as requested by the Supervisor of Nurses, Assistant Superintendent for Student Support Services, and the Superintendent of Schools.
• Make formal referrals to specialists when appropriate and conduct follow‑up.
• Work with community health agencies when necessary.
• Assist in the formation of health policies, goals, and objectives of the school department.
• Perform other duties as directed by the Supervisor of Nurses, Assistant Superintendent for Student Support Services, and the Superintendent of Schools.

• At least 2 years of relevant experience.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• Citizenship, residency, or work visa required.

• Joyce O'Neil, Supervisor of Nurses
• Central Office Administration
• Email: joneil