School Nurse Substitute

School Nurse Substitute

The job of School Nurse Substitute is done for the purpose of providing health care services meeting the individual health needs of students; incorporating health care plans directed by physicians; complying with the laws relating to student health, including parental and guardian consent; providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students; providing health information and serving as a resource to teachers, staff, and administrators;

and identifying health problems for referral for proper treatment. This job reports to the Building Principal and Director of Health Services Essential Functions.

• Administers first aid, medication and specialized medical treatments (e.g. oral suctioning, catheterization, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children.
• Administers mandated screenings (e.g. vision, dental, hearing and/or back/scoliosis screenings, health assessments, etc.) for the purpose of referring medical conditions and/or providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children.
• Assesses situations involving students' safety (e.g. abuse (physical, sexual, drug, etc.), other health related issues, etc.) for the purpose of identifying problems, referring for proper treatment and complying with legal requirements.
• Collaborates with various groups and individuals (e.g. parents, students, health care providers, public agencies, etc.) for the purpose of promoting and/or securing student health services; providing information and complying with legal requirements.
• Conducts age appropriate programs and/or activities in conjunction with classroom curriculum (e.g. health education, nutritional workshops, etc.) for the purpose of supporting established lesson plans.
• Implements health care plans for students with health problems (e.g. diabetes, etc.) for the purpose of meeting the needs of students with chronic health problems and/or accommodation requirements.
• Maintains contact with parents/guardians for the purpose of advising them of changes in student health and/or recommending further medical and/or emotional intervention.
• Maintains student's confidential files and records (e.g. health care plans, agency referrals, accident reports, immunizations records, etc.) for the purpose of providing information required by legal requirements and professional standards.
• Maintains inventory of supplies (e.g. equipment, medication, building and health room emergency equipment, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring the department is able to quickly and effectively handle health related situations.
• Monitors students with chronic illnesses (e.g. diabetes, etc.) for the purpose of assisting the child in achieving the highest possible functional level.
• Monitors students referred for illness and/or injury (e.g. coughing, flu-like symptoms, etc.) for the purpose of attending to their immediate health care concerns and initiating follow-up care.
• Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. workshops, seminars, interdisciplinary teams, etc.) for the purpose of gathering, conveying and/or sharing information on student health needs, service delivery, and educational programs; and/or improving skills and knowledge.
• Prepares documentation (e.g. student health history, current health status, immunization reports, etc.) for the purpose of providing written support, conveying information, and/or complying with mandated requirements and professional guidelines.
• Provides training and/or orientation on a variety of health-related subjects or policies (e.g. disaster preparedness, health education, medication management, substance abuse, growth and development, food allergies, STDs, etc.) for the purpose of promoting a healthy lifestyle and/or acting as a resource to students, teachers, and other school personnel.
• Refers students requiring additional medical attention (e.g. contagious diseases, etc.) for the purpose of providing required follow-up treatment and services.
• Reports health and safety issues to assigned administrator and appropriate agencies (e.g. fights, suspected child or substance abuse, contagious diseases, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students' personal safety, a positive learning environment, and complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.
• Responds to emergency medical situations (e.g. severe falls, prescription reactions, bleeding, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring appropriate immediate medical attention and related follow-up action.

Other Functions Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

Job Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Skills are required to perform single, technical tasks with a need to occasionally upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: applying…