School Based Nurse

Job Details:
Position Type:
Full Time
• Job Category:
Health Care
• School Based LPN/RN

Cumberland Family Medical Center (CFMC) operates a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) offering a wide range of health and social services at multiple sites throughout Kentucky. We seek employees who support our mission and who actively contribute to our service‑driven environment by enhancing patient experience and improving productivity. CFMC offers compassionate care, uncompromising service and clinical excellence. We provide a collaborative environment with excellent benefits and a wage/salary commensurate with experience and relevant work experience.

Location:

West Hardin Middle Healthy Kids Clinic, West Hardin Middle HKC – Cecilia, KY 42724

Hardin County Healthy Kids Clinic is committed to creating a safe, healthy, and supportive learning environment for all students. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled LPN or RN to join our school health team and provide high‑quality care to students throughout the school day.

• Assist in providing health services in all schools to promote wellness and disease prevention by early detection of health problems that interfere with learning.
• Participate in the implementation of the School Health Policies and Procedures.
• Assist in the identification of pupils with physical, emotional, or mental health needs and work per protocol toward the solution of these problems by making referrals to appropriate staff or agencies.
• Report to the School Health Coordinator, parents, school staff, physicians, clinics, and other agencies on school medical matters.
• Serve as a resource person to school personnel, pupils, parents, physicians, and various organizations.
• Assist in conducting initial assessments, intervention, and evaluation of students and/or staff members relative to illness or injury and maintain appropriate medical treatment until authorized medical Rx is obtained.
• Assist with the program for handicapped or chronically ill and aid in the appropriate placement of students with exceptional needs.
• Assist in providing specialized health procedures appropriate to the student's handicap and give support to parents and teachers of these students.
• Perform quality control evaluations on laboratory equipment/supplies used in schools.
• Conduct special education vision screenings within 10 days of receipt.
• Document all visits in Infinite Campus or IMS.
• Assist in the prevention and control of communicable diseases.
• Assist in maintaining a first aid station in all schools.
• Conduct routine screening procedures according to school board policy and state mandates.
• Work on exclusion and readmission of students with infections and contagious diseases as outlined in board policy.
• Assist school personnel in maintaining sanitary conditions in schools.
• Attend committee meetings and conferences regarding health services and curriculum when appropriate.
• Assist families in making appropriate social agency contacts when necessary. Work with various health agencies in the community in implementing health services.
• Follow district policy in the investigation of physical or sexual abuse and neglect.
• Adhere to district policy regarding confidentiality on all student health matters and records.
• Review medication logbook to ensure alignment with district policies at assigned schools.
• Assist with data collection: accident reports, student injuries, medication errors for quality assurance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Active LPN/RN license.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with health agencies, professionals, and children.
• Willingness to provide services outlined in the Kentucky Department of Education Health Services Reference Guide.
• Current CPR certification.
• Maintenance of required continuing education courses.

Full‑time position, 5 days per week, 100% clinic‑based, in person work required. Work schedules are set at the discretion of CFMC and may be adjusted at any time based on the operational needs of the organization.

Compensation is negotiable based on experience. Benefits include Health, Vision, Dental, Life, STD, LTD, 401(k), PTO, and holidays.