Substitute School Nurse

Substitute School Nurse

Certification/License Registered professional nurse, designated as R.N. as defined and determined by state law and currently licensed in the state. Current certification in Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) NJ School Nurse certification preferred Valid NJ Drivers' license Education Any combination of education, licenses, certifications and experience providing the required skill and knowledge for successful performance would be qualifying. Typical qualifications would be equivalent to Bachelor's degree in Biology, chemistry or related science area with coursework in growth and development, health assessment, public or school health, crisis intervention and health education Master's degree in related field preferred Must meet qualifications of a school nurse as defined Knowledge, skills and abilities Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, symptoms, diagnoses, treatments, first aid, illnesses and injuries, nutrition, and related areas Ability to diagnose and provide care for ill or injured students Ability to convey appropriate medical information to school district staff or medical professionals to ensure a proper maintenance in the school setting Ability to add, subtract, multiply and divide and perform arithmetic operations as needed for position Ability to understand, apply and use personal computers and software applications (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, the Internet, Outlook, electronic mail) Ability to problem solve job-related issues Ability to work with a diverse group of individuals and students with special needs Ability to follow oral and written orders from supervisors, administrators, physicians and to coordinate work with principal, teachers and others Ability to describe orally and in writing school health services provided, issues and concerns regarding school health Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with students, staff and others contacted in the course of work Must pass criminal background check and fingerprints, and TB test Reports to Principal and/or designated supervisor Purpose To provide assessment, screening, planning, intervention, evaluation, counseling, management and/or referrals concerning the health and medical care needs of students for the purpose of minimizing absences due to illness, maximizing educational opportunities, and creating a healthy school climate Performance Responsibilities Works collaboratively with health care providers, students' parents, school district staff and community agencies to ensure access and continuity of care for students Assists in the establishment and maintenance of a comprehensive school health program Collects information about the health development status of students for compliance with state immunization regulations and Board of Education policies Conducts school programs of immunization, physical examination and sight and hearing testing Performs nursing assessment for students who are ill or injured;

applies appropriate theory as basis for providing first aid, nursing care, intervention and referrals for those students Evaluates nursing care provided and changes plan of care as necessary Implements Board policy with respect to the exclusion and readmission of students in connection with certain infectious and contagious diseases(e.g., Tuberculosis) Maintains accurate records and documentation in accordance with state and federal law, and Board of Education policies Develops and implements individual health care plan (ICHIP) when needed with specific goals, nursing diagnosis, and interventions delineating school-nursing actions unique to students' needs and for incorporation into the student's individualized educational plan (IEP) Intervenes as guided by the nursing care plan to implement nursing actions that promote, maintain or restore health, prevent illness and effect rehabilitation Serves as a member of school teams as designated health care professional (e.g., Crisis Teams, PPT, Section 504) Provides guidance, counseling and health education to students, parents and employees as necessary Reports to parents, school district personnel, physicians,…