School Nurse

School Nurse Position

The Raymore-Peculiar School District is seeking a highly qualified individual for the position of school nurse for the  school year. The job of school nurse is done for the purpose of meeting the individual health needs of students; incorporating health care plans; complying with the laws; 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. Candidates must have a strong background in nursing and also provide high quality customer service to students, staff, and parents.

Specific duties include but are not limited to:

• Administering and/or facilitating screenings
• Assessing situations involving students' safety, abuse (physical, sexual, drug) and other health related issues for the purpose of identifying problems, referring for proper treatment and complying with legal requirements.
• Administering first aid, medication, and specialized medical treatment
• Developing health care plans
• Maintaining students' confidential files and records
• Collaborating with parents, students, health care providers, and/or other agencies for the purpose of promoting needed treatment, securing information and complying with legal requirements.

Qualification:

Current license as either an LPN or RN required. Salary:
Per salary schedule, dependent upon license and experience. 185 work days and 9 paid holidays.

Benefits:
This is considered a full time position with benefits available after 60 days of employment. District paid employee medical, dental, and life insurance (with option to purchase coverage for spouse, children, or family). Employee option to purchase voluntary benefits including vision insurance, short term disability, long term disability and other supplemental insurance policies. 10 days paid leave per year. District matched retirement contribution of 6.86% to Public School Retirement System (PEERS).