RN-Registered Nurse - Roving School Nurse

Reports To:
Coordinator of Nursing Services

Position Purpose:

This is a certified position responsible for assisting LPN’s and health aides in the daily clinic operation of their assigned school. A high degree of organizational skills and attention to detail are needed along with the ability to work with a wide range of professionals in the school setting and community. The certified roving nurse must be able to communicate effectively and to work independently within established guidelines in a timely manner.

Qualifications

This position requires a licensed professional nurse preferably with a baccalaureate degree in nursing from an accredited school of nursing, a minimum of two years of clinical experience including supervisory role, and CPR/AED certification. The individual must be able to exercise assessment and critical thinking skills when delivering nursing services in the school setting. Maintain confidentially and use good judgment in handling and dispersing information while applying new concepts and details quickly and adapt easily to change.

Performance Responsibilities:

1) Shall be responsible for the nature and quality of all nursing care that a student is given under

the direction of the roving registered professional nurse in the school setting

(K.A.R. 60-15-101).

2) Assessment of the nursing needs, the plan of nursing action, implementation of the plan, and

evaluation of the plan (K.A.R. 60-15-101).

3) In fulfilling nursing care responsibilities, may perform the following (K.A.R. 60-15-101):

a) serve as a health advocate for students receiving nursing care;

b) counsel and teach students, families, and groups about health and illness;

c) promote health maintenance;

d) serve as a health consultant and a resource to teachers and administrators who are providing students with health services during school attendance hours;

e) utilize nursing theories, communication skills, and the teaching-learning process to function as part of the interdisciplinary evaluation team;

4) As indicated, to ensure the delivery of nursing services to students attending USD 501, the

roving professional nurse will:

a) teach growth and development to fifth and sixth grade students;

b) administer student medications with correct documentation;

c) assist with emergency care for injuries and illness in the school setting;

d) reconcile weekly nursing services reports;

e) compile and ensure accuracy of quarterly reports and end of the year reports;

f) schedule and/or assist with screening programs for pediculosis, hearing/vision, height/weight;

g) direct supervision of a diabetic management plan;

h) conduct onsite visit for head injury/trauma neurology assessment;

i) provide substitute clinic coverage in the absence of the LPN or health aide;

j) notify the coordinator of nursing services whenever an ambulance is called; and

k) report absences to the coordinator of nursing services.

5) Delegation (authorization) for unlicensed persons and/or licensed practical nurses to perform

selected nursing tasks or procedures in the school setting under the direction of a registered

professional nurse (K.A.R. 60-15-102).

6) Shall perform the following (K.A.R. 60-15-102):

a) Assess each student’s nursing care needs;

b) Individualize and sign plan of care before delegating any nursing task or procedure to an unlicensed person; and

c) Individualize and sign plan of nursing care for each students who has one or more long-term or chronic health conditions requiring nursing interventions.

7) The registered professional nurse shall orient and instruct unlicensed persons and/or licensed

practical nurses in the performance of the nursing task or procedure. The registered

professional nurse shall document in writing the unlicensed person’s demonstration of the

competency necessary to perform the delegated task or procedure. The designated unlicensed

person shall co-sign the documentation indicating the person’s concurrence with this

competency evaluation (K.A.R. 60-15-102).

8) The registered professional nurse shall (K.A.R. 60-15-102)

a) Be accountable and responsible for the delegated nursing task or procedure;

b) at least twice during the academic year, participate in…