Williamstown Independent Schools

Job Description-School Nurse

TITLE:  School Nurse

QUALIFICATIONS: Any combination equivalent to: graduation as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse and one year comprehensive nursing experience.

REPORTS TO: Superintendent or other District Administrator chosen by the Superintendent

JOB GOALS: Administer first aid according to established procedures; conduct a variety of health screenings; conduct trainings for district and school employees; provide classroom instruction on health related topics; prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administers first aid or nursing care for accidents, seizures, preventive medicine and other educational-related medical problems.
• Conducts height, weight, vision, hearing, scoliosis and other health screenings as required; provides screening for head lice and observes students on a regular basis to detect health needs.
• Refers students to appropriate personnel, resources or clinics and follows-up as necessary.
• Maintains health records and medical logs; updates immunization and student records as needed; prepares and submits periodical medical reports for appropriate organizations.
• District personnel and assures compliance with established laws and regulations.
• Dispenses and retains medication and performs medical treatment in accordance with physician's instructions within District guidelines.
• Communicates with various community health agencies and civic organizations to exchange information; coordinates activities and obtains student needs such as medication, glasses, hearing aids and clothing as needed.
• Conducts training (Medication administration, CPR, blood borne pathogens, etc.) for students, parents and school staff as required.
• Provides classroom instruction on health related issues as required or assigned.
• Makes home visits as required; authorizes re-admission to school.
• Provides information and makes recommendations to principals, substitutes, teachers and parents regarding health issues of students and school health program needs; develops programs to meet school health needs.
• Maintains stock of first aid supplies; assures medical equipment is in proper working condition; orders supplies and equipment as needed.
• Participates in screening for health defects and sanitary conditions in schools.
• Maintains current knowledge of medical advances and information, public health issues and treatment procedures.
• Conducts student drug and alcohol screens as assigned by the district.
• Performs related duties as assigned.
• Demonstrates regular attendance and punctuality.
• Adheres to professional code of ethics adopted by the Kentucky Education Professional Standards Board.
• Performs other duties consistent with the position assigned as may be requested by the Superintendent.

KNOWLEDGE OF: 

• To perform the responsibilities as previously outlined.

ABILITY TO: 

• Perform as a leader such that student achievement is maximized.