School Nurse

PURPOSE OF POSITION

The job of Nurse was established for the purpose/s of implementing the support services with the philosophy and policies approved by the DCIU/DCTS Board of Directors.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

•Administer and maintain a record of all prescribed medications and update a file of students’ program permits/emergency medical cards for the purpose of keeping accurate records available. •Collaborate with the guidance counselor and other staff for the purpose of identifying students who may be at risk and to address social/emotional needs of students. •Communicate with staff, students, and families (e.g. critical health issues; facilitate full-time student physical exams with their private physician; provide health and wellness counseling) for the purpose of keeping all stakeholders up-to-date with health information/issues. •Conduct various activities, meetings and conferences (e.g. health and wellness meetings with parents; monthly Safety Steward meetings; monthly fire drills; laboratory assessments) for the purpose of meeting DCTS requirements, policies and procedures. •Maintain updated and accurate records (e.g. student list, daily log of students seen by nurse, student medical records – Classmate software, updated Medical Alert list, chemical safety datasheet) for the purpose of complying with policies, procedures and appropriate laws. •Perform assessments (e.g. vital signs and observable behaviors; health concerns) for the purpose of determining the student’s ability to function safely in their program and to determine if 911 should be contacted in serious situations. •Provide expertise to the instructional and support staff on risk management, safety, and health and wellness matters for the purpose of keeping the faculty informed regarding health issues and updates. •Submit a final year report on school nurse services provided for the purpose of recording visits and actions in order to provide data for next years’ needs analysis. •Act as a member of the Student Assistance Program team for the purpose of providing expertise in the areas of health and wellness. •Participate in monthly child study meetings for the purpose of providing information relevant to the discussion. •Perform other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. •Update the Safety and Health Manual and the Crisis Response Manual annually for the purpose of providing current and helpful information for the staff.

Education Required: Targeted job related education that meets organization’s prerequisite requirements. Certification Required: RN License or Nursing Certificate Experience Required: Job related experience required