WOODFORD COUNTY SCHOOLS

JOB DESCRIPTION

JOB TITLE: School Nurse

IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR: Coordinator of Student Support Services

QUALIFICATIONS:

Any combination equivalent to: Licensed registered nurse and two years comprehensive nursing experience.
First Aid and BLS CPR certified
Knowledge of various health-screening practices, procedures and techniques
Knowledge of oral and written communication skills
Knowledge of record-keeping techniques
Knowledge of policies and objectives of assigned program and activities
Knowledge of interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy
Knowledge of health and safety regulations
Knowledge of contagious diseases
Ability to administer first aid according to established procedures
Ability to conduct variety of health screenings
Ability to prepare and maintain accurate student medical records
Ability to make referrals and perform follow-up
Ability to maintain medical equipment in proper working condition
Ability to understand and follow written prescriptions
Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Ability to establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others
Ability to maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field
Ability to complete work while dealing with many interruptions
Ability to determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines
Ability to observe health and safety regulations.
Pass health examination
Have no immoral or criminal history
Have ability to work with other staff members and with children
Valid Kentucky driver’s license.

DUTIES:

Administer first aid according to established procedures; conduct a variety of health screenings; prepare and maintain accurate student medical records
Administer first aide or nursing care for accidents, seizures, preventive medicine and other educational-related medical problems; provide CPR and first aid to school employees as needed
Coordinate height, weight, vision, hearing, scoliosis and other health screenings as required by regulations; coordinate and/or provide screening for head lice and observe students on a regular basis to detect health needs
Refer students to appropriate personnel resources or clinics and follow-up as necessary
Maintain health records and medical logs; update immunization and student records as needed; prepare and submit periodic medical reports for appropriate organizations or district personnel and assure compliance with established laws and regulations
Train and act as a consultant for individual(s) trained to dispense medication, screen for lice and provide medical treatment/first aid/CPR in accordance with physician’s instructions within district guidelines.
Communicate with various community health agencies and civic organization to exchange information, coordinate activities and obtain student needs such as medication, glasses, hearing aids and clothing as much as possible.
Conduct training for students, parents and school staff as required
Provide information and make recommendations to principals, substitutes, teachers and parents regarding health issues of students and school health program needs
Make home visits as required
Maintain stock of first aid supplies; assure medical equipment is in proper working condition; order supplies and equipment as needed
Participate in screening for health defects and sanitary conditions in schools
Maintain current knowledge of medical advances and information, public health issues and treatment procedures
Other duties as assigned by the Coordinator of Student Services

School Nurse (Northside)