JOB TITLE
Health Care Coordinator (RN, BSN) School Nurse (Part-Time)

JOB SUMMARY
The School Nurse provides health care for students in ESC programs at the Westwood Learning Center. Duties include maintaining and administering medications; examining students to determine whether a student can remain in school or needs additional medical assistance; maintaining student medical records; administering vision and hearing screenings; and serving as a resource regarding health-related issues of the ALC and preschool programs.

QUALIFICATIONS
Current State of Ohio Board Registered Nurse License required
Bachelor of Science in Nursing required
Current BLS and/or CPR/First Aid certification required
Current Ohio Department of Education School Nurse registration preferred
Experience working with special needs students preferred

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, & ABILITIES
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal regulations pertaining to school and student health and safety
• Knowledge of the Ohio Operating Standards for the Education of Children with Disabilities
• Knowledge of FERPA and HIPPA
• Knowledge of childhood illnesses and communicable diseases
• Knowledge of community agencies that can support students with disabilities
• Ability to use technology as both a productivity tool and as a method of communication; proficient in computer applications (e.g. Microsoft Office, Google Docs)
• Ability to operate and interpret results from basic medical equipment including but not limited to tympanometer, audiometer, stethoscope, and thermometer
• Ability to assess the health condition of students and apply medical knowledge including the ability to perform CPR
• Ability to maintain accurate student medical records
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing
• Ability to maintain confidentiality
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with students, co-workers, administrators, and public
• Ability to model ethical principles and democratic ideals for students and the community

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Securely maintain and administer student medications with proper physician and parent/guardian authorization; maintain a written record of the administration of medication including dosage, date and time
Provides routine and emergency medical care to students including referral for medical treatment within scope of nursing responsibility
Evaluates students to determine if a student should be excluded from school due to health concerns
Assist administrators in notifying parents when a child has been exposed to a communicable disease
Conducts all health screenings (e.g. vision, hearing, and general health) and assists the school in complying with regulations of the Ohio Department of Health
Maintain all immunization data, health records, lists of student allergies and other required health forms for students
Assists in the prevention and control of disease and parasitic infestations within the program setting
Interprets the Toledo/Lucas County Health department’s rules and regulations relating to the control of communicable disease
Keeps informed on new health laws, policies, regulations, trends and treatments; Inform the administrator of changing health programs, laws and safety standards
Serves as resource person on health-related issues for the staff, administrators, students, and parents
Communicates with parents and medical professionals regarding student medical conditions
Utilizes and acts as liaison with various health and community agencies on behalf of administrators
Maintains adequate inventory of health aids and supplies.
Serve as a member of the emergency response team

ADDITIONAL DUTIES

Makes phone calls to verify student absences as needed
In-service teachers on health issues including medication guidelines, prevention of communicable disease, responsible use of chemicals and cleaning agents as needed
Participate in opportunities to improve skills and grow professionally; attend all required meetings and in-services

FLSA STAUS
EXEMPT - Part-Time

SALARY
Based on salary schedule and/or commensurate with experience and education.

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Health Coordinator (School Nurse BSN)