Nurse - RN

POSITION PURPOSE Provides health care services to students. Under limited supervision, administers medical assistance and first aid to students according to school health program procedures prescribed by the District. Performs routine counseling services; refers students and their parents to community agencies and professionals as appropriate. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Plans school health program in cooperation with medical authority and administrative school personnel. Participates in medical examinations and reviews findings to evaluate health status of pupils and progress of program. Establishes nursing policies to meet emergencies. Cooperates with school personnel in identifying and meeting social, emotional, and physical needs of students. Administers medications, provides first aid, and maintains health records of students. Counsels student in good health habits. Works with community agencies in planning facilities to meet needs of children outside of the school environment. Assists in program for care of disabled children. Monitors students for health problems, including lice infestation, elevated blood sugar levels, etc., and unmet health needs. Assists in identifying and reporting child abuse/sexual abuse/neglect. Ensures compliance with OSHA regulations concerning blood borne pathogens protocol. May serve as site coordinator for staff wellness programs; provides emergency care and first aid to staff as needed. Orders and maintains inventory of health room supplies and equipment. Compiles data and prepares various reports and records required by the school, district, and/or other agencies. Reviews Medicaid forms for eligibility; generates monthly Medicaid bill reports. Keeps informed of developments and innovations in the profession; attends training, conferences, workshops, seminars, etc., to enhance job knowledge and skills. ADDITIONAL DUTIES Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Principal, Superintendent or other district office administrator as designated by the Superintendent. QUALIFICATIONS Associate's degree (AA) or Bachelor's degree (BSN). Minimum of two years nursing experience. SC Registered Nursing Licensure. Must possess Cardio Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certificate. EXPERIENCE Must have at least two years of work experience as a Registered Nurse. Must have knowledge in the use of a variety of medical instruments and equipment, such as a blood pressure cuff, stethoscope, otoscope, thermometer, nebulizer, audiometer, glucometer, etc. Should have knowledge of basic computer operations and functions, use of Microsoft Office applications and the Internet, and skill in the use of general office equipment such as printer, calculator, typewriter, copier, fax, etc. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job and are not meant to be all inclusive. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential responsibilities and functions of the job. Unless reasonable accommodations can be made, while performing this job the staff member shall: Use strength to lift items needed to perform the functions of the job. Sit, stand and walk for required periods of time. Speak and hear. Use close vision, color vision, peripheral vision and depth perception along with the ability to focus vision. Communicate effectively in English, using proper grammar and vocabulary. American Sign Language or Braille may also be considered as acceptable forms of communication. Reach with hands and arms and use hands and fingers to handle objects and operate tools, technology equipment, computers, and/or controls. WORK PLACE EXPECTATIONS Work effectively with and respond to diverse cultures or backgrounds. Demonstrate professionalism and appropriate judgment in behavior, speech, and dress in a neat, clean and professional manner for the assignment and work setting. Have regular and punctual attendance. Follow all District policies, work procedures, and reasonable requests by the proper authorities. As an employee of Beaufort County School District, I am to adhere to confidentiality as directed by Federal, State and Local Laws/Regulations; and in accordance with district administrative rules as it pertains to sensitive information, employee information and student information. Failure to adhere to confidentiality may result in disciplinary actions, up to and including termination of employment. REPORTS TO Principal DAYS PER YEAR 190 SALARY CLASSIFICATION Paid on the Registered Nurses and Social Workers Salary Schedule EMPLOYEE GROUP Professional Licensed Staff FLSA STATUS Exempt THE BEAUFORT COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER #J-18808-Ljbffr