School Nurse

Public Health NurseJob Summary: Under direction, performs professional nursing to clients in their homes, at clinic sites, correctional health, school settings, etc. as part of a comprehensive public health program and to employees in the occupational health program including assessments, treatment plan development and education. Carries out programs and provides services to protect and preserve the health of the population through application of public health principles. Plans and provides direct care, makes referrals to providers and evaluates services.Scope of Responsibility: Responsible for the quality and accuracy of his or her own work. Complies with current ND Nurse Practice Act and scope of practice. Work is performed independently under general supervision. Provides direction to Home Health Aides, LPNs, other ancillary staff, and students. Responsible for the care and safe operation of equipment.Primary ResponsibilitiesEssential Duties and Responsibilities:Communicates courteously and professionally and maintains working relationships with others in carrying out job functions.Responds to Public Health Emergencies.Performs all job duties in compliance with safety guidelines and with an ongoing awareness of safety practices.Provides nursing care for clients.Provides culturally sensitive health care instruction/health education within the home, community, clinic, and school settings.Delegates or assigns duties to Home Health Aides, ancillary personnel, and students within scope of practice.Completes and maintains necessary records, maintaining confidentiality and complying with regulations regarding client confidentiality.Determines eligibility for programs and grants.Serves as local or state representative on various committees.Performs other duties and activities as assigned.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in nursing and two or more years of previous professional nursing experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to successfully perform the essential duties of the job such as those listed above. Occupational Health program experience is preferred for the Occupational Health assignment. A valid State of North Dakota license as a registered nurse and driver's license or evidence of equivalent mobility are also required.Knowledge, skills, and abilities:Knowledge of principles, practices and techniques of performing professional nursing functions including physical assessment and counseling;Knowledge of community resources;Knowledge of nursing processSkill in administering medically related treatments/procedures;Skill in general medical/nursing procedures;Skill in written English sufficient to read manuals, instructions, care plans and to write reports and complete documentation, etc.;Skill in communication, interpersonal skills as applied to interaction with coworkers, supervisor, patients, the general public, etc. sufficient to exchange or convey information and to receive work direction;Ability to communicate effectively in both verbal and written forms, and have strong public relations skills;Ability to communicate across cultures and socio-economic levels;Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.Physical DemandsPhysical Demands & Working Conditions:Work is performed in a variety of settings such as clinics, schools, correctional sites, and homes. Activities are varied including patient care and similar work with moderate physical demands, as well as computer and telephone use, reading, and other work of a light nature. There is regular lifting, pushing or pulling such as when transferring patients, and moving supplies and equipment. There is considerable attention to detail. Regular driving is required for home visits and school coverage in all types of weather conditions.Activities include stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, digital dexterity, grasping, feeling, talking, hearing/listening, seeing/observing, repetitive motions.Medium Work: Physical demands are normally those associated with medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, up to 20 pounds of force frequently, and/or 10 pounds of force frequently or constantly.The job may require dealing with individuals who are emotionally charged. There is regular exposure to potential hazards such as body fluids, contagious diseases and environmental hazards.Some requirements in this job description may exclude individuals who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health and safety of themselves or other employees. All requirements are subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and experience required. To perform this job successfully, the worker must possess the abilities and aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an "at will" employment relationship. The City Administrator retains the discretion to add duties or change the duties of this position at any time.Agency Summary:Fargo Cass Public Health strives to provide the Essential Public Health Services to achieve equity and actively promote policies, systems, and overall community conditions that enable optimal health for all and seek to remove systemic and structural barriers that have resulted in health inequities. Such barriers include poverty, racism, gender discrimination, ableism, and other forms of oppression. Everyone should have a fair and just opportunity to achieve optimal health and well-being.Fargo Cass Public Health is a politically neutral organization focused on evidence-based and fundamental public health practices that reflect the mission of Public Health to prevent, promote, and protect. Staff of Public Health are expected to represent these principles and be advocates of public health practices within the community and state.BenefitsThe City of Fargo offers a comprehensive benefit package, to include participation in the North Dakota Public Employees Retirement System. For more information on our benefits click here. If you are applying for a Part Time Temporary or Seasonal position, you are not eligible for benefits through the City of Fargo.