School Nurse RN/LPN

School Nurse PositionThank you for your interest in our School Nurse position. The School Nurse is a vital and supportive member of the PCSD team, working collaboratively with educators, support staff, and administration to achieve the shared goal of ensuring all students receive the education they need to succeed both today and tomorrow. This role is performed within a school environment, overseen by the Nurse Supervisor & School Principal, where teamwork and dedication to student success are paramount.All staff are expected to fully adhere to the ethical standards set forth by the Georgia Professional Standards Commission, continuously demonstrating a strong understanding of the tasks and responsibilities their roles require. Moreover, they must embody the core belief that every action we take is driven by a commitment to the best interests of our students.Anticipated Vacancy Notice: This position is an "Anticipated Vacancy," meaning it is not tied to a specific opening at this time. Instead, it provides an opportunity for interested candidates to apply and be considered for future openings as they become available. This allows our hiring managers to build a strong and diverse pool of qualified candidates to consider when positions do become available.Job DescriptionPosition Title: School Nurse - Salary Schedule: CLSSDepartment: School Support - Job Code: LPN-140906/RN-140908Reports To: Nurse Supervisor - Work Schedule: 179 days per year/8 hours per dayGrade/Level: LPN-NURSE/RN-RNNRS - FLSA: Non-ExemptPrimary Function: Provide basic health services at the school level. Knowledge of basic health office practices, terminology, procedures, and equipment. Knowledge of health and safety regulations. Ability to operate a computer and assigned software. Knowledge of record-keeping and report preparation techniques. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal skills using tact, patience, and courtesy.Working Conditions: - Physical Demands:Office Environment/School Clinic - Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboardConstant Interruptions - Hearing and speaking to exchange information in person and on the telephone. Seeing to read a variety of materialsPotential exposure to infectious diseases, blood, and bodily fluids - Sitting for extended periods of timeBending at the waist, kneeling, or crouching to file materialsLifting students and lifting to 40 pounds, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling.Ability to assist students in emergency situations requiring a quick pace, traversing stairs or hills.Qualifications:Minimum of diploma or associate degree in nursingMust hold a valid Georgia LPN or RN LicenseMust possess First Aid and CPR CertificateHealth/first aid field experience including some training and experience in pediatrics and emergency medical careTraining in blood borne pathogen procedures is desirableThe Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.Essential Functions:Performs routine clinical services as required including basic health assessment and first aid, and follows up in a user-friendly clinic environmentMonitors and maintains clinic recordsPlans, organizes, and implements school screeningsObserves students for developmental and health problems and communicates effectively with parents for potential follow-upEncourages and promotes health education and wellness through best-practice clinic interventions, in accordance with health policies, goals, and objectives of the nursing programPromotes communicable disease prevention and control by good recordkeeping and reporting cases to the nurse supervisorAssists in monitoring immunization records and acts as a resource regarding current immunization practicesSupports local school administrators when there is a medical emergency on campusParticipates in the Individualized Education Plan process by implementing the individual health assessment tool, in coordination with the Lead NurseManages and supports students with chronic diseases and disabilities, communicating effectively with parents/guardians and related staffNotifies parents, guardians, and appropriate school personnel in a timely manner using effective communication skills regarding illness, accidents, etc.Provides support to school staff regarding care of students with food allergies, emergency medications, and chronic and acute medical issuesCommunicates with the nursing supervisor, lead nurse, principal, and other staff members regarding school health issuesDemonstrates good organizational and time management skillsCompletes assigned paperwork accurately and in a timely mannerOther duties as assigned by the Superintendent or designeeApplicants will be selected for interview. Please do not contact local schools.It is the policy of the Paulding County School District not to discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national origin, age, or disability in any employment practice, educational program, or any other program, activity, or service.Vacancies posted for a minimum of ten (10) calendar days. Emergency vacancies posted for a minimum of five (5) calendar days. The Paulding County School District uses the E-Verify system to verify eligibility for employment in the United States.