School Nurse

Job DescriptionJob DescriptionATC Healthcare is looking for School Nurses! The SCHOOL NURSE provides nursing services to the student population in various environments. The school Nurse works cooperatively with the school staff, parents, and guardians to provide for the health care needs of students. The school Nurse works under the supervision of the chief school nurse and/or school principal. We have openings for a full-time night time RN nurse from 11p-7a.ABOUT USFor more than 40 years, ATC Healthcare has provided leading nurses and healthcare professionals to hospitals and facilities nationwide. Healthcare systems around the U.S., including municipal health systems, multi-unit senior care companies, governments, school systems, VMS and MSP vendors trust us to deliver more than 100,000 nurses and other healthcare professionals on-demand. If you have a track record of success in healthcare, we want you to join us!We offer the following benefits:Medical insuranceDental insuranceVision insuranceReferral programTuition reimbursement401k PlanFlexible SchedulesLife insuranceDisability insuranceIdentity theft insuranceCompensation $32/per hourEDUCATIONRN: Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.LPN/LVN: Graduate of an accredited licensed practical/vocational school of nursing.REQUIREMENTS OF THE SCHOOL NURSE POSITION: RN: Graduate of an accredited Diploma, Associate or Baccalaureate School of Nursing.LPN/LVN: Graduate of an accredited licensed practical/vocational school of nursing.Current and unrestricted license as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical/Vocational Nurse in the state of practice.At least one year experience as a nurse in the school setting.CPR as required by client facility; health and screening tests as required by specific facilities and/or regulatory agencies.Must love kids!REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Complies with ATC policies/procedures.Complies with client facility nursing policies/procedures.Documents accurately and completely services provided.Maintains confidentiality relative to patient care and facility practices in accordance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act and/or other applicable standards.Communicates information effectively to appropriate personnel.Orders nursing and other supplies as requested.Provides required care while maintaining a safe, therapeutic environment.Provides patient services in a non-judgmental, non-discriminatory manner that considers cultural diversity and age appropriateness so that autonomy, rights, and dignity are preserved.Provides nursing care and first aid to ill students.Initiates emergency care as appropriate to the circumstance.May ride the school bus as needed to accompany medically fragile students.Serves as an intermediary between school, home, physician, and social agencies regarding the health status of students.Assists in the health education of students by acting as a resource and consultant to teaching staff.Coordinates appropriate referrals for students with community agencies or programs.Identifies and recommends students for placement in various health programs.Complies and makes appropriate referrals regarding applicable health laws, immunization, and communicable diseases.Maintains competency by participating in continuing education programs and meets state specific requirements.Complies with accepted ethical conduct and professional standards of nursing practice as set forth by the American Nurses Association or equivalent nursing organization.Duties, responsibilities and activities may vary by assignment and may change at any time with or without notice.Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOEADD TAG