School District Nurse - ESC

School District Nurse

Licking Memorial Health Systems (LMHS) is a leading, non-profit healthcare organization, passionately dedicated to improving the health and well-being of our community. With a history dating back to 1898, LMHS remains a cornerstone of healthcare excellence, catering to the evolving needs of Licking County. Our cutting-edge facility provides a comprehensive spectrum of patient care services, from life-saving emergency medicine to the comforting embrace of home healthcare, with a unique range of specialized medical services, including cancer, heart health, maternity, and mental wellness.

When you join the LMHS team, you become a vital part of your local community Hospital. Working at LMHS is not just a job, it is a unique opportunity to directly impact the health and well-being of your friends, family, and neighbors. You will be providing care in a place in which you are personally connected, where the impact of your work extends beyond the Hospital doors and into the heart of our community. Our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion ensures that every member of our community is served with respect and compassion. Join us in our mission dedicated to patient safety, utilizing state-of-the-art technology, and with a passionate team of highly trained and compassionate individuals who strive to improve the health of the community.

Position Summary

Administers a comprehensive health service program designed to help students achieve maximum benefit from the district's educational programs and services.

Responsibilities

• Consults with district administrators regarding student health services. Helps identify safety and health hazards. Investigates and documents injuries. Recommends policy revisions based upon professional guidelines and standards.
• Serves as district's blood-borne pathogen compliance officer.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative procedures.
• Promotes a favorable image and encourages community partnerships that enhance district programs.
• Prepares the clinic by setting up equipment and completing supply requisitions.
• Develops procedures to ensure all medicines are properly stored.
• Evaluates district procedures for administering medications and trains staff.
• Provides assistance to sick and injured students. Administers first aid.
• Ensures that the immunization status of all students is in compliance with state law.
• Ensures that signed permission forms are on file as needed for the release of health information.
• Makes exclusions or readmission recommendations regarding students with communicable diseases or other health concerns.
• Performs all required state minimum student health screening activities.
• Assists with Kindergarten-screening program.
• Instructs teachers in the early identification of students' health risks.
• Evaluates suspected medical, visual, or hearing problems. Consults parents as needed. Makes medical referrals.
• Reviews completed medical emergency authorization forms. Communicates information to staff when required to protect students' health and/or well-being.
• Participates in curriculum planning and makes health/wellness presentations.
• Maintains accurate records. Supervises the preparation of clinical records to ensure accuracy. Submits reports on time.
• Respects personal privacy and maintains the confidentiality of privileged health information.
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
• Maintains a working relationship with community health resources.
• Participates in parent conferences and other school activities as directed.
• Performs other job related duties as directed.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Maintain current RN license in the state of Ohio
• School nurse license or certificate preferred
• Meets all mandated health requirements (e.g. a negative tuberculosis test, etc.)
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Demonstrates extensive knowledge of normal growth and development.
• Demonstrates the ability to access pharmacology information and community health resources appropriate to the needs of the students.
• Training and/or experience in behavioral management techniques.
• Strong communication skills, verbal and written
• LMH is accredited by DNV and TJC, and as such, may require specific annual education related to specialty certifications and standards.

Licking Memorial Health Systems is an equal opportunity employer and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. Licking Memorial Health Systems does not discriminate against applicants because of race, religion, color, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors protected by law.