School Nurse

School NurseAbout FirstLine Schools In 1998, FirstLine Schools started the first charter school in New Orleans. FirstLine now operates several (Pre)K-8th grade schools. Our mission is to create and inspire great, open admissions public schools in New Orleans. Our faculty is a diverse and talented group dedicated to our students' success and to their own growth as teachers. Our schools are led by leaders who hold themselves accountable for student achievement and teacher development.Position Summary: FirstLine Schools is seeking a candidate for the position of school nurse at one of our schools (four K-8 schools and one high school). Primary responsibilities will include the delivery and coordination of basic health services; management of screenings and referrals; individual health counseling and support for students and families as needed; coordination of health resources and education programming for students and families; and training and support for staff as needed.Position Responsibilities:Delivery and coordination of basic health servicesProvides basic First Aid to students and assessment and procures and manages First Aid supplies for the individual school siteAssesses and evaluates ill children during the school day and provides the appropriate care and/or makes referrals as neededCoordination of annual screeningsConducts and/or coordinates annual screenings (e.g. vision, hearing, dental hygiene)Follows up with re-screenings as neededHealth Counseling and Support for Individual Students and FamiliesProvides health counseling and support to students with acute and chronic illnesses (e.g. asthma, diabetes, sickle cell, etc.) through the following; Creation and maintenance of individual health care plans for studentsAdministration of specialized care required during school hoursEducation for students about self-maintenanceCoordination and distribution of health resources and information for students & familiesDevelops and maintains community health partnerships and a provider databaseCreates referral manuals for parents and family membersWorks with IEP and 504 teams to provide input and support for intervention strategiesMaintains constant communication with parents and family members through the following: Distribution of packets of materials sent home to parentsConstant communication and follow-up with parents on specific health concernsTraining and education for parents as neededEducational training and programming for students to address needs pertaining to basic hygiene, prevention of health problems, etc.ComplianceMaintains Medication Administration FoldersMonitors, trains, and assists school personnel to comply with medication policiesMaintains individual student health folders and ensure that all students have an up-to-date Louisiana Department of Education health history form completed annuallyCollects and manages all necessary information pertaining to a student's immunization history, hearing, and vision screenings and ensures that this information is entered into the LINKS state databaseCollects height and weight data (BMI) annuallyTraining and Support for StaffProvides medication and basic First Aid training for staffEnsures that several school staff members have the proper training to administer emergency care (e.g. CPR, etc.)Provides staff with information about students requiring specific health attention or careEducation & Experience: At least 2 years of work experience as a full-time registered nurse, including some pediatric experience and school-based experience Valid RN License Basic Life Support Certification/CPR certified Knowledge of Medicaid documentation and reimbursementsDesired Qualities & Characteristics: Believe in every student's ability to achieve in a rigorous college or career prep curriculum Achieve results based on agreed-upon expectations Take personal responsibility Highly detail-oriented Collaborate effectively with a range of stakeholders Share a commitment to creating great schools in New Orleans Strong written and verbal communication skills Model the FirstLine Commitments We Keep Learning We Work Together We Are Helpful We Are the Safekeepers of our Community We Share Joy We Show ResultsFIRSTLINE SCHOOLS – EDUCATION FOR LIFEPhysical Requirements: Must be able to perform all required job functions with reasonable accommodations, if necessary. SCHOOL NURSE reports to: School Leader How to Apply: Please apply online via: Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience. FirstLine Schools offers a comprehensive benefits package with a generous 403b plan. FirstLine Schools provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.