School Nurse - RN

School Nurse - RN

Founded in 1967, The HealthCare Connection (THCC) was Ohio's first Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Our mission is to provide quality and accessible primary healthcare services through community responsive approaches that address financial, geographic, and other barriers to care for residents of northern Hamilton County and surrounding areas.

THCC serves over 20,000 patients annually and operates two primary care clinics and six school-based health centers and growing! Our integrated model includes Primary Care, Pediatrics, Infectious Disease, Substance Use Treatment, Integrated Behavioral Health, Dental Services, Women's Health, and Pharmacy. THCC is proudly recognized as a Level 3 Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH)the highest recognition for quality and coordinated care.

The School Nurse, a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Nurse (RN) with Ohio Department of Education (ODEW) Certification, will provide health services to students within the district. This role involves treating students with chronic conditions such as diabetes, asthma, allergies, etc.; creating and managing individual health plans; maintaining health records for all students; medical emergency response and ensuring compliance with ODEW regulations. The School Nurse will be responsible for medication administration and maintaining a safe and healthy school environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Health Services and Treatment
• Diabetic Care: Monitor, treat, and manage the health needs of diabetic students, including blood glucose testing, insulin administration, training staff and education on diabetes management.
• Emergency Care: Provide first aid and emergency care as needed; respond to health-related emergencies promptly.
• Chronic Condition Management: Address other chronic health conditions and collaborate with students, parents, and healthcare providers to develop and implement care plans.
• Health Plans Management
• Create Health Plans: Develop individualized health plans for students with chronic conditions or special health needs.
• Manage Plans: Regularly review and update health plans to ensure they meet students' evolving needs and comply with legal and district requirements.
• Communicate Plans: Share health plans with relevant staff and ensure proper implementation.
• Medication Administration
• Dispense Medication: Administer prescribed medications to students according to established protocols, physician orders and schedules.
• Maintain Records: Keep accurate records of medication administration, including dosages and times, and manage medication inventory.
• Compliance and Reporting
• ODEW Compliance: Ensure all health services and practices comply with ODEW regulations and guidelines not limited to immunization review and reporting, hearing and vision screening and reporting.
• Reporting Deadlines: Meet all reporting deadlines for health-related documentation and compliance as required by ODEW and district policies.
• Documentation: Maintain up-to-date and accurate health records for students, including immunizations, health histories, and incident reports.
• Evaluation Team Reports: Conducts vision and hearing screenings for special education evaluations as assigned by the school psychologist.
• Health Education and Promotion
• Student Education: Provide health education to students on topics such as hygiene, nutrition, and wellness.
• Staff Training: Train school staff on health-related issues and emergency procedures.
• Collaboration and Communication
• Parent Interaction: Communicate with parents regarding their child's health needs, treatment plans, and any health-related concerns.
• Healthcare Providers: Work with external healthcare providers and agencies to coordinate care and support for students.
• General Responsibilities
• Health Room Management: Oversee the daily operation of the health office, including maintaining a clean and organized environment.
• Emergency Preparedness: Participate in school safety and emergency preparedness planning and drills.

Licensure: Registered Nurse (RN) license required; ODEW certification optional. Experience: Previous experience in a school setting or with pediatric patients is desirable. Skills: Strong clinical assessment and decision-making skills. Ability to work effectively with students, parents, and staff. Excellent organizational and time-management skills. Proficiency in documentation and compliance with health regulations.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Drug-Free Workplace: The HealthCare Connection is focused on creating a community that promotes dignity and respect for employees, patients and other community members. THCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, military status or other characteristics protected by law and will not be discriminated against based on disability. THCC will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check and a drug screen.

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