Substitute School Nurse

School Nurse

Administer first aid according to established procedures; conduct a variety of health screenings; prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.

• Administer first aid or nursing care for accidents, seizures, preventive medicine and other educational-related medical problems; provide CPR and first aid to school employees as needed.
• Conduct height, weight, vision, hearing, scoliosis and other health screenings as required; provide screening for head lice and observe students on a regular basis to detect health need.
• Refer students to appropriate personnel, resources or clinics and follow-up as necessary.
• Maintain health records and medical logs; update immunization and student records as needed; prepare and submit periodical medical reports for appropriate organizations or District personnel and assure compliance with established laws and regulations.
• Dispense and retain medication and perform medical treatment in accordance with physician's instructions with District guidelines.
• Communicate with various community health agencies and civic organizations to exchange information, coordinate activities and obtain student needs such as medication, glasses, hearing aids and clothing as needed.
• Conduct training for students, parents and school staff as required.
• Provide information and make recommendations to principals, substitutes, teachers and parents regarding health issues of students and school health program needs, develop programs to meet school health needs.
• Make home visits as required; authorize re-admission to school.
• Maintain stock of first aid supplies; assure medical equipment is in proper working condition; order supplies and equipment as needed.
• Participate in screening for health defects and sanitary conditions in schools.
• Maintain current knowledge of medical advances and information, public health issues and treatment procedures.
• Perform any other reasonable duties which the supervisor may require.

Knowledge of first aid, CPR and nursing practices and procedures; various health-screening practices, procedures and techniques; oral and written communication skills; record-keeping techniques; policies and objectives of assigned program and activities; interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy; health and safety regulations; contagious diseases.

Ability to administer first aid according to established procedures; conduct variety of health screenings; prepare and maintain accurate student medical records; make referrals and perform follow-up; maintain medical equipment in proper working condition; understand and follow written prescriptions; communicate effectively both orally and in writing; establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others; maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field; complete work with many interruptions; determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines; observe health and safety regulations.

Education and experience: Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse and one year comprehensive nursing experience.

• Valid Kentucky driver's license.
• Valid Kentucky nurse's license.