Substitute School Nurse-RN

School Nurse

Reports To: Principal

Basic Function: Administer basic first aid and screen ill or injured students in accordance with State laws and District regulations; assist with health testing programs; prepare and maintain a variety of records, files and reports.

Representative Duties:

• Perform basic first aid procedures and screen ill or injured students according to established procedures; utilize a variety of health products and supplies in caring for injuries and health needs.
• Administer first aid in emergency situations and notify administrator, parents or paramedics as necessary.
• Administer medicines to students.
• Schedule students for and assist with vision, hearing, scoliosis and dental screenings; schedule follow-up appointments if further testing is required.
• Prepare and maintain a variety of health records.
• Maintain the health office in a clean, orderly and safe condition.
• Attend meetings as required.
• Operate office equipment.
• Perform related duties as assigned.

Knowledge And Abilities:

• Knowledge of basic first aid and age-appropriate CPR techniques.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Record keeping techniques.
• Correct English usage, grammar, spelling, punctuation and vocabulary.
• Oral and written communications skills.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Ability to administer first aid to ill or injured students.
• Administer medicines and record properly.
• Maintain files, records and reports.
• Work cooperatively with others.
• Meet schedules and time lines.
• Plan and organize work.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds

Education And Experience: Any combination equivalent to graduation as a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse and one year comprehensive nursing experience.

Licenses And Other Requirements: Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency. Valid Kentucky Driver's License and valid Kentucky Nursing License.