Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN)

DESIRED SKILLS

A. Proficient in communication skills with students, parents, and staff B. Ability to demonstrate good judgments in decision-making C. Ability to analyze problem situations and to develop appropriate action

REPORTS TO

The school health aide reports to the Activity Director or his/her designee

SUPERVISES

All designated nurses and students

JOB GOAL

Exercise a high degree of initiative and professional judgment in providing school nursing services while working within the established framework of the federal and state regulations and also local school district policies. In addition, you will oversee the operation of district nurses, and providing leadership and supervision for the health aid department. Major Duties Assist with development and implementation of health-related policies and procedures Coordinate all district health services and programs Arrange for CPR recertification program for all nurses Coordinate the in service training for nurses Coordinate the training for newly hired and substitute nurses Coordinate the Blood Pathogens program Schedule and conduct meetings with nursing staff Order district-wide nursing supplies Order supplies, materials and equipment Consult with physicians as needed Maintain the health services procedure manual, incorporating all new state recommendations and mandates Preform all duties of a school nurse

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES

A. Certificate of Child Health Annual review of all kindergarten, fifth grade, ninth grade, and special education students' health examinations and record necessary information from the health examination to the child's permanent cumulative folder Review all new students' health examinations entering the school district Identify students in special education with no grade assignment who need a physical examination as mandated by law Complete necessary reports on physical examinations and file with the Illinois State Board of Education Identify students who are not in compliance with the requirements prescribed in Section 122, 27-28.1 of the School Code of Illinois Notify appropriate principals of the students' immunity status Compile immunity data on all students and report to the Illinois State Board of Education Record all immunizations on each student's cumulative record Maintain a list of students for each school who are not properly immunized against the following diseases: a. Measles e. Diphtheria b. Rubella f. Tetanus c. Mumps g. Pertussis d. Polio Monitor students' progress with immunization schedule Monitor and notify parents when boosters are needed Enter students health records in skyward Member of Concussion Team School contact leader for the concussion team Confirm all sports physicals are current. Organize onsite health and sports physicals Responsible for creating and maintaining school concussion procedures Responsible for keeping office visit log B. Assessment Plans and carries out appraisal activities to assess the health status of students in regard to their health needs and problems Assesses health problems through observations, interviews, and analysis of records Acts as a liaison between school, student, parent, and physician regarding the pupil's health status when under a physician's care Informs the family of the need for periodic health examinations of their children (both physical and dental), and assists in providing a standardized method of recording these findings Makes arrangements for and assists with physical examinations when provided by the school Supervises and plans for vision and hearing screening programs and follow‑up health care of the child suspected of a hearing or vision impairment Plans with parents for improving the health of school children and youth Analyzes the nurse's responsibilities in relation to the educational structure and the relationship of the nurse to other faculty members and community groups C. Health Counseling Interprets the health and developmental status of the pupil to parents and school personnel Consults with parents, school personnel, and pupils toward understanding their personal health problems and facilitates adjustment to any physical, mental, and social limitation Recommends educational adaptations as necessary for individual needs Assists families to find and use available health resources Encourages openness of communication with teachers and other school personnel in order to meet both the health and educational needs of the student Coordinate dental programs D. Health Education Utilizes each opportunity in the process of providing health services to present health information to students, teachers, parents, and community groups Acts as consultant and resource person to the staff for the total health education program Compiles and maintains a file of current health education materials for students and faculty Assists classroom teachers to teach health more effectively by serving as a consultant and participating in team teaching and classroom demonstrations Serves as a resource person in the areas of health to teachers and other personnel Responsible for training staff on School Health Procedures E. Emergency Care and Health Protection Cooperates with the school staff in establishing policies and procedures for providing emergency care for illness and/or injury occurring while the student is under the jurisdiction of the school Provides for the implementation of medically approved emergency care procedures, the instruction of school personnel, and plans for the reporting of accidents Assists in the periodic inspection of the school building and grounds for the provision of a safe and healthful physical environment Interprets defined policies and procedures to school personnel, parents, and pupils to insure adequate understanding and cooperation in carrying out immunization procedures and programs for the prevention of communicable diseases Report any cases of child abuse or neglect to the proper authorities Initiates accident reports for students and faculty on school related injuries Monitor students on medical physical education Mandated Reporter F. School/Community Relations Promotes effective communication among the community, health professions, and the school Works with community agencies for effective use of their resources and facilities When applicable, participates in local comprehensive health planning and represents school health in his/her professional organization and community groups G. Evaluation Analyzes school health records and reports in order to evaluate and improve the school health program Appraises the school health program in relation to pupil health needs and community health problems H. Faculty Responsibility Attends and participates in faculty, staff, and community meetings with knowledge of the role and function of the school nurse in relation to public school organization Joins/participates in activities of professional nursing, health, and educational organizations Continues to pursue educational studies to maintain/improve professional performance Upholds standards enunciated by the profession. This would include standards in nursing, and the health and educational fields Informs pupils and faculty regarding health career opportunities Promotes legislation significant to nursing, school health and education Consults and collaborates with teachers, pupil personnel services staff, administrators, and parents (teaming, staffing, and conferences) I. Administrative Alerts school administrators and others to legal provisions and health trends as they pertain to school health policies and procedures Supervises activities in compliance with "Recommended Procedures for the Prevention of Communicable Diseases" designated by the Illinois Department of Public Health Informs administrators / other school personnel regarding available community resources Determines functions and qualifications of health paraprofessionals and orients and supervises their performance Participates in planning action to be taken or eliminating or minimizing the health problems that interfere with effective learning Order health supplies for attendance centers Qualifications A. Bachelor of Science in Nursing B. Certification in audiometry C. Certification in visual screening D. State of Illinois licensed Registered Nurse E. CPR/AED Certification F. State of Illinois Licensed Practical Nurse and BLS certification Salary/Benefits Starting: 40,000-50,000 USD per year Medical Vision Dental Life insurance Paid sick leave Disability insurance Link to District/Third Party Online Application Web Page #J-18808-Ljbffr The Illinois Association of School Administrators