School Nurse - Substitute

School NurseReports to: Director of Special Education, Nursing Chair and Building PrincipalPurposeThe School Nurse provides direct healthcare to students and staff for illness/injury at school. Utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for students with chronic health conditions. Assist Nursing Chair in implementing a comprehensive school health services program, thus advancing the health, well-being, and academic achievement of all studentsMain Job Tasks and ResponsibilitiesProvides screening and referral for health conditions, including vision, hearing and othersPromotes a healthy school environment. Monitors immunizations and communicable diseases per state requirements. Assesses physical environment for safetyPromotes health through teaching, programming, and consultation with individuals or groupsServes as a leader for health policies and programs through mentoring and positive role modelingServes as liaison between school personnel, families, community, and health care providers. Represents the school health department for IEP and 504 teamsCommunicates and collaborates with other healthcare professionals, the school staff, the student, and the family for optimal health and learning while maintaining student confidentialityDevelops nursing care plans in collaboration with a licensed healthcare providerProvides annual competency training for non-nursing personnel, as directedPlays an integral role in Emergency Response PlanningComplete Medicaid billing as requiredEducation and ExperienceRegistered Nurse, BSN preferredIf ASN, previous pediatric experience or school nurse experience preferredExcellent communication and critical thinking skillsSalary and BenefitsPayment Type: Long Term Substitute Rate (after 16 days)Benefits: No Benefits, Substitute positionThe Michigan City Area Schools does not discriminate on the basis of the Protected Classes of race, color, national origin, sex (including transgender status, sexual orientation and gender identity), disability, age, religion, military status, ancestry, or genetic information, which are classes protected by Federal and/or State law (collectively, "Protected Classes"). This includes the Corporation's employment opportunities, programs, and/or activities, or, if initially occurring off Corporation grounds or outside the Corporation's employment opportunities, programs and activities, affecting the Corporation's environment. For further information, clarification, or complaint, please contact the MCAS School Administration, 408 S. Carroll Avenue, Michigan City, Indiana 46360 at View phone number on click.appcast.io for Title IX (gender equity related issues); or Special Education Director, 408 S. Carroll Avenue, Michigan City, Indiana 46360 at View phone number on click.appcast.io for Section 504 (non-discrimination/disability issues and Americans with Disabilities). Any other information concerning the above policies may be obtained by contacting the Superintendent, Dr. Wendel McCollum, 408 S. Carroll Ave., Michigan City, Indiana 46360 at View phone number on click.appcast.io.