Substitute School Nurse/Daily Lunch Coverage Nurse

Description: Substitute school nurses and lunch coverage nurses are expected to perform professional nursing services at any of our North Bellmore elementary schools, during their assigned hours. Shift durations vary from 8:15am-3:15pm, depending on need. He/she will provide organization and coordination in the delivery of healthcare services within the district, in collaboration with school healthcare providers, administrators, teachers, parents and other staff. He/she is required to maintain acceptable health standards and the school health records. Additionally, the emergency treatment of student and employee health problems is also a requirement.


Expectations:

• Periodic examinations and screening procedures as required by State Law and the Board of Education
• Prepare and maintain health records - medical and dental not mandated by New York State
• Assist school personnel in maintaining universal precautions in schools
• Support building administrators with implementing COVID-19 protocols and completing the appropriate intake forms for students and staff
• Provide care of a student or staff member who has suffered an injury or emergency illness

• Administer first aid
• Observe the student population in order to identify any new health trends/needs that arise
• Work collaboratively with teacher aides, teachers and school personnel with respect to 1x1 medical supervision in place for students
• Instruct teachers or teacher aides to administer emergency medicines according to doctor's orders
• Maintain up-to-date cumulative health records on all students

• Advise administration on exclusion and readmission of students in connection with infectious and contagious diseases and immunizations
• Other related duties as assigned