Registered Nurse

Purpose The Registered Nurse will give leadership and guidance to the district staff in the development and maintenance of the District's Health Services Programs. The Nurse will be available for consultation with the health services staff and principals to orient them to the expectations and functions of health services. The Nurse will also perform school nursing duties, as needed. The Nurse will coordinate all professional development for the school nurses, including certification for vision training, hearing training, and CPR/First aid. The Nurse will be the district liaison to the Department of Health Services and to other administrative staff concerning the medical needs of our students. Essential Functions Analyzing and planning to meet health needs for the purpose of incorporating objectives of the district, community needs, and available resources. Coordinating and assisting with District vision, hearing, scoliosis, height/weight screenings and immunizations for the purpose of identifying student needs. Determining health equipment/supply needs for campus nurses for the purpose of maintaining appropriate resources are maintained in health offices. Developing methods/procedures and a system of reporting for the purpose of ensuring effective performance. Developing and providing training and in services regarding health related matters to school health offices and district office staff for the purpose of staying up to date on current guidelines. Oversight of school nurses for the purpose of participating in screening and hiring, providing input to evaluation, resolving staff conflicts, and monitoring work performance. Planning and implementing periodic assessment of the District's Health Program for the purpose of ensuring compliance and proper oversight of the District Health Program. Providing health resources for staff, parents, teachers, and entire district staff for the purpose of informing them on latest guidance. Working cooperatively with the state county, and local agencies in providing services for the district for the purpose of serving as a District Liaison for health initiatives/projects such as immunization clinics, flu shot clinics, etc. Working with Technology to keep advances current for staff and training of staff; District Health Program for the purpose of ensuring health office personnel maintain proper data input. Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit. Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications Experience: Job related experience is required. Education: ADN or BSN in Nursing. Certificates and Licenses: Arizona Nursing License. Clearances: Criminal Background Clearance/Fingerprint Clearance, MMR. Skills, Knowledge and Abilities Skills : administering first aid/CPR; handling body fluids and waste materials; operating standard office equipment including relevant software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records. Knowledge : basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, and/or ratios; reading a variety of manuals; writing documents following prescribed formats; analyzing situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Includes emergency first aid/CPR procedures; safety practices and procedures; health standards; and reporting procedures. Abilities : scheduling activities and/or meetings; gathering and collating data; using basic job-related equipment; flexibility to work with others in various circumstances; problem solving to identify issues and create action plans; maintaining confidentiality; being sensitive to and communicating with young adults/teenagers about a variety of health needs; adapting to changing work priorities; being attentive to detail; displaying tact and courtesy. Responsibility Responsibilities include working under direct supervision using standardized procedures; providing information and/or advising others; operating within a defined budget; and utilizing some resources from other work units. Work Environment The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands: generally, the job requires 40% sitting, 40% walking, and 20% standing. This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr