Substitute School Nurse

Substitute School NurseQualifications: Current license as a Registered Nurse by the RI Department of Health RIDE Certification - Valid All Grades School Nurse-Teacher Certificate in grades PK-12 in RI Public Schools (preferred) Three years of documented experience as a Registered Nurse (pediatric experience preferred) Current CPR/AED/First Aid Certification To support Barrington's commitment to diversity and to foster inclusion, respect, and equity in education, the successful candidate will be selected from a diverse pool of candidates. Preference will be given to candidates who articulate their commitment to valuing inclusivity, diversity, and belonging.Reports To: Building Principal, Director of Pupil Personnel, and RI Department of HealthJob Goal: Provide nursing support to a building in the absence of a school nurse teacherPerformance Responsibilities:Provides health assessment, planning, intervention, evaluation, management and referral related to acute and chronic illness, first aid, mental health, medication management and health education for students and staff.Responsible for direct and indirect care given to students in compliance with school district policies, professional standards of practice, physician's orders, and the Individual Health Care Plan.Implements individual health care and emergency care plans for students with health care needs to ensure safety and optimal health.Provides specialized medical care to high risk students and those with chronic illnesses (allergies, asthma, diabetes, seizures, medically fragile, etc.) to assist the child in achieving the highest possible functional level in the school setting.Administers first aid and emergency care for illness and injury to students/staff, providing immediate medical attention and related follow-up action as indicated.Practices according to the standards of clinical nursing practice as established by the American Nurses Association, the laws of the State of Rhode Island as established in the Rhode Island Nurse Practice Act, and adheres to the Rules and Regulations for School Health Programs (216-RICR-20-10-4), as established by the Rhode Island Department of Health and Rhode Island Department of Education.Reports health and safety issues to building administrators and/or appropriate agencies, such as bullying, suspected child or substance abuse, or other health related issues for the purpose of maintaining students' safety, referring for proper treatment, maintaining a positive learning environment and complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.Communicates and collaborates with parents, students, health care providers, and/or other agencies to refer for additional treatment/services, secure information, and promote overall health.Complies with FERPA and HIPAA policies regarding confidentiality.Exhibits attributes of reliable attendance, promptness, dependability, and professional ethics and uses effective communication skills with students, colleagues, families and related agencies.Performs other duties as may be assigned and/or necessary to perform the functions of the position.Working Conditions and Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. The employee is regularly required to operate a keyboard, to view a computer screen, and to sit or stand for extended periods of time. Required vision abilities include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is frequently required to bend, stoop, kneel, reach with hands and arms, grasp and manipulate large and small items. The employee is also required to move from location to location, lift items weighing up to 30 pounds, and engage in restraints following CPI. Communication requirements include the ability to hear and respond to voice and other sounds in small and large settings with background noise and to present information orally and in writing.Work Environment: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. "The Barrington Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, or status as a disabled veteran, or past or present honorable military service with respect to access to, the provision of, or employment in its educational services, programs and activities, including admissions, athletics and other district programs."