School Nurse - Sensory Communication Program

FLAGSTAFF UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT NO. 1

Position Description

Position Title : School Nurse, Specialized Program (Sensory Communication Program; .80 FTE)

Building/Site: Flagstaff High School

Supervisor : School Administrator, Health Services Coordinator, and Executive Director of Student Services and Educational Excellence

2026-2027 School Year: .80 FTE; Benefits offered; ASRS participation (required); Licensed Professional salary schedule. Start date: August 3, 2026. (Hires new to the district will start on July 28, 2026, for training.)

SUMMARY OF FUNCTION


Under the direction of the Health Services Coordinator and School Administrator, provide and maintain safe and effective medical care to qualifying students in the Sensory Communication classroom. Collaborate with classroom teacher, as well as other related service providers, to enhance continuity of health care on a daily basis.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

These examples do not include all possible tasks in this work and do not limit the assignment of related tasks in any position of this class.

1. Administers first aid, medication, procedures and specialized medical treatment for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children.
2. Assesses situations involving student safety and other health related issues for the purpose of identifying problems, referring for proper treatment and complying with legal requirements.
3. Collaborates with parents, students, health care providers, and/or other agencies for the purpose of promoting needed treatment, securing information and complying with legal requirements.
4. Provide continuing education and training for staff helping support student health needs in the classroom.
5. Conducts programs and/or activities (e.g., health screening, health education, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring compliance with government mandated requirements.
6. Develops health care plans for the purpose of addressing students' health needs and implementing health care directions from parents and/or physicians.
7. Implements school health care plans for the purpose of providing appropriate care.
8. Maintains contact with parent/guardian for the purpose of alerting them to any changes in student health and/or referring students for further medical/emotional intervention as needed.
9. Maintains health care plans, records (e.g. mandated screening, immunization records, etc.) for the purpose of providing information required by legal and professional standards.
10. Monitors reporting procedures for all students and health activities for the purpose of ensuring the processing is completed per policy and/or regulation.
11. Document each interaction and services provided to students including correspondence with parents/guardians and health care providers.
12. Refer students requiring further medical attention for the purpose of providing needed medical/dental treatment, vision or hearing services, etc.
13. Reports incidents (e.g, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of maintain student's personal safety, a positive learning environment, and adhering to district and/or school policies.
14. Reports students with contagious diseases to the Health Services Coordinator and local public health authorities for the purpose of minimizing the spread of infection and complying with the law.
15. Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of addressing immediate safety concerns.

OTHER FUNCTIONS

1. Assists other school personnel for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities.
2. Participates in a variety of meetings, including IEP meetings, for the purpose of sharing important health information and staying up to date with current FUSD nurse expectations.

PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Is professional responsibilities as outlined in FUSD policies.
• Engages in professional self-development.
• Is accessible to students and parents.
• Demonstrates ethical and professional practices in working with students, parents, colleagues, and student records.
• Makes use of school resources and takes care of all school property and equipment.
• Maintains a safe and healthy classroom environment.
• Is open to change, growth, and innovation in the classroom and work environment.

GOAL SETTING AND PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Works toward achievement of school and district goals.
• Follows guidelines and procedures recommended for achieving goals.
• Works with building administration to individualize goals by identifying objectives, activities and criteria.
• Supports administration in promoting positive student conduct.
• Knows school expectations for behavior and attendance.
• Enforces school policies, rules, and procedures in the classroom, on campus, and at school-related activities.
• Complies with Arizona Revised Statutes, district policies, federal laws and regulations, and administrative guidelines.
• Is informed and follows district policies, procedures, and guidelines.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the building administration, health services coordinator or superintendent.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Nursing degree with two years of healthcare experience preferred
• Arizona Registered Nurse License current and in good standing
• Experience working with children and adolescence desired
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation Certification for Health Care Providers current (BLS CPR)
• Must acquire an AZ Dept. of Public Safety Fingerprint Clearance Card

MENTAL TASKS

Communicates verbally and in writing. Reads. Analyze and evaluate data and reports. Develop, implement, and evaluate plans. Manages own workspace and classroom environment. Promotes learning and ensures safety. Perform functions from written and oral instruction and from observing and listening to others.


PHYSICAL TASKS

Work involves the performance of duties where physical exertion and movement is required to perform the aspects of the job. Assistance is available as required to perform physically demanding tasks. Work involves sitting and moving for extended periods of time, moving from one location to another, reaching, bending, holding, and grasping objects. Verbal communication ability required.


EQUIPMENT, AIDS, TOOLS, MATERIALS

Uses office equipment which includes but is not limited to: computers, white boards, and office or instructional equipment. FUSD recognizes the ever changing development of technology but expects all staff to keep abreast of changing technology opportunities and use tools and devices provided to them. Health equipment and tools normally associated with health positions; exposure to biohazard materials.


WORKING CONDITIONS

Indoor - classroom environment. Outdoor - all weather conditions and temperatures. Playground environment. Contact with the public, employees, children and parents. Exposure to noise, dust, gas and fumes.

Thank you for your interest in the Flagstaff Unified School District. Applicants must be appropriately licensed.. Arizona applicants, please include with your application a current Arizona Registered Nurse License, current IVP fingerprint clearance card, CPR card and unofficial transcripts.


It can take several weeks to obtain an AZ Fingerprint Clearance Card. We encourage you to begin the process of obtaining an Arizona Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card as soon as possible. AZ Department of Public Safety IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card info: AZDPS Fingerprint Clearance Card Info


LETTER OF INTENT: If you choose to apply, but have not yet met the certification criteria as outlined above, your application may still be considered. If you are recommended for a position, you may be offered a "Letter of Intent to Recommend for a Contract" notification. Please note that a Letter of Intent is not a binding offer of employment and no employment contract between you and the District exists until such time as the District Governing Board approves the issuance of an employment contract at a public meeting. The Intent to Hire remains in effect until all certification requirements are met. (Deadline to meet all requirements: June 30, 2026). Should you not meet this deadline, administrators will be given the option to re-post the position to interview more candidates OR request an extension of the deadline date. Note: All who apply will automatically be put into "qualified" status to allow the site administrator the ability to review your application immediately. Therefore, you will not receive any verification email from HR advising your application has been pushed through.


All employees are subject to a criminal background check. The Flagstaff Unified School District is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination in relation to race, color, religion, gender expression, sexual orientation, military status, age, national origin, or disability. Offers of employment, contingent upon funding. Missing documents may result in your application not moving forward in the process.

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