Certified School Nurse

Certified School Nurse

The goals of the Certified School Nurse is to maintain, improve, and promote the optimum health status and lifestyle for all students through joint efforts of the home, school, and community.

Responsibilities:

• Applies appropriate nursing theory as the basis for decision making in the school setting
• Establishes and maintains a comprehensive school health program following state guidelines and school district policy and practice
• Performs other related duties as may be assigned or necessary for an efficient operation

Qualifications:

• Licensed Registered Nurse in Pennsylvania
• Certification as Educational Specialist by PA Department of Education
• Current CPR certificate

Equal Rights and Opportunities Policy: As an equal rights and opportunities agency, the Bethlehem Area School District will not discriminate in its educational programs, activities, or employment practices, based on race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, ancestry, or any other legally protected classification. Announcement of this policy is in accordance with state and federal laws, including Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Sections 503 and 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Bethlehem Area School District