Substitute Nurse

Substitute Nurse

To assist with health services and provide leadership in establishing a complete and effective program of school health.

Interpret the school health services to school personnel and students.

Maintain the school medical clinic and administer medication according to school board policy.

Administer screening program as required by Virginia school law and school board policy.

Assist in the provision of support services to students with disabilities.

Perform other duties as assigned by the division's school nurse coordinator and/or building administrator.

Honesty, integrity, ethical, equity minded, emotional intelligence, cultural competence, safety, quality, models excellent customer service, thinks strategically, shows initiative, acts decisively, communicates effectively, works collaboratively, resolves conflict proactively, computer literacy, data analysis and management, fiscal planning and management, project management, strategic planning.

Must have a valid state license as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse to practice professional nursing in Virginia. Two (2) years nursing experience, preferably in community health.

The nurse should have knowledge of professional nursing practices, childhood illnesses, chronic conditions, communicable disease control, and emergency care procedures. Skills required include clinical assessment, medication administration, accurate documentation, and effective communication with students, families, and staff. The nurse must be able to adapt quickly to different school environments, exercise sound judgment in emergencies, maintain confidentiality, and build positive relationships. The ability to remain calm under pressure, recognize when to escalate health issues, and promote student wellness is essential.

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Reliable transportation is necessary. Travel within the City of Lynchburg as needed.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to perform the essential functions of this job successfully. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to frequently stand; sit; walk; talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, type, or feel; and stoop, kneel, or crouch.

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

LCS is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.