PART/FULL TIME NURSE

Job Summary

Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited School of Nursing License as a Registered Nurse (RN) in Alabama Current CPR Certification required. Current clinical skills necessary to provide safe nursing care to school-age children with special health care needs. Ability to communicate professionally and effectively with students, parents, administrators, faculty, and staff. Experience working with school-age children is highly desirable.

Essential Duties:

Responsible for carrying out Life Academy health program in assigned schools Schedules and conducts screening and assessments to detect problems in vision, hearing, and scoliosis. Documents and refers students with deficiencies in accordance with Departmental Regulations Establishes and maintains contact with community agencies and clinics Responsible for learning, providing, and staying familiar with the policies and procedures for the health care of students Investigates referrals regarding individual health problems and refers to the appropriate agency for treatment; follows up and submits any required reports Schedules and conducts home visits when appropriate Works with principal and teachers to plan and carry out first aid and safety education programs Trains and works with volunteers assisting in the Life Academy Health Program. Prepares and makes presentations regarding the School Nursing Program to school and community organizations such as PTA, Clubs, Civic Organizations, etc. Participates in school in-service training programs as requested Advises and assists teachers in obtaining materials and resources to enhance school health education programs Assists in carrying out policies and procedures for control of communicable diseases within assigned schools Conducts inspections and evaluations; furnishes information to school officials and parents Maintains required records and compiles and submits periodic reports and evaluations regarding the status of programs within assigned schools Performs other related duties as assigned Administers medication to students Establish a positive relationship with parents, co-workers, volunteers, and other visitors

Alabama State Department of Education