School Health Nurse RN part-time

Part-Time School Nurse
Reports To: Building Principal
Work Schedule/FLSA Status: Part-time,.5 FTE (working 2.5 days/week = 20 hours per week). Specific schedule will be determined based on the needs of the district and in collaboration with the employee, Talent Services, and Building Administration / Exempt
Salary Schedule: As outlined in the OEA negotiated agreement, salary will be prorated to reflect part-time (.Benefits Available for Part-time Certificated Staff as outlined in the OEA Master Agreement

Part-time certificated staff with a.5 FTE or more are eligible to receive full health insurance.
District will pay 50% of the percentage it pays for full-time certificated staff.
Group term life insurance eligibility.
Sick leave, personal leave, and bereavement leave provisions are available.
The school nurse protects and promotes student health, facilitates optimal development, and supports academic success. School nurses are grounded in ethical and evidence-based practice and are the leaders who bridge health care and education, provide care coordination, advocate for quality student-centered care, and collaborate to design a system that allows individuals and communities to develop their full potential.
Completion of a Registered Nursing Program, required.
Hold a valid nursing license with Nebraska's Department of Health & Human Services or the Nurse Licensure Compact, required.
Minimum of Bachelor's degree or evidence of actively working towards a bachelor's degree, required; Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred.
Ability to obtain and maintain a valid Special Services School Nurse Certificate through the Nebraska Department of Education, preferred.
Evidence of the willingness and ability to comply with standards for ethical and professional performance established by the State Board of Education.
This individual will exhibit skills pertinent to foster positive human relationships and the ability to work effectively with students, staff, parents and the community.
Ability to effectively use Microsoft Outlook and the student information system.
Essential Performance Responsibilities

Provides nursing/health care for children of various ages with varied medical issues.
Provides on-site health assessments and develops/implements appropriate emergency health care plans.
Ensuring compliance of the state's immunization program.
Continual maintenance of cumulative student health records according to statutory requirements.
Maintains a secure location for all medications and medical equipment to ensure safety of all.
Provides meaningful communication and educates in areas pertaining to student health.
Participates in the building's crisis team.
Provides appropriate medical care for school staff and visitors during a crisis situation.
Demonstrates strong communication and organizational skills and awareness of community services.
Evidence of the willingness and the ability to comply with the standards with ethical and professional performance established by district policy as well as the State Board of Education.
Performs other related tasks as assigned by the Central Office Administrators as designated by the Superintendent.
Equipment: This position may require the ability to use assistive technology in addition to basic office equipment such as computers, copiers, scanners, and fax machine. Must always comply with OPS's guidelines for equipment use.
Travel: Limited travel may be required.
Must be able to respond rapidly in emergency situations.
Work in school building environments.
Will be working under the direct supervision of the building administration in order to complete day to day tasks
In order for schools to operate effectively, employees are expected to perform all assigned duties and work all scheduled hours during each designated workday, unless the employee has received approved leave.
Any deviation from assigned hours must have prior approval from the employee's supervisor or building administrator.
This position is treated as a full-time exempt certified position. The terms of your employment will be governed by applicable state laws regulating employment or teaching in a Nebraska public school and Board of Education policies, as those laws and policies may change from time to time, and the Teacher Contract. Citizenship or legal authorization to work in the United States.
Execution and delivery to OPS of a Teacher Contract presented by OPS.
Omaha Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy), marital status, sexual orientation, disability, age, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, citizenship status, veteran status, political affiliation or economic status in its programs, activities, employment, and provides equal access to the Boy Scouts and other designated youth groups. The following individual has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Director for the Office of Equity and Diversity, 3215 Cuming Street, Omaha, NE 68131. (The Omaha Public School District is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process please contact the human resources department at View phone number on click.appcast.io.