School Nurse - Elementary School

CHICKASAW COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Nurse

QUALIFICATION:

Registered Nurse with valid MS Nursing License Three to four years working experience in the clinical healthcare setting Current CPR certification Good communication skills (verbal and written) Ability to work independently and with others Ability to travel within and outside the school district Ability to exhibit good time management skills

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Follow the MS Board of Nursing Laws and MS School Nurse Procedures and Standards of Care
• Manage chronic health conditions such as asthma diabetes seizures ADHD allergies etc.
• Plan for emergencies and consult with Crisis Committee
• Administer medication and maintain doctors orders for medications
• Participate in School Health Councils
• Participate in IEP meetings etc. as needed
• Maintain school health records and nursing documentation
• Report monthly data to Office of Healthy Schools
• Provide health education and health screenings to students and to staff
• Work closely with teacher school staff counselors etc. for the heal and safety of all students

OTHER DUTIES:

Performs all other duties as assigned.

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:

The salary and length of contract shall be established by the Board of Education.

EVALUATIONS:

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually by the Principal in accordance with approved board policy.

The above statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.
Required Experience:
IC