Description
Wilson Health is seeking a School Nurse to join our Occupational Health team at various locations in the Sidney City School District. This position is a year round commitment Hours for this position are 8:00 am – 4:00 pm, Monday – Friday FLSA Status: FULL TIME, Hourly Non-Exempt Key Perks and Benefits:
- Access to Employer Direct Care Clinic. Free medical care and pharmacy services for all benefit eligible employees. Dependents are eligible for free medical care if they are covered by Wilson Health's medical insurance plan.
- Generous paid time off program.
- Medical Insurance: Choice of Two High Deductible Health Plan Options or a PPO, Dental and Vision Insurance
- H S A with employer contribution for eligible health plans, FSA for medical and dependent care expenses.
- Company Paid Short Term Disability, Life Insurance and Long-Term Disability Insurance,
- Voluntary Accident, Critical Illness, and employee and dependent Life and AD&D Insurance.
- Industry leading retirement plan- employer contributions begin day one, no waiting period for participation.
- Tuition Assistance Program.
Summary: Plans/implements a comprehensive school health service program. Student/staff assessment/treatment is limited to the evaluation of symptoms and administering emergency first aid. Duties may require traveling to buildings throughout the district and/or care as ordered per physician orders.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Working in collaboration with the Sidney-Shelby County Health Department, the school nurse will perform the following essential duties:
Provides school health services. Pursues ongoing program improvements. Keeps current with state standards/guidelines. Collaborates with staff, students, families and the community to delineate short/long-range school health service needs/opportunities. Serves as the district's safety director. Identifies safety/health hazards. Recommends improved safety procedures based upon professional guidelines and standards. Serves as the district's blood-borne pathogen compliance officer and staff trainer. Prepares the school clinic. Requisitions required supplies. Implements procedures to ensure that all medicines are administered and stored safely. Implements protocols to safeguard student information shared with staff and/or referral sources. Assists sick and injured students/staff. Administers first aid. Investigates and documents injuries. Notifies parents or guardians. Documents care given in timely manner. Prepares/submits Medicaid and/or equivalent reimbursement documentation within required deadlines. Reviews medical emergency authorization forms. Ensures that permission forms are on file as needed for the release of health information. Communicates information to staff when required. Ensures that all required state minimum student health screening activities are completed. Ensures that the immunization status of all students complies with state law. Prepares medical reports (e.g., census data, county/state health department, intervention assistance teams, pupil services, etc.). Consults with student's doctor to make exclusion or school readmission recommendations. Evaluates visual, hearing, or other student health concerns. Recommends medical referrals. Consults with staff to facilitate the early identification of health risks. Assesses student health conditions and develops nursing care plans. Coordinates in-service training for staff providing care for students with special medical needs. Helps students monitor and manage acute/chronic medical conditions as needed. Advocates for students. Pays attention to student demeanor. Draws out feelings/concerns. Helps students better understand themselves, make appropriate choices and grow academically. Promotes cultural awareness, self-reliance, problem-solving, critical-thinking and creativity skills. Facilitates student learning activities that encourage teamwork and positive peer relationships. Supports grade-level curriculum implementation activities. Makes presentations when requested. Serves as a resource for drug/harassment/violence prevention and related school safety activities. Helps staff and families address student academic/behavioral concerns. Assists with the multi-factored evaluation (MFE) process. Meets mandated paperwork timelines. Initiates student/family referrals to community services (e.g., legal, health, social services, etc.). Serves as a contact person for public agencies and an intermediary for parents/staff. Works with administrators to ensure that program equipment is available/working when needed. Prepares requisitions, maintains inventory records and monitors budget expenditures as directed. Helps coordinate the Hepatitis B immunization program.
Exemplifies professionalism that advances the district's public image. Contributes to an effective and positive work/learning environment. Completes all assigned duties. Develops mutually respectful relationships with co-workers. Functions as part of a cohesive team. Encourages the continuous advancement of academic standards. Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position. Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual. Provides guidance. Shows an active interest in the academic/personal development of students. Respects privacy and maintains the confidentiality of privileged information. Strives to develop rapport and serve as a positive role model for others. Supports community participation in school-sponsored activities. Takes advantage of opportunities to promote district programs.
Maintains Open and Effective Communication Keeps informed about program/procedure changes. Serves as an information resource. Participates in staff meetings, conferences, and other required school activities. Prepares/maintains accurate records. Submits required paperwork on time. Provides prompt notification of personal delays or absences. Refers district policy interpretation questions to appropriate administrator(s). Uses active listening and problem-solving techniques to resolve questions/concerns tactfully. Uses diplomacy and exercises self-control when dealing with other individuals. Respects diversity.
Pursues opportunities to enhance professional performance Keeps current with technology and other skills associated with work assignments. Maintains applicable credentials. Complies with all state licensure requirements. Works toward mastery of individualized development/performance goals as directed.
Ensures student and staff safety Implements effective pupil management procedures. Upholds the student conduct code. Provides appropriate student supervision for assigned activities. Maintains high expectations for behavior. Intervenes to prevent/stop bullying and/or inappropriate student behavior. Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law. Watches for situations that may indicate a problem. Helps manage/eliminate risks. Works with staff/students to address equipment safety/security issues.
Performs other specific job-related duties as directed: - Administer student medications per order/policy
- Assists with unexpected/urgent situations as needed.
- Helps implement new procedures/programs as requested.
- Supports workplace initiatives that improve productivity and advance district goals.
QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS: Current First Aid/CPR certification. Adheres to the
Licensure Code of Professional Conduct for Ohio Educators. Anticipates time constraints. Manages tasks efficiently to meet deadlines. Complies with drug-free workplace rules, board policies and administrative guidelines/procedures. Embodies high ethical standards/integrity. Accepts personal responsibility for decisions/conduct. Exhibits consistent, impartial and resourceful decision-making skills. Interprets information accurately. Evaluates options thoroughly.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE: Required: Registered nurse with a Baccalaureate degree or higher and valid state nursing license. Valid ODE license as a school nurse or willingness to obtain license or ODE registration within 3 months of hiring. EOE
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