Head School Nurse
Employee Category: Classified | FLSA Status: Non-Exempt | Term: School Calendar Term | Reports To: Hartford Elementary Principal | Location: District Wide | Shift: Full-Time | Salary: $32.75 per hour
Requirements
* Education: Bachelor’s degree in nursing.
* License: Current, valid South Dakota Registered Nurse License.
* Experience: 1–3 years in health care, preferably in community health, school nursing, or pediatrics.
* Physical: Constant hand‑eye and mind‑eye coordination; walking, standing, frequent bending, carrying, pushing, pulling, reaching, stooping, turning, crouching; ability to lift up to 30 lbs intermittently. Reasonable accommodations may be made.
* Other: Excellent written and verbal communication, time management, problem‑solving skills; computer proficiency in word processing, spreadsheets, data entry, email, internet; ability to provide physical assessment and CPR; ability to work modified assignments; adherence to district policies; confidentiality.
* Required: Post‑offer criminal background check.
Essential Functions and Duties
* Complies with all state laws, administrative rules, and district policies.
* Consults with administrators to determine goals and services; complies with district policy and procedures.
* Serves as a team member in identifying, evaluating, and providing services for children.
* Collects information about the health and developmental status of students and determines nursing diagnosis.
* Develops and maintains a nursing care plan with goals and interventions unique to student needs.
* Serves as a liaison between school, community health and welfare agencies, and medical profession.
* Focuses on prevention of illness, disability and early detection and correction of health problems.
* Develops and maintains student health records.
* Coordinates building health screenings and physical exams.
* Facilitates referral of students and families to appropriate district and community services.
* Administers medications, treatments, and procedures as directed by physicians and district policy.
* Trains and supervises nursing assistants and staff in delegated tasks.
* Provides health education for students, staff, and parents/guardians.
* Understands and practices confidentiality with regard to FERPA and HIPAA.
* Promotes a positive image of the West Central School District.
* Performs other duties as assigned by the superintendent of schools or director of special services.
Evaluations
This job performance will be evaluated in accordance with provisions as outlined in district policy and/or procedure.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The District does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.
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