School Nurse

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Other duties may be assigned.

Administer medication and treatment prescribed by physicians

Maintain up-to-date cumulative health records and other health related data on all students requiring nursing intervention

Report to parents, school personnel, physicians, clinics, and other agencies on student health matters

Assume authority, in the absence of a physician, for the care of a student who has suffered an injury or emergency illness

Administer first aid in accordance with established first aid procedures

Implement board policy on exclusion and re-admission of students in connection with infectious and contagious diseases

Conduct training for students related to handicap, health and hygiene

Assist school personnel in maintaining sanitary standards in schools

Assist staff members with necessary and required health/safety trainings

Oversee vision/hearing screenings, BMI and nutrition for students

Attend meetings and/or training as requested, required and/or needed

Daily attendance and punctuality are required for the purpose of ensuring the goals of the work unit can be met

Display professionalism in appearance, attitude, and actions

Follow code of ethics for educators