Substitute Building Nurse

The Ankeny Community School District (CSD) is renowned for its excellence across academics, athletics, the arts, and various activities. Situated in central Iowa, just 6 miles from Des Moines, Ankeny CSD caters to over 12,800 students from preschool through 12th grade, making it the 7th largest district in the state. With a strong reputation for its commitment to student success and a competitive salary and benefits package, Ankeny CSD is a standout choice for both educators and families seeking a high-quality educational environment.

JDE: 5.61

Substitute Building Nurse

Purpose Statement

The position of Substitute Building Nurse is to provide direct health services to individual students, parents/guardians and staff. Participate in the planning, implementation and evaluation of the school health services program.

Job Title: Substitute Building Nurse

Hourly Wage: $175 per day

Reports To : Building Principal

Wage/Hour Status : Non-Exempt

Hours: Vary based on building, location, and need

Minimum Qualifications :

Registered Nurse with valid Iowa licensure

Current CPR certification

Prior experience in school nursing, or acute care setting

Essential Functions

Work well with school personnel, parents, and the public.

Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing.

Knowledge of current practices for common childhood illnesses and chronic disease: asthma management, diabetes, insulin pen and pumps, seizure management

Ability to perform skilled nursing care

Administers medications and treatment as ordered.

Provider care for student and staff illness and accidents.

Administers care based on individual health care plans and individual emergency care plans.

Serves as liaison between the home and the school regarding student health concerns.

Document all encounters in the health record system.

Follows communicable disease control procedures and informs administration and/or parents regarding school exclusion and readmission.

Working Environment

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

The usual and customary methods of performing the position functions require the following physical demands: lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, climbing, reaching, driving, standing and walking. Working conditions may include extreme temperatures and humidity. Hazards may include exposure to communicable diseases. This position requires one to maintain emotional control under stress.

Terms of Employment

Work year established by the District; Salary according to schedule adopted annually.

Clearances

Background Clearance

Evaluation

Job performance will be evaluated annually, as per district policies and procedures

The foregoing 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.

The Ankeny Community School District is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer.