School Nurse
Job Description
*Provide basic healthcare to students and staff in the case of injury or acute illness
*Ensure a safe school environment for children that complies with national and local health laws
*Promote an optimal level of wellness among students and staff
*Educate students, parents, and faculty on healthy habits and the importance of maintaining proper hygiene
*Consult with parents, teachers, and school administrators regarding student care
*Develop and implement health plans for students with specific health needs
*Maintain health records for all students as per requirements of the Office of the State Superintendent of Education
*Ensure all students have up-to-date immunizations
*Collaborate with families on health care issues
Responsibilities
*Perform routine hearing, visual, growth, and other health screenings
*Administer medication, take temperatures, bandage wounds, and carry out other healthcare procedures
*Provide referrals for students to pediatricians and other health specialists, when necessary
*Keep track of students' medical histories and other paperwork, including vaccination records
*Plan and implement school health management protocols and procedures, for both routine and emergency situations
*Teach students healthy habits and lifelong skills, like the importance of handwashing
Skills and qualifications
*Strong interpersonal communication skills
*Passion for working with students
*Knowledge of national and local health regulations
*Ability to think critically under pressure
*Patience with students and excellent listening skills
*Well-versed in many areas of healthcare, including mental health
Preferred qualifications
*Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in nursing
*Current nursing license from the regulatory board
*BLS/CPR certification
*Ability to assess situations and act quickly
*Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask
*Compassionate and empathetic demeanor
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*Provide basic healthcare to students and staff in the case of injury or acute illness
*Ensure a safe school environment for children that complies with national and local health laws
*Promote an optimal level of wellness among students and staff
*Educate students, parents, and faculty on healthy habits and the importance of maintaining proper hygiene
*Consult with parents, teachers, and school administrators regarding student care
*Develop and implement health plans for students with specific health needs
*Maintain health records for all students as per requirements of the Office of the State Superintendent of Education
*Ensure all students have up-to-date immunizations
*Collaborate with families on health care issues
Responsibilities
*Perform routine hearing, visual, growth, and other health screenings
*Administer medication, take temperatures, bandage wounds, and carry out other healthcare procedures
*Provide referrals for students to pediatricians and other health specialists, when necessary
*Keep track of students' medical histories and other paperwork, including vaccination records
*Plan and implement school health management protocols and procedures, for both routine and emergency situations
*Teach students healthy habits and lifelong skills, like the importance of handwashing
Skills and qualifications
*Strong interpersonal communication skills
*Passion for working with students
*Knowledge of national and local health regulations
*Ability to think critically under pressure
*Patience with students and excellent listening skills
*Well-versed in many areas of healthcare, including mental health
Preferred qualifications
*Minimum of a Bachelor's degree in nursing
*Current nursing license from the regulatory board
*BLS/CPR certification
*Ability to assess situations and act quickly
*Excellent organizational skills and ability to multitask
*Compassionate and empathetic demeanor
PI8de8c700f100-29448-40100053
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