Clinic Substitute, Licensed (SUB2)

Cobb County School District; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Cobb County School District is seeking a Clinic Substitute, Licensed to provide health care services in the school clinic under the supervision of the principal and district nurse administrator. The position requires a Georgia RN or LPN license, completion of CCSD training, and at least 1 year of nursing experience (2 preferred).

The role follows district procedures and emphasizes student safety and confidentiality.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or state equivalent; nursing program graduate required.
• Valid Georgia RN or LPN license; CCSD training and tests completed.
• Minimum 1 year nursing experience; 2 years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Attends mandatory Clinic Substitute Training and updates training as needed.
• Delivers nursing services consistent with Georgia Board of Nursing rules and district policies; adheres to confidentiality.
• Administers and documents medications to students according to approved clinic policies and physician directions.
• Maintains accurate documentation of clinic services including emergency situations; demonstrates professional behavior.
• Communicates and collaborates with school personnel, nursing administration, students and families in a professional manner.

Skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Record keeping

Interpersonal skills

Fundamental nursing concepts

Education

High school diploma or state equivalent

Graduate from accredited nursing education program

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Clinic Substitute, Licensed

JOB CODE: SUB2

DIVISION: Chief of Staff

SALARY SCHEDULE: N/A

DEPARTMENT: Student Support

WORKDAYS: N/A

REPORTS TO: Principal and Asst. Director-Student Support - District School Nurse Administrator

PAY GRADE: N/A

PAY FREQUENCY: Monthly

PRIMARY FUNCTION

Provides appropriate health care services for students in the school clinic; under the general supervision of the principal, in the absence of the school nurse

Requirements

• Educational Level: High school diploma or state equivalent requirement; graduate of an accredited nursing education program required
• Certification/License Required: Valid Georgia RN/LPN license; must successfully complete the CCSD training course and pass all written tests; must fulfill continuing competency requirements
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year nursing experience required; 2 years of professional nursing experience preferred
• Physical Activities: Routine physical activities that are required to fulfill job responsibilities
• Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Written and oral communication; ability to maintain a positive working relationship with school personnel, students and families; record keeping and organizational abilities; interpersonal skills necessary for overseeing clinic; knowledge of fundamental nursing concepts, practices, and procedures is essential

The Board of Education and the Superintendent may accept alternatives to some of the above requirements.

Essential Duties

• Demonstrates prompt and regular attendance.
• Presents professional and well-groomed appearance according to District Dress Code.
• Attends mandatory Clinic Substitute Training and updates training as needed.
• Adheres to District Administrative Rules and delivers nursing services consistent with the Georgia Board of Nursing rules and regulations; nursing procedures are efficient, sage, and effective; maintains accurate documentation of clinic services including emergency situations and demonstrates ethical and professional behavior, including maintenance of confidentiality at all times.
• Uses and instructs students and staff in standard precautions at all times.
• Administers and documents medications to students according to approved clinic policies, procedures, protocols and written physician directions to include injectable medications and emergency medication with appropriate documented records.
• Performs appropriate health care procedures from orders written by a licensed physician.
• Provides privacy, a caring environment, and displays and models respect towards students and others and communicates clear behavior expectations in the clinic to students and staff.
• Identifies and manages individuals with suspected infectious illnesses and helps prevent transmission to others through exclusion and education; reports required information to the Consulting Nurse.
• Uses Clinic Substitute Folder, New Nurse/Clinic Substitute Training Manual, and other appropriate resource materials efficiently and effectively.
• Communicates and collaborates with school personnel, nursing administration, students, and families in a professional manner and with appropriate frequency about school health issues.
• Performs other duties as assigned by appropriate administrator.