Impactful Substitute School Health Nurse

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Phenix City (AL); Presencial; USD 52 000 - 72 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Phenix City Public Schools seeks a qualified School Nurse to provide health services, screenings, and health education in assigned schools. The nurse will support students, teachers and families, and ensure compliance with Alabama Dept. of Public Health guidelines.

The role requires RN licensure in Alabama, a nursing degree, and a valid driver’s license; experience in school health is preferred. Nine-month term with salary determined by local matrix and experience.

Qualificações

• Graduation from an accredited school of nursing.
• Licensed as a Registered Nurse in the State of Alabama.
• Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university is preferred but not required.
• Possesses valid state driver's license.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board might find appropriate and acceptable.

Responsabilidades

• Carry out the Phenix City Public School's health program in assigned schools.
• Schedule and conduct screenings and assessments to detect problems in vision, hearing, and scoliosis; document and refer per Alabama public health regulations.
• Maintain contact with community health agencies and clinics; stay familiar with policies.
• Investigate referrals and refer to appropriate agencies for treatment.
• Schedule home visits when appropriate.
• Collaborate with principals and teachers to plan and carry out first aid and safety education programs.
• Advise teachers in obtaining materials and resources for school health education.
• Assist in enforcing policies for control of communicable diseases; conduct inspections and provide information to officials and parents.
• Maintain required records; compile and submit periodic reports on program status.
• Review immunization records; notify parents of delinquencies and provide updates per guidelines.
• Participate in staff inservices and professional development.
• Serve on the IEP team when health-related services are primary.
• Provide health-related services to students and assist with school emergencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor or Superintendent.

Conhecimentos

Health education

Screenings & assessments

Recordkeeping

Communication with parents

Formação académica

RN license in Alabama

Bachelor's degree preferred

Driver's license

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Phenix City Public Schools seeks a qualified School Nurse to provide health services, screenings, and health education in assigned schools. The nurse will support students, teachers and families, and ensure compliance with Alabama Dept. of Public Health guidelines.

The role requires RN licensure in Alabama, a nursing degree, and a valid driver’s license; experience in school health is preferred. Nine-month term with salary determined by local matrix and experience.