Registered Nurse

Montgomery Public Schools; LaFayette (AL); On-site; USD 52,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Chambers County Board of Education is seeking a Registered Nurse to direct and provide healthcare services in the school system. The position requires Alabama RN licensure, CPR, and ability to travel between schools to support health programs.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating health plans, and educating staff on health topics while maintaining data records and confidentiality. This role emphasizes leadership and community collaboration within the school environment.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of vision and hearing screening methods and reporting.
• Ability to apply adult learning principles for staff development.
• Current general medical and pediatric nursing practices.
• Demonstrated leadership in group settings.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to organize and report health data accurately.
• Proficiency with computer systems used in health services.
• Effective public relations to support program goals.
• Familiarity with board policies and school procedures.
• Understanding school system functions for health program operations.
• Physical and emotional stamina for fast-paced work.
• Willingness to travel between schools for coverage.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing school health programs with administrator.
• Support prevention and control of communicable diseases.
• Supervise and train staff on medications and equipment use.
• Oversee licensed personnel in invasive procedures.
• Participate in student health plans (504/IEP).
• Visit students' homes as needed for care coordination.
• Help maintain environmental health standards in schools.
• Present to PTA and faculty as requested.
• Collaborate with community agencies for health services.
• Engage in professional organizations and education programs.
• Administer first aid per established procedures.
• Instruct teachers on health screening of students.
• Serve as liaison between health professionals and schools.
• Report child abuse/neglect to authorities.
• Recommend exclusion/readmission per policy on infections.
• Provide in-service education on health topics.
• Coordinate state-mandated health screenings.
• Adhere to rules and protect confidentiality.
• Show initiative and maintain ethical standards.
• Stay updated on practices to meet goals.
• Keep supervisor informed of issues and events.
• Respond to inquiries in a timely manner.
• Participate in school/system committees.
• Demonstrate teamwork and alignment with goals.
• Identify problems or improvement opportunities.
• Prepare reports and maintain records.
• Take on other duties as assigned.

Skills

Vision & hearing screening

Adult learning principles

Pediatric nursing

Leadership in groups

Written & oral communication

Data reporting & records

Computer proficiency

Public relations

Knowledge of board policies

School health operations

Professional collaboration

Adaptability in high-paced settings

Job description

Registered Nurse

Chambers County Board of Education Job Description

Registered Nurse

Qualifications

• 1. Valid Alabama license to practice as a registered nurse.
• 2. Any other certificate required by state law.
• 3. Valid CPR Card.
• 4. Valid Alabama driver’s license.
• 5. Must meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457

FLSA STATUS: Exempt SUPERVISED BY: Elementary School Director and Lead Nurse SUPERVISES: Licensed Practical Nurse(s)

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• 1. Knowledge of effective procedures and practices for vision, hearing and other appropriate health screening activities.
• 2. Knowledge of and experience with principles and theories of adult learning for effective staff development and in-service activities.
• 3. Knowledge of current general medical and pediatric nursing practices.
• 4. Ability to demonstrate effective leadership skills in group settings.
• 5. Effective written and oral communication skills.
• 6. Ability to organize, maintain and report data and information related to health services.
• 7. Ability to use computers or other technology needed to perform job responsibilities.
• 8. Ability to use effective public relations skills necessary for the successful implementation of programs, the coordination of committees and to maintain productive relationships with colleagues, school personnel, parents, community resources, other health professionals and students.
• 9. Knowledge of Board policies and procedures.
• 10. Knowledge of school system functions, departments, personnel and schools necessary for the efficient and effective processing of communications, requesting of needed information and implementation of the school nursing programs.
• 11. Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in a fast-paces, high-intensive work environment.
• 12. Ability to travel between the schools throughout the school system.

Job Goal

To direct and provide healthcare services, health education, and healthcare information to maximize student achievement in the school system.

Performance Responsibilities and Essential Functions

1. 1. Assists the administrator in developing school health programs.
2. 2. Aids in primary prevention and control of communicable diseases.
3. 3. Supervises and trains designated personnel in the administration of medications and the operation of healthcare equipment (AEDs, etc.)
4. 4. Supervises designated licensed personnel in the performance of invasive procedures.
5. 5. Participates in planning and implementing student health plans (504, IEPs, food allergy plans, etc.)
6. 6. Visits students’ homes when necessary.
7. 7. Assists school personnel in maintaining environmental standards in school.
8. 8. Speaks to PTA and faculty groups as requested.
9. 9. Works with community agencies to provide improved health services.
10. 10. Participates in professional organizations and educational programs.
11. 11. Administers first aid in accordance with established first aid procedures.
12. 12. Instructs teachers on screening students for health problems.
13. 13. Serves as a liaison between health professionals and the school system regarding the health needs of students.
14. 14. Reports child abuse and neglect to the Department of Human Resources.
15. 15. Recommends exclusion and readmission of students in compliance with Board policy on infections and contagious diseases/conditions.
16. 16. Provide effective in-service education on health-related topics for school system personnel.
17. 17. Coordinates and implements health screenings mandated by state law. (spinal screening, vision, hearing, etc.)
18. 18. Adheres to rules and regulations.
19. 19. Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
20. 20. Models and maintains high ethical standards.
21. 21. Demonstrates initiative in the performance of assigned responsibilities.
22. 22. Maintains expertise in assigned area to fulfill project goals and objectives.
23. 23. Participates successfully in the training programs offered to increase skill and proficiency related to assignment.
24. 24. Keeps supervisor informed of potential problems or unusual events.
25. 25. Responds to inquiries and concerns in a timely manner.
26. 26. Serves on school/system committees as required or appropriate.
27. 27. Exhibits interpersonal skills to work as an effective team member.
28. 28. Demonstrates support for the school system and its goals and priorities.
29. 29. Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems or opportunities for improvement.
30. 30. Prepares all required reports and maintains all appropriate records.
31. 31. Assumes other reasonable and equitable job-related duties assigned by the immediate supervisor.

Terms of Employment

The terms of employment shall be in accordance with the provisions of the Board's salary schedule. EVALUATION: Performance of this job will be evaluated annually in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on performance assessment.

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