School Nurse

Jefferson Parish School District; Harvey (LA); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferson Parish Schools in Harvey, Louisiana seeks a School Nurse to provide health services to students, coordinate health procedures, and support school staff and families. The nurse ensures health records are complete, administers screenings, and collaborates with health professionals to support student wellbeing.

Must hold an active Louisiana RN license and CPR certification; ancillary certification with the Louisiana Department of Education is required along with CE hours.

Qualifications

• Holds and maintains RN licensure with the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.

Responsibilities

• Provide health services to students during the school day.
• Establishes a weekly routine of visits to schools and coordinates health procedures.
• Trains staff for student health procedures and medication administration.
• Reviews immunization records and health history; develops an IHP and communicates health needs to staff.
• Conducts vision, hearing, scoliosis screenings and records results in health files.
• Counsels pregnant students per local board policy.
• Acts as health resource for school staff and liaison between parents, school and health community.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Health Services.

Skills

Detail-oriented

Independent

Strong communication

Analytical problem-solving

Education

RN licensure (Louisiana State Board of Nursing)

CPR certification

Ancillary certification (Louisiana Dept of Education)

Continuing education in school nursing (10 hours)

2 years pediatrics/community nursing

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

School Nurse

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Job Details

Job ID: 4730290

Application Deadline: Posted until filled

Posted: Jul 25, 2024 12:00 AM (UTC)

Starting Date: Immediately

Job Description

Position Description:

• The Nurse is responsible for providing health services to students during the school day as outlined by the State Department of Education and the Jefferson Parish Public School System.

Scope of Responsibility:

• Establishes a weekly routine of visits to schools.
• Conducts Health Conferences for students with special health needs and processes appropriate paperwork from the licensed prescriber and parent for health procedures and medications ordered during the school day.
• Trains staff for student health procedures and medication administration.
• Assists in checking immunization records on grades as required by the State Department of Health and the State Department of Education.
• Reviews the health and developmental history on all appropriate students, develops an IHP, notifies staff of any health needs and implements appropriate accommodations when needed.
• Conducts vision, hearing, scoliosis, and other screenings on students in designated grade levels as required by the State Department of Education, records on student’s health record and refers to proper resources as needed.
• Provides Breast Self Exam instructions to high school females as mandated by the State Department of Education.
• Follow-up on all students with suspected health problems; make home visits as necessary.
• Provides health assessments for students who are ill or injured while at school.
• Serves as a health resource person to school staff and as a liaison between parent, school and health community.
• Maintains complete health records on all school nurse activities.
• Counsels pregnant students on a routine basis in accordance with local school board policy.
• Performs all other duties as assigned by the Director of Health Services.
• Performs other duties as assigned by the Health & Social Services Executive Director.

Skills and Qualifications:

• We seek detail-oriented, independent self-starters who demonstrate an unwavering commitment to raising student achievement and who have a record of high performance in challenging situations.

Successful candidates will also demonstrate:

• Holds and maintains current Registered Nurse licensure with the Louisiana State Board of Nursing.
• Holds and maintains current certification in CPR.
• Maintains ancillary certification with the Louisiana Dept of Education.
• Acquires a minimum of 10 contact hours of continuing education in subjects related to school nursing.
• 2 years experience in pediatrics or community nursing is required.
• Strong communication skills in multiple settings and the ability to be an engaging change agent and culturecreator that can inspire and motivate.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills, with an ability to use quantitative and qualitative data to make decisions and recommendations.
• Collaborative management style, with a proven track record of working with diverse individuals at all levels to drive decision-making and results.
• High degree of professionalism, with the ability to manage multiple competing priorities, while consistently demonstrating sound judgment and disciplined thinking.

Desired Qualifications:

• 5+ years experience in pediatrics or community nursing is recommended
• Previous school nursing experience.

Physical Involvement:

• Must be able to operate office equipment. Standing, walking, reaching, bending, and lifting up to 10 pounds is required.

Compensation:

• JP Schools offers a competitive salary that is commensurate with experience.
• JPSchoolsalso offers a competitive benefits package.

Position Type: Full-Time

Job Categories:

Student Services > School Nurse

Job Requirements

• Citizenship, residency or work visa required

Contact Information

• Jennifer Harrell , DIRECTOR HEALTH SERVICES
• HEALTH & SOCIAL SERVICES
• Email: [e-mail]