SCHOOL NURSE (SUBSTITUTE)

Montgomery-Public-Schools; Opelika (AL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Montgomery Public Schools seeks a qualified School Nurse to provide comprehensive student health services on-site. The role includes conducting health appraisals, coordinating with staff and external agencies, and maintaining careful health records to support student well-being.

Ideal candidates hold an Alabama RN license, current BLS and CPR certifications, and a valid Alabama driving license. Background checks as required by state regulations will be completed prior to hire.

Qualifications

• Must be a Registered Nurse licensed in Alabama.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers required.
• CPR certification must be current.
• Possess a valid Alabama Driving License.
• Background clearance as per Alabama statutes and State Board of Education.
• Experience in school health services is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide health appraisals in vision, dental, communicable diseases, and gross physical defects.
• Follow-up on health appraisal programs including preschool health screening and student immunizations.
• Make referrals for evaluation and treatment of student health problems.
• Provide first-aid assistance on request of the principal.
• Organize student health services with other agencies.
• Maintain adequate student health records.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration.

Skills

Registered Nurse

Alabama Nursing License

BLS for Healthcare Providers

CPR certification

Alabama Driving License

Background clearance

Job description

SCHOOL NURSE

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Registered Nurse.
• Must hold valid Alabama Nursing License as a Registered Nurse.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers.
• Maintain a current CPR certification.
• Must hold valid Alabama Driving License.
• Must meet background clearance requirements as specified by Alabama Statutes and State Board of Education regulations.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provide health appraisals in the areas of vision, dental, communicable diseases, and gross physical defects.
• Follow-up on health appraisal programs which include pre-school health screening program, student immunization program, and appropriate parental contact.
• Make appropriate referrals for evaluation and treatment of student health problems.
• Provide first-aid assistance upon the request of the principal.
• Organize student health services with other agencies.
• Maintain adequate student health records.
• Perform other duties as assigned by administration.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Medium Work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 20 pounds of force frequently and/or up to 10 pounds of force as needed to move objects.