System Mission: To create a culture of intellectual curiosity where all students have ownership over their learning and are inspired to think, innovate, and create.
LOCATION: Pike Road School District
REPORTS TO: Assistant Superintendent
SUPERVISES: Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurse(s) as assigned
FLSA STATUS: Exempt
JOB GOAL:
To direct and provide healthcare services, health education, and healthcare information in support of the school system’s mission.
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Valid license from the Alabama Board of Nursing to practice as a registered nurse.
- Any other certificate required by state law.
- Valid CPR Card.
- Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002Q457.
- Valid Alabama driver’s license and the ability to have access to appropriate transportation to meet job requirements.
- Knowledge of effective procedures and practices for vision, hearing, and other appropriate health screening activities.
- nowledge of and experience with principles and theories of adult learning for effective staff development and in-service activities.
- Knowledge of current general medical and pediatric nursing practices.
- Ability to demonstrate effective leadership skills in group settings.
- Demonstrated proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
- Effective interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on communication and collaboration with a wide variety of people and groups.
- Ability to organize, maintain and report data and information related to health services.
- Ability to use computers or other technology needed to perform job responsibilities.
- 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.
- Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in a fast-paced, highly intensive work environment.
- Ability to travel between the schools throughout the school system.
- Ability to identify and solve problems as a productive team member.
- Ability to use technology to communicate, manage data, and produce/submit required reports, correspondence, and/or financial information.
- Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.
- Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.
TERMS: 220 Day appointment compensated in accordance with the Board-approved salary schedule
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals, and priorities.
- Assists school and system administrators and school staff in developing school health programs.
- Directs the activities of registered nurses, LPNs, and other school staff performing health or first aid services within the assigned region of supervision
- Aids in primary prevention and control of communicable diseases.
- Supervises and trains designated personnel in administering medications and the operation of healthcare equipment (AEDs, etc.)
- Oversees the training and certification of nurses and school system health workers.
- Participates in planning and implementing student health plans (504, IEPs, food allergy plans, etc.) as needed.
- Visits students’ homes when necessary.
- Assists school personnel in maintaining environmental standards in school.
- Speaks to parent-teacher association(s), parent or civic groups, and faculty groups as requested.
- Works with community agencies to provide improved health services.
- Participates in professional organizations and educational programs.
- Administers first aid per established first aid procedures when needed.
- Plans school and school system healthcare and wellness education programs; oversees healthcare curriculum implementation.
- Manages records of needed health certifications and credentials renewal (CPR, AED, etc.)
- Instructs teachers on screening students for health problems.
- Serves as a liaison between the ALSDE and the school system regarding the health needs of students, system reporting, and data collection.
- Reports child abuse and neglect to the Department of Human Resources.
- Recommends exclusion and readmission of students in compliance with Board policy on infections and contagious diseases/conditions.
- Provide effective in-service education on health-related topics for school system personnel.
- Coordinates and implements health screenings mandated by state law. (spinal screening, vision, hearing, etc.)
- Maintains appropriate confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters.
- Demonstrates initiative in identifying potential problems and/or opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.
- Reports potential problems, unusual events, or work irregularities to appropriate administrative or supervisory personnel.
- Responds to inquiries, requests, constructive feedback, concerns, and/or complaints in a timely and positive manner.
- Maintains and submits reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
- Properly uses and cares for equipment and material resources of the school system and effectively supervises and monitors others in the care, maintenance, and use of tools, equipment, and inventory.
- Uses effective collaboration skills to work as a productive team member.
- Serves on school system committees, task forces, and representatives groups as required.
- Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local regulations.
- Reports absences and takes leave per Board policies and procedures.
- Performs any other job-related duties as assigned.
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.
EVALUATION: Evaluation is conducted by Assistant Superintendent
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $51,430.00 – $65,450.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Free parking
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Travel reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
- Pediatrics
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
License/Certification:
- RN License (Required)
Work Location:
- Multiple locations
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