Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
- Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution in Nursing, Public Health or closely related field.
- One year of full-time, professional experience as a School Nurse or other related nursing field.
- Valid Florida license to practice as a registered nurse (RN).
- Valid Adult and Child First Aid / CPR / AED certificate issued by the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
- Valid Florida Driver's License.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :
National Certification in School Nursing (NCSN) or other relevant certifications.Two years of full-time, professional experience as a School Nurse.Experience in health education and training for diverse populations.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES :
Knowledge of federal, state, and local laws, statutes, regulations, codes, and standards related to the area of responsibility.Knowledge of HIPAA, Public Records, Sunshine Law, FERPA, and other laws / regulations related to student and employee privacy, public information, and records retention.Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.Ability to interact in a professional manner with a diverse group of faculty, administration, students, and the community.Ability to think critically and make clear, well-reasoned and timely decisions.Ability to take initiative to plan, organize, coordinate, and perform work in various situation when numerous and diverse demands are involved.Ability to adapt quickly to changing situations and environments.Ability to respond quickly to emergencies.Ability to administer First Aid / CPR / AED as needed for illness, injury, or life-threatening emergencies per certification training guideline.Revised : 09 / 24 / 2024
Responsibilities
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
Conduct health assessments through screenings, interviews, and record reviews to address student needs.Develop and manage health plans for students with acute or chronic health conditions.Train, supervise, and evaluate school personnel handling health procedures and treatments.Act as a liaison between home and school to support student health and attendance.Maintain, evaluate, and interpret student health records to accommodate individual needs.Implement and participate in District health policies, emergency procedures, and disaster planning.Make decisions on medical referrals and emergency services when necessary.Collaborate with staff and serve on the Child Study Team to provide health services for students.Provide health education for students, parents, and staff through counseling, presentations, and workshops.Ensure a safe and healthy school environment and promote health careers as a resource person.Administer First Aid / CPR / AED and perform Medicaid administrative claims activities as needed.Participate in research to improve School Health Services and uphold ethical standards of nursing and education.Any job-related duties as assigned.Revised : 09 / 24 / 2024
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