School Nurse

Health ServicesSchool Nurse Responsibilities mandated by the State of Tennessee.Mandated health screenings for Pre-K, KK, 2, 4, 6, 8, and 10thKK, 7th grade immunization auditsEnd-of-year state report which sums up all clinic visits, medications given, procedures, etc.KK immunization audit (December)OSHA trainingSchool Nurse Responsibilities (Routine)Providing first aid to students/staffPerforming procedures as needed to students such as g-tube feedings, assisting diabetic students with carb counting, Accu-Checks, etc.Medication administrationAssist with toileting as neededMonitor special diagnosis such as seizures, diabetes, allergies, and provide emergency medication as neededObtain Confidential Health forms, make a problem list, develop care plans based on the problem list and instruct staff on the needs of students according to the care plan.Monthly AED checksHealth Education classes to include but not limited to Asthma/Clean Air classes, Handwashing, Disease Processes, Infection controlHealth ReferralParticipate in 504/IEP meetingGeneral Meetings with parentsWork with PE teachers on health related issues, assist as neededManage communicable diseasesReport suspected child abuseProvide emergency aidHealth education to staffAnnual District-wide AED DrillAssist staff with obtaining CPR certificationStudent injuries/accidentsStaff injuries/workers compensation