Job Title:                School Nurse

Job Code:              083

Prepared By:         Richard Dezendorf

Prepared Date:      September 4, 1997

Approved By:       David A. Barr

Approved Date:   April 2, 2001

SUMMARY

Assesses, evaluates, and administers the total Health and Development status of students and provides for the optimum physical well-being of students, in cooperation with Special Education staff, school staff, parents and community health organizations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Performs physical assessments, obtains medical histories and maintains adequate health records of special education students.

• Provides information and recommendations relative to the IEP process as it relates to health services.

• Plans and conducts health counseling sessions for students and families and initiates referrals to appropriate health specialists and agencies when necessary.

• Plans and conducts workshops for paraprofessionals to train them in complex procedures (diapering, feeding, tracheostomy care, gastrostomy feeding, etc.).

• Certifies those paraprofessionals who successfully complete training of non-complex procedures.

• Provide health education to classroom teachers, parents and community groups.

• Complies with rules and regulations of local and state health agencies and the school board for implementing controls of communicable diseases.

• Assists in periodic inspections of school plants to determine the environmental health as it relates to special needs students.

• Makes home visits when necessary.

• Performs other related duties as required or assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE

Hold current license as a registered professional nurse in the State of Louisiana.  Hold a current certificate as a school nurse in the State of Louisiana.  Have a minimum of 2 years experience as a registered professional nurse.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret common scientific and technical journals and legal documents. Ability to respond to common inquiries or complaints from employees and regulatory agencies. Ability to compose communication that conforms to prescribed style and format.  Ability to effectively present information to middle management.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to plan, organize, and oversee the work of assigned personnel; to work tactfully and harmoniously with staff, schools, students, agencies, parents, and/or the public; to hold records, reports, and conversations in confidence; to command the respect and liking of students; to plan, organize, and carry out assignments under minimum supervision.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Physical stamina and emotional stability to work effectively under pressure and to keep all aspects of the job under control. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.  The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

PROFESSIONAL CONDUCT

Employee acknowledges that he/she is required to maintain a high standard of professional conduct.  Breach of said professional conduct includes but is not limited to: neglect of duty, dishonesty, engagement in acts that are contrary to CPSB policy, unlawful activities, or any other conduct which is seriously prejudicial to the school system.

CHAIN OF SUPERVISION

Head Nurse

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT

172 days (or as assigned)

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