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Jackson County School District Regional Nurse/LPN

GA, Jackson County
Permanent

JOB GOAL: To assist with clinic assistant staff for the West Side Schools in Jackson County

 

QUALIFICATIONS: REQUIRED:

1. Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)

2. First aid, CPR, and other certifications or willingness to become certified within a designated time frame.

 

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

  1. Demonstrate basic clerical skills, including filing, record keeping, clinical documentation and report preparation
  2. Ability to work independently 
  3. Display ability to perform basic math skills
  4. Word processing, database, spreadsheet, and other basic computer skills.
  5. Communicate effectively in written and oral form using positive interpersonal skills
  6. Display ability to maintain confidentiality as directed by the supervising school nurse
  7. Ability to be a positive, contributing member of a team
  8. Operates in a professional office environment
  9. Routinely use standard office equipment such as computers, phones, and photocopiers

 

Physical Requirements:

  1. Ability to perform tasks involving twisting, reaching, and prolonged periods of standing, walking, and sitting.
  2. Ability to perform routine physical activities such as bending and lifting/pushing/pulling up to 20+ pounds.
  3. Vision, hearing, written, and verbal communications are essential factors in performing required tasks.

 

Working Conditions:

May require occasional travel to schools and other locations within the school district

 

REPORTS TO:

Lead Nurse and Student Support Services Director 

 

PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:

  1. Will attend student IHP, 504, IEP meetings to help establish student's individual healthcare plans. 
  2. Assist clinic staff with students medical needs.
  3. Contact Lead Regional nurse regarding student health issues and questions as needed.
  4. Notify school administration or designee immediately in the case of an emergency situation, including any time a call to 911 is made.
  5. Assist schools during medical emergencies.
  6. Assist and conduct routine health screenings as directed by the Lead Nurse.
  7. Help assist with schools emergency response team drills.
  8. Administer medications and perform necessary health procedures, according to student health needs when coverage needed in clinics. 
  9. Assists with referrals to, school social workers, guidance counselor, school administration, school staff, and community agencies as appropriate.
  10. Communicate effectively with students, parents, staff, and community agencies, while maintaining confidentiality of student information.
  11.  Perform clerical duties regarding school health services, including:
  • Organize, file, and maintain student health information in a confidential manner.
  • Documentation of any/all health services provided.
  • Maintenance and record of school clinic supply inventory.
  • Assist school nurse in the updating and completion of student health records, including, but not limited to: immunizations, emergency cards, and health plans.