JOB CLASS:  8262
TITLE:                           SUBSTITUTE SCHOOL NURSE, RN/LPN
CLASSIFICATION:       SUBSTITUTE SCHOOL NURSE, RN/LPN
JOB GOAL: Administer basic first aid procedures and screen ill or injured children in accordance with  State laws and District regulations; conduct a variety of health screenings; prepare and maintain accurate student medical record, files and reports ON AN AS NEEDED BASIS ONLY.
REPORTS TO : Principal – District Nurse
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Any combination equivalent to:  Graduation as a Licensed Practical Nurse and one year comprehensive nursing experience.
• Valid First Aid and CPR Certificate issued by an authorized agency.
KNOWLEDGE OF:
• First Aid, age-appropriate CPR and nursing practices and procedures.
• Various health-screening practices, procedures and techniques.
• Oral and written communication skills.
• Record-keeping techniques.
• Policies and objectives of assigned program and activities.
• Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.
• Health and safety regulations.
• Contagious diseases.
ABILITY TO:
• Administer first aid according to established procedures.
• Conduct variety of health screenings.
• Prepare and maintain accurate student medical records.
• Make referrals and perform follow-up.
• Maintain medical equipment in proper working condition.
• Understand and follow written prescriptions.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative effective working relationships with others.
• Maintain current knowledge of technological advances in the field.
• Complete work with many interruptions.
• Determine appropriate action within clearly defined guidelines.
• Observe health and safety regulations.
REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:
• Administer first aid or nursing care for accidents, seizures, preventive medicine and other educational-related medical problems; provide CPR and first aid to school employees as needed.
• Conduct height, weight, vision, hearing, scoliosis and other health screenings as required; provide screening for head lice and observe students on a regular basis to detect health needs.
• Refer students to appropriate personnel, resources or clinics and follow-up as necessary.
• Maintain health records and medical logs; update immunization and student records as needed; prepare and submit periodical medical reports for appropriate organizations or District personnel and assure compliance with established laws and regulations.
• Dispense and retain medication and perform medical treatment in accordance with physician’s instructions within District guidelines.
• Communicate with various community health agencies and civic organizations to exchange information, coordinate activities and obtain student needs such as medication, glasses, hearing aides and clothing as needed.
• Conduct training for students, parents and school staff as required.
• Provide information and make recommendations to principals, substitutes, teachers and parents regarding health issues of students and school health program needs, develop programs to meet school health needs.
• Make home visits as required; authorize re-admissions to school.
• Maintain stock of first aid supplies; assure medical equipment is in proper working condition; order supplies and equipment as needed.
• Participate in screening for health defects and sanitary conditions in schools.
• Maintain current knowledge of medical advances and information, public health issues and treatment procedures.
• Administer health services to students as necessary, including, but not limited to, the administration of medication; the operation, maintenance, or health care through the use of medical equipment; or the administration of clinical procedures.
• Perform related duties as assigned.
• Acts in accordance with the by-laws and policies as set forth by the Owensboro Board of Education, KRS and KAR, and applicable Federal laws and regulations.
• Demonstrates loyalty and dedication to the purposes and goals of the Owensboro Public Schools.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
OTHER FACTORS:
• Substitute classified salary schedule
Equal Education and Employment Opportunities M/F/D
Primary Location District Wide Salary Range Per Hour Shift Type Substitute