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Registered Nurse

This is a part-time non-benefitted RN position. Successful candidates will work less than 20 hours per week.

Supervisor: Principal, Zone Nurse, Nurse Supervisor

Job Goal:

• To direct and provide healthcare services, health education, and healthcare information for the school system.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Valid license from the Alabama Board of Nursing to practice as a registered nurse.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in hospital or community health setting.
• Any other certificate required by state law.
• Valid CPR Card.
• Valid Alabama driver's license and the ability to have access to appropriate transportation to travel between work sites throughout the school system.
• Ability to meet the suitability criteria for employment and/or certification/licensure under the Alabama Child Protection Act of 1999 and Act No. 2002-457.
• Knowledge of effective procedures and practices for vision, hearing and other appropriate health screening activities.
• Ability to provide effective staff development and in-service activities.
• Knowledge of current general medical and pediatric nursing practices.
• Ability to demonstrate effective leadership skills in group settings.
• Proficiency in oral and written communication skills.
• Effective interpersonal skills, with an emphasis on communication and collaboration with a wide variety of people and groups.
• Ability to organize, maintain and report data and information related to health services.
• Ability to use computers or other technology needed to perform job responsibilities.
• Knowledge of school system functions, departments, personnel and schools necessary for the efficient and effective processing of communications, requesting of needed information and implementation of the school nursing programs.
• Physical and emotional ability and dexterity to perform required work and move about as needed in a fast-paced work environment.
• Ability to identify and solve problems as a productive team member.
• Ability to use technology to communicate, to manage data, and to produce/submit required reports, correspondence, and/or financial information.
• Physical strength, mobility, dexterity, stamina, and acuity to perform job responsibilities.
• Ability to be punctual and in regular attendance.
• Such alternatives to the above qualifications as the Board may require.

Performance Responsibilities and Essential Functions:

• Demonstrates support for the school system and its vision, goals and priorities.
• Assists the administrator and school staff in developing school health programs.
• Aids in primary prevention and control of communicable diseases.
• Trains designated personnel in the administration of medications and the operation of healthcare equipment (e.g., AEDs)
• Monitors designated licensed personnel in the performance of invasive procedures.
• Participates in planning and implementing student health plans (504, IEPs, food allergy plans, etc.)
• Visits students' homes when necessary.
• Speaks to PTA, parent or civic groups, and faculty groups as requested.
• Works with community agencies to provide improved health services.
• Participates in professional organizations and/or educational programs to earn required CEUs for licensure.
• Administers first aid in accordance with established first aid procedures, as needed.
• Instructs teachers on screening students for health problems.
• Serves as a liaison between health professionals and the school system regarding the health needs of students.
• Recommends exclusion and readmission of students in compliance with applicable infectious and contagious diseases protocols.
• Provide effective in-service education on health-related topics for school system personnel.
• Coordinates and implements health screenings mandated by state law (spinal screening, vision, hearing, etc.)
• Maintains confidentiality regarding school/workplace matters in accordance with state and federal law.
• Demonstrates initiative in identifying opportunities for improvement in areas of responsibility.
• Responds to inquiries and requests in a timely and positive manner.
• Maintains and submits required reports, records, and correspondence in a timely and accurate manner.
• Properly cares for equipment and material resources of the school system.
• Uses collaboration skills to work as a productive team member.
• Adheres to school system rules, administrative procedures, local Board policies, and state, federal, and local laws.
• Reports absences and takes leave in accordance with Board policies and procedures.
• Performs any other job-related duties as assigned by Supervisor(s).

Terms of Employment: As established by the Board and applicable state law.

Evaluation: Performance will be evaluated in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluation of personnel.

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job goals, qualifications, and responsibilities and the employee may be required to perform other related duties as assigned. The Jefferson County Board of Education reserves the right to amend the job description as needed.