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Salary from $50,000 a year job type full-time number of hires for this role 1
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School nurse
Position description
Working from one of commonwealth charter academy’s family service centers, the school nurse is responsible for coordinating, collaborating, and planning services to ensure that the school’s health program, as defined by the pennsylvania public school code, pennsylvania department of health and pennsylvania department of education regulations and guidelines, and school policies and guidelines are carried out accordinglyThe school nurse also consults with, and provides advice to, cca staff on the development and enhancement of health-related (physical, mental and emotional) courses, classes, and programs.
In order to be successful in any role at cca, employee must carry out all responsibilities in such a way that demonstrates and models the values of cca, abides by all standards and behaves in a professional and engaged manner at all times.
The goals of the school nurse position are to
Maintain and improve the health status of students, thus enabling them to profit fully from their educational experiences;
To provide and promote educational opportunities for students and families
The school nurse will be responsible for the following tasks:
Assist the school administrators and other persons designated by the school in planning, organizing, and maintaining a comprehensive school health program in compliance with pennsylvania public school code, pennsylvania department of health and pennsylvania department of education regulations and guidelines, and school policies and guidelines.
Consults with the school administrators to establish, review, and revise policies, procedures, and guidelines for a comprehensive school health program.
Organize and deliver school health training, presentations, and professional development to school staff.
Use data collected to help plan and evaluate the school health program.
Ensure that reports required by the pennsylvania public school code, pennsylvania department of health and pennsylvania department of education regulations and guidelines are properly prepared and submitted.
Provide services to students in accordance with current medical practice and nursing standards, relevant statutes, and regulations, including:
Perform and/or oversee mandated screenings and complete referrals and follow-up, where applicable.
Review and monitor student immunization status; make appropriate referrals for updates, as needed.
Provide health teaching and counseling and/or assist in the development of health education.
Review and maintain comprehensive health records on each child.
Inform teachers of health conditions of students which may affect behavior, appearance or scholastic performance.
Assist with/attend field trips and other school events and programs, as needed.
Contact healthcare systems, entities, and practitioners across the state for participation in school events and programs to provide health and health-related services to students and families and school staff.
Provide up-to-date information for use by school personnel on such various subjects, including the growth and development pattern of children, first aid practices, accident prevention, and communicable disease regulations; and, assist in evaluating the content material used in courses and offers assistance in providing sources of information for teaching.
Consult with school special education staff, 504 coordinators and personnel, and other school employees in the development and implementation of appropriate accommodations for students.
Support the development and enhancement of school courses, classes, and other programs in physical, mental, and emotional health and health-related areas through:
Consulting with and advising teachers and school staff and contractors in the development and enhancement of school courses, classes, and other programs.
Building partnerships with businesses and government organizations
Consulting with and providing advice and recommendations to school administrators related to the health of the school community.
Consulting with school administration concerning healthcare needs or programs for staff.
Competencies
Have excellent verbal, written, and communication skills.
Work effectively and efficiently both with and without supervision.
Be detail-oriented and analytical.
Possess strong technology skills (especially with microsoft os and ms office programs).
Be thorough.
Possess excellent collaboration skills.
Be flexible and accommodating to changes.
Demonstrate the ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
Be able to work remotely, if necessary.
Have a family service approach to education.
Be able to identify specific program improvements and submit detailed proposals for analysis.
Work environment
This job operates in a professional office environmentThis role routinely uses standard office equipment such as computers, phones, photocopiers, filing cabinets and fax machines.
Physical demands
This is largely a sedentary roleRequires the ability to lift, squat, sit, bend or stand as necessaryAbility to travel to other sites/locations as needed.
Position type
Full-time: 12 month
Exempt
Salary
Travel
Travel, including overnight travel, is required for this position.
Required education and experience
Current pa registered nurse license
Bachelor’s degree in nursing (bsn)
Cpr/aed certification
Preferred education and experience
3 years experience preferred
Required act 48 continuing education coursework for nursing license and education specialist ii certificate
Bi-lingual
Additional eligibility qualifications
Valid pa driver’s license
Appropriate automobile insurance coverage
School background clearances
Other duties
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this jobDuties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Commonwealth charter academy is an equal opportunity employment, educational and service organization.
Job type: full-time
Pay: from $50,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Dental insurance
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Work location:
One location
Work location: one location
