The Certified School Nurse (CSN) identifies and treats health conditions among students in the school setting. The CSN provides instruction for the student’s general wellbeing and disease prevention. The Certified School Nurse must assess the student’s physical condition in the school setting and refer the student to appropriate resources as needed to be successful in school. Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
Participates in Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting plans by including assessment planning, health history or medical review for the student
Promotes healthy practices and nursing services to the students so they will be successful in general education classes
Coordinates services with other special services personnel within the school to support students
Communicates with school administrators, teachers and other staff members about students with specific health problems adhering to HIPAA and federal laws
Follows the school’s district policies for health, emergency care, accidents, drug abuse and bullying
Notifies school Administers, local health department, parents and staff about confirmed communicable diseases within the school
Writes student’s IEP goals related to student’s health condition that is impacting student’s learning
Completes and files school and state reports regarding screenings, immunizations, physicals, etc.
Charts pertinent information on student's health file
Monitors compliance of school health program with federal, state and local laws, regulations and policies as applicable
Prepares health reports for supervisor, board of education and the health department
Provides first aid care and medically prescribed services
Maintains security of school health supplies and medications
Instructs students in health education according to the state curriculum
Serves as a resource person on health issues
Provides staff development on health-related topics for school staff and volunteers
Screens and conducts health appraisals for students and staff
Provides follow-up evaluations on students as required
Recommends corrective action where problems are identified
Corresponds with parents on health needs of children
Identifies abnormal growth and development, symptoms of disease and discuss with parents
Ability to coordinate and facilitate services between the school, local health agency, and other community resources
Ability to develop positive working relationships
Minimum Requirements:
Current nursing license for the state in which the nurse practices
Certification or Credential in school nursing, required
One year prior school nursing experience required
Pediatric experience, preferred
Complies with all relevant professional standards of practice
Participation and completion of Amegis' Competency program when applicable
Current CPR if applicable
TB Questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Successful completion of new hire training as applicable to job site
Understand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements
Ability to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language is required
Computer proficiency required
Must be at least 18 years of age
Benefits
At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:
Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs
Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.
About Amergis
Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions. Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.
