Under the direction and supervision of the Coordinator I - School Health and Wellness and the Principal, the School Nurse administers all medications, including injections, to students; monitors blood sugar levels; maintains the schools medicine log; and performs other duties as assigned. Daily contact is made with students, teachers, parents and administrators.

Essential Functions

• Provides first aid service to students and faculty.
• Attempts to determine extent of injuries and takes appropriate action, whether it be on-the-spot first aid or referral to another health agency.
• Provides counseling and referral services for students with special needs.
• Provides instruction in areas of personal hygiene and disease prevention.
• Requisitions supplies and equipment as needed.
• Assumes responsibility for inventory and safe storage of all departmental supplies.
• Maintains confidential records on services provided for students and staff.
• Performs housekeeping duties in the department to insure high standards of sanitation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of and ability to perform catheterizations, tube feedings, respiratory (asthma) treatments, and related duties
• Strong interpersonal skills required.
• General knowledge of computers required.
• Lifting up to 40 pounds consistently and other limited physical activities are required.

Qualifications

• A minimum of a current LPN License required; RN preferred.
• Documented successful experience in performing the above procedures required.
• Successful experience working with school-aged children.