Float Nurse II (RN) - 2 positions at Park Hill School District in Kansas City, MO

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Float Nurse II - Registered Nurse SALARY: No less than $58,439.68 per year. PURPOSE STATEMENT The job of Float Nurse II - Registered Nurse is done for the purpose/s of assessing the health needs of students; developing emergency care plans and individual health plans, incorporating input from parent and/or physician; complying with the laws relating to student health, including parental and guardian consent; providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured students; providing health information and serving as a resource to teachers, staff, and administrators; and identifying health problems for referral for proper treatment. REPORTS TO: Director of Health Services ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Administers mandated screenings (e.g. vision, dental, hearing and/or back/scoliosis screenings, etc.) for the purpose of referring medical conditions and/or providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children. Administers first aid, medication and specialized medical treatments (e.g. oral suctioning, catheterization, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children. Assesses situations involving students' safety and other health related issues (e.g. abuse (physical, sexual, drug, etc.) for the purpose of identifying problems, referring for proper treatment and complying with legal requirements. Audits immunization status of all students for the purpose of keeping the district in compliance with the Missouri Division of Health and notifying parents of deficiencies and the steps to comply with immunization requirements. Collaborates with parents, students, health care providers, and/or public agencies (e.g. IHPs and EAPs, etc.) for the purpose of promoting and/or securing student health services; providing information and complying with legal requirements. Conducts site assessments (e.g. health issues, student health records, emergency preparedness, etc.) for the purpose of identifying issues and/or providing recommendations for improving safety and accessibility. Conducts age appropriate programs and/or activities in conjunction with classroom curriculum (e.g. health education, nutritional workshops, etc.) for the purpose of supporting established lesson plans. Consults with school personnel, families, and children on a variety of health related subjects (e.g. CPR, disaster preparedness, child abuse, health education, medication management, policies and procedures, substance abuse, growth and development, food allergies, STDs, hygiene, etc.) for the purpose of promoting a healthy lifestyle and/or acting as a resource to students, teachers, and other school personnel. Develops individual student care plans (e.g. IHPs, EAPs, etc.) for the purpose of addressing students' health needs, providing direction to site personnel, and/or implementing directions provided by parents and/or physicians. Implements health care plans for students with health problems (e.g. diabetes, etc.) for the purpose of meeting the needs of students with chronic health problems and/or accommodation requirements. Maintains student's confidential files and records (e.g. health care plans, agency referrals, accident reports, etc.) for the purpose of providing information required by legal requirements and professional standards. Monitors students referred for illness and/or injury for the purpose of attending to their immediate health care concerns and initiating follow-up care. Participates in a variety of meetings (e.g. workshops, seminars, interdisciplinary teams, etc.) for the purpose of gathering, conveying and/or sharing information on student health needs, service delivery, and educational programs; and/or improving skills and knowledge. Refers students requiring additional medical attention (e.g. severe in-school injuries, symptoms of contagious disease, etc.) for the purpose of providing required follow-up treatment and services. Reports health and safety is