Health Services Coordinator at Park Hill School District in Kansas City, MO

Job description

POSITION TITLE: Health Services Coordinator, full-time, benefit eligible SALARY: No less than $79,312 PURPOSE STATEMENT The Health Services Coordinator supports the Director of Health Services in overseeing the delivery of safe, effective, and high-quality student health services across the district. The Coordinator plans and coordinates the clinical aspects of the district health program; manages health services staffing, including substitute, float nurse, and summer school coverage; and audits the delivery of care to ensure compliance with district policy and state and federal law. The Coordinator serves as a liaison and resource in the development, implementation, and coordination of individualized student care plans, including Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs), Emergency Action Plans (EAPs), Section 504 Plans, and Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), in collaboration with parents, healthcare providers, and school staff. The Coordinator also supports health services staff, administrators, and community partners through ongoing communication, collaboration, and professional guidance; coordinates the collection and compilation of required health data to ensure accurate and timely regulatory reporting; and promotes consistent, high-quality student healthcare practices across the district. As needed, the Coordinator provides direct nursing care to ill, injured, and medically fragile students; supports the district's preparedness and response to health, safety, and crisis situations; and assumes the responsibilities of the Director of Health Services in the Director's absence. REPORTS TO: Director of Health Services ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Plans and coordinates the clinical aspects of district health services, including determining the equipment and materials needed, to ensure adequate resources for student care. Collaborates with the Director of Health Services and health room personnel to review and update health policies and procedures (e.g., FERPA compliance) so they reflect current nursing practice and state and national recommendations; prepares revisions for Board of Education approval. Audits the delivery of student health services, including documentation, immunization compliance, medication administration, manuals, and procedures. Compiles district-wide health room data (e.g., medication and treatment logs) to meet state and federal reporting requirements. Assumes the responsibilities of the Director of Health Services in the Director's absence to ensure the continued, effective operation of the department. Coordinates health services staffing throughout the school year and summer school, including scheduling summer staff and arranging substitute or float RN coverage for absences. Provides direct nursing coverage at school buildings when a substitute or float RN is unavailable. Collaborates with the Director of Health Services in interviewing and selecting nursing candidates. Partners with the Nurse Educator/Trainer to plan department meetings, float nurse meetings, and professional development that communicate and advance district health goals. Serves as a liaison and resource to health services staff, supporting problem-solving, clinical decision-making, and the IHP, 504, and IEP processes. Reviews current-year student care plans (e.g., IHPs, EAPs) with district and building personnel, incorporates parent and physician input, and ensures plans are implemented as directed. Provides direct care to ill, injured, and medically fragile students as needed. Reports health and safety concerns to district leadership and appropriate agencies (e.g., Superintendent, Board of Education, principals, Platte County Health Department, Kansas City Health Department) to protect student safety and maintain a positive learning environment. Responds to crisis situations (e.g., student deaths, acts of violence) by providing district direction and support to students and staff. Serves as a district and community resource on health pol