Poudre School District
Nurse - Medically Complex-Integrated Services
Poudre School District, Fort Collins, Colorado, us, 80523
Information specific to this position:
Percentage: 20%
Work calendar days: 188
Duration of position: Ongoing
Benefits include: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, access to employee walk in clinic, as well as other optional benefi
Pay for this position is determined by the Licensed Educator Salary Schedule based on years of experience and education. Range for position is $52,000 - $74,999 annually.
This is a probationary position. However, PSD employees currently under a licensed contract may apply for this position if selected, will retain contract status.
Must have a valid Colorado Educator's License with appropriate endorsement.
SUMMARY:
Responsible for delivering health care and services to medically complex students in schools and providing other services to allow students to remain in school.
JOB TASKS:
Provide direct nursing services to medically complex students as a related service provider in an Individualized Educational Plan or 504 plan. Nursing care may include but is not limited to the following: performing nursing assessments, procedures (tube feedings and care, transfers and positioning, blood glucose monitoring, pulse oximetry, tracheostomy care, suctioning, catheterizations, diapering/toileting/hygiene care), administration of oxygen and/or medications or treatments according to medical orders and written care plans. Delegations may be performed as appropriate per nursing judgement.
Collaborate with:
a. Integrated Services teams to support staff working with medically complex students.
b. Families to ensure consistency with implementation of health care plans and regular communication between home and school regarding health conditions and status.
c. Medical providers and school nurses to ensure plans are thorough and cover all aspects of the school day, including transportation and participation in school-sponsored activities.
Participate in:
a. IEP or other team meetings pertaining to the student(s) in their care.
b. Department, team, building, and district meetings and discussions.
c. Professional growth opportunities.
Maintain records regarding health status of students with the assurance of privacy and confidentiality in compliance with FERPA law.
Demonstrate a commitment to:
a. Understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity.
b. Include and engage families in the student s education and health care needs in school.
c. Support all Poudre School District policies, procedures, and expectations.
d. Provide personal and professional excellence.
Accompany student at all times on school district premises (possibly including transportation to and from school), and when participating in any curricular of extracurricular district-sponsored programs or activities such as field trips.
Become familiar with:
a. The implementation of the student s emergency transportation procedures and being prepared to carry out those procedures.
b. The implementation of the student s emergency medical procedures and being prepared to carry out those procedures.
c. The implementation of the school s emergency procedures and being prepared to carry out those procedures.
Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Bachelor s degree in nursing required.
Percentage: 20%
Work calendar days: 188
Duration of position: Ongoing
Benefits include: Health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, PERA retirement, paid time off, short and long term disability, access to employee walk in clinic, as well as other optional benefi
Pay for this position is determined by the Licensed Educator Salary Schedule based on years of experience and education. Range for position is $52,000 - $74,999 annually.
This is a probationary position. However, PSD employees currently under a licensed contract may apply for this position if selected, will retain contract status.
Must have a valid Colorado Educator's License with appropriate endorsement.
SUMMARY:
Responsible for delivering health care and services to medically complex students in schools and providing other services to allow students to remain in school.
JOB TASKS:
Provide direct nursing services to medically complex students as a related service provider in an Individualized Educational Plan or 504 plan. Nursing care may include but is not limited to the following: performing nursing assessments, procedures (tube feedings and care, transfers and positioning, blood glucose monitoring, pulse oximetry, tracheostomy care, suctioning, catheterizations, diapering/toileting/hygiene care), administration of oxygen and/or medications or treatments according to medical orders and written care plans. Delegations may be performed as appropriate per nursing judgement.
Collaborate with:
a. Integrated Services teams to support staff working with medically complex students.
b. Families to ensure consistency with implementation of health care plans and regular communication between home and school regarding health conditions and status.
c. Medical providers and school nurses to ensure plans are thorough and cover all aspects of the school day, including transportation and participation in school-sponsored activities.
Participate in:
a. IEP or other team meetings pertaining to the student(s) in their care.
b. Department, team, building, and district meetings and discussions.
c. Professional growth opportunities.
Maintain records regarding health status of students with the assurance of privacy and confidentiality in compliance with FERPA law.
Demonstrate a commitment to:
a. Understand, appreciate, and make accommodations for student diversity.
b. Include and engage families in the student s education and health care needs in school.
c. Support all Poudre School District policies, procedures, and expectations.
d. Provide personal and professional excellence.
Accompany student at all times on school district premises (possibly including transportation to and from school), and when participating in any curricular of extracurricular district-sponsored programs or activities such as field trips.
Become familiar with:
a. The implementation of the student s emergency transportation procedures and being prepared to carry out those procedures.
b. The implementation of the student s emergency medical procedures and being prepared to carry out those procedures.
c. The implementation of the school s emergency procedures and being prepared to carry out those procedures.
Attend work and arrive in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND LICENSES REQUIRED:
Bachelor s degree in nursing required.