ACCEL Schools
School Nurse - Part-Time
ACCEL Schools, Columbus, Ohio, United States, 43224
About the Team
ACCEL Schools is hiring a highly qualified Part-Time School Nurse at Columbus Arts & Technology Academy in Columbus, Ohio. The School Nurse provides a comprehensive approach by working to promote a healthy school environment, identifying both actual and potential health problems and by providing case management services. The School Nurse collaborates with educators, school officials, students, and families to ensure students respond positively to their environment and achieve healthy learning through physical, emotional, mental and social health.
Be part of the difference at Columbus Arts & Technology Academy! Columbus Arts & Technology Academy (CATA) is a public charter school serving East Columbus EK-12 students with a well-rounded, college-prep education enriched with technology and arts instruction. The school is known for its nurturing teachers and staff and wide variety of educational opportunities including College Credit Plus and Career Technical Education. Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is part of ACCEL Schools, an established network of public charter schools serving K-12 students throughout the United States since 2014.
About the Opportunity:
The following statements of essential functions and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position. Actual duties and responsibilities may vary depending on building assignment and other factors. Develops plans for student care based on assessment, interventions, and identification of outcomes, and the evaluation of care of children with chronic health concerns and children with special needs. Monitors immunizations, manages communicable disease/infection control measures, and assesses the school environment to prevent injury and ensure safety. Oversees creation and maintenance of individual student health records in accordance with district policy. Coordinates and participates in hearing and vision screenings as mandated by the Colorado Department of Education. Communicates individual student health needs to school staff on a "need to know" basis by following student confidentiality in accordance with district policy. Skillfully handles the emergency care of acutely ill or injured individuals. Oversees and coordinates all health services-related school staff trainings such as medication administration, standard precautions, CPR/AED/First Aid, concussion management and disease prevention. Pursues continuous professional growth and self-renewal in education. Follows district personnel policies and procedures. Maintains and submits accurate and complete records as determined by administration and nursing team. Assumes responsibility for assigned duties and attends required meetings at designated times. Demonstrates willingness to make contributions beyond the scope of job when appropriate or necessary. Provides interventions and education in areas such as acute and chronic illness, adolescent pregnancy, communicable diseases, dental disease, injuries and emergencies, mental health, nutrition, obesity, sexually transmitted diseases, and substance abuse. Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with students, parents, and community and assists families with locating outside care/resources. Communicates effectively with students, parents, and staff about student health concerns. Communication and actions are open and collaborative with administrators, staff and colleagues. Works collaboratively and supervises health assistants to provide delegated health services to students, to include medication administration, first aid and other assigned health assistant duties. Ensures health assistants are competent in performing all health room management tasks. Contributes and collaborates with school administration on health assistant evaluation process. Provides support and health advice to Special Education, MTSS, and 504 teams. Serves as consultant with other school professionals/departments such as nutrition services, transportation, counselors, physical education/coaches, teachers, and administrators. • Ensures monthly submission of Medicaid billing for billable student health services. At times, the school nurse may supervise the Health Room Assistant.
About You: Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal relation skills. Customer service and public relations skills. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks with frequent interruptions. Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders. Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions. Ability to perform responsibilities without the necessity of close supervision. Must be proficient in the use of personal computers and common software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Criminal background check required for hire. Valid OH driver's license required for hire. Possess a valid OH Registered School Nurse license or authorization or be actively in the process of securing same.
About Us
"We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances." - Ron Packard, CEO & Founder
ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.
We offer the following benefits:
Career benefits - keep growing Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person's race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.
ACCEL Schools is hiring a highly qualified Part-Time School Nurse at Columbus Arts & Technology Academy in Columbus, Ohio. The School Nurse provides a comprehensive approach by working to promote a healthy school environment, identifying both actual and potential health problems and by providing case management services. The School Nurse collaborates with educators, school officials, students, and families to ensure students respond positively to their environment and achieve healthy learning through physical, emotional, mental and social health.
Be part of the difference at Columbus Arts & Technology Academy! Columbus Arts & Technology Academy (CATA) is a public charter school serving East Columbus EK-12 students with a well-rounded, college-prep education enriched with technology and arts instruction. The school is known for its nurturing teachers and staff and wide variety of educational opportunities including College Credit Plus and Career Technical Education. Columbus Arts & Technology Academy is part of ACCEL Schools, an established network of public charter schools serving K-12 students throughout the United States since 2014.
About the Opportunity:
The following statements of essential functions and responsibilities are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. These statements are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities required of all personnel within this position. Actual duties and responsibilities may vary depending on building assignment and other factors. Develops plans for student care based on assessment, interventions, and identification of outcomes, and the evaluation of care of children with chronic health concerns and children with special needs. Monitors immunizations, manages communicable disease/infection control measures, and assesses the school environment to prevent injury and ensure safety. Oversees creation and maintenance of individual student health records in accordance with district policy. Coordinates and participates in hearing and vision screenings as mandated by the Colorado Department of Education. Communicates individual student health needs to school staff on a "need to know" basis by following student confidentiality in accordance with district policy. Skillfully handles the emergency care of acutely ill or injured individuals. Oversees and coordinates all health services-related school staff trainings such as medication administration, standard precautions, CPR/AED/First Aid, concussion management and disease prevention. Pursues continuous professional growth and self-renewal in education. Follows district personnel policies and procedures. Maintains and submits accurate and complete records as determined by administration and nursing team. Assumes responsibility for assigned duties and attends required meetings at designated times. Demonstrates willingness to make contributions beyond the scope of job when appropriate or necessary. Provides interventions and education in areas such as acute and chronic illness, adolescent pregnancy, communicable diseases, dental disease, injuries and emergencies, mental health, nutrition, obesity, sexually transmitted diseases, and substance abuse. Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with students, parents, and community and assists families with locating outside care/resources. Communicates effectively with students, parents, and staff about student health concerns. Communication and actions are open and collaborative with administrators, staff and colleagues. Works collaboratively and supervises health assistants to provide delegated health services to students, to include medication administration, first aid and other assigned health assistant duties. Ensures health assistants are competent in performing all health room management tasks. Contributes and collaborates with school administration on health assistant evaluation process. Provides support and health advice to Special Education, MTSS, and 504 teams. Serves as consultant with other school professionals/departments such as nutrition services, transportation, counselors, physical education/coaches, teachers, and administrators. • Ensures monthly submission of Medicaid billing for billable student health services. At times, the school nurse may supervise the Health Room Assistant.
About You: Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal relation skills. Customer service and public relations skills. Critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Organizational skills. Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks with frequent interruptions. Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders. Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions. Ability to perform responsibilities without the necessity of close supervision. Must be proficient in the use of personal computers and common software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Criminal background check required for hire. Valid OH driver's license required for hire. Possess a valid OH Registered School Nurse license or authorization or be actively in the process of securing same.
About Us
"We believe that every child should be able to be anything they want in life, regardless of their birthplace and circumstances." - Ron Packard, CEO & Founder
ACCEL Schools is a network of 80+ high-performing, public charter schools serving PK-12 students. We proudly advocate for school choice and work to address educational inequities throughout the United States. Our schools are inclusive and widely differ to reflect the unique values of the many urban, suburban, and rural communities we serve. Our brick-and-mortar, virtual, and hybrid schools specialize in closing educational gaps and offer innovative models such as career-technical education, sports training, bilingual programming, and more. We have been recognized and praised by legislators, authorizers, and researchers for providing exceptional education options to students in historically under-resourced communities.
We offer the following benefits:
Career benefits - keep growing Career advancement opportunities throughout Accel Schools and our strong network of 4,000+ instructors and education professionals
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY
It is our policy to abide by all federal, state and local laws prohibiting employment discrimination based solely on a person's race, color, religious creed, sex, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, pregnancy, childbirth, physical disability, mental and/or intellectual disability, age, military status, veteran status (including protected veterans), marital status, registered domestic partner or civil union status, familial status, gender (including sex stereotyping and gender identity or expression), medical condition, genetic information, sexual orientation, or any other protected status except where a reasonable, bona fide occupational qualification exists.