Fairview School District 72
Fairview School Nurse
Fairview School District 72, Skokie, IL, United States
Position Type:
Student Support Services/Health Clerk
Date Posted:
8/23/2024
Location:
Fairview School District 72
Date Available:
09/02/2024
Closing Date:
08/31/2024Title: School Nurse
Job Summary:
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, the job of School Nurse was established 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 parents, teachers, staff, and administrators; and identifying health problems for referral for proper treatment.
Reports To: School Principal
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in discipline applicable to assignment.
Required Knowledge,Skills, and Abilities:
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percent, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: health standards and hazards; safety practices and procedures; stages of child development; pediatric and family nursing practices; community health concepts; and pertinent policies, codes, regulations and/or laws.
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; administering first aid; handling hazardous materials/waste; operating equipment used in clinical setting; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is significant. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; dealing with distraught, angry or hostile individuals; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; and working with detailed information/data.
Essential Performance Duties and Responsibilities:
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
The employee is required to follow all safety precautions (such as Blood Borne Pathogens) when handling bodily or other fluids to limit exposure to physical risk.
Term of Employment:
School year + 5-10 days.
The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed by (an) individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities related to the position. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity and School Board Policy and procedures. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.
Student Support Services/Health Clerk
Date Posted:
8/23/2024
Location:
Fairview School District 72
Date Available:
09/02/2024
Closing Date:
08/31/2024Title: School Nurse
Job Summary:
Under the general supervision of the School Principal, the job of School Nurse was established 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 parents, teachers, staff, and administrators; and identifying health problems for referral for proper treatment.
Reports To: School Principal
Qualifications:
Bachelor's or Master's Degree from an accredited college or university in discipline applicable to assignment.
Required Knowledge,Skills, and Abilities:
KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percent, and/or ratios; read technical information, compose a variety of documents, and/or facilitate group discussions; and analyze situations to define issues and draw conclusions. Specific knowledge-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: health standards and hazards; safety practices and procedures; stages of child development; pediatric and family nursing practices; community health concepts; and pertinent policies, codes, regulations and/or laws.
SKILLS are required to perform multiple, technical tasks with a need to periodically upgrade skills in order to meet changing job conditions. Specific skill-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adhering to safety practices; administering first aid; handling hazardous materials/waste; operating equipment used in clinical setting; operating standard office equipment including using pertinent software applications; and preparing and maintaining accurate records.
ABILITY is required to schedule a number of activities, meetings, and/or events; gather, collate, and/or classify data; and consider a number of factors when using equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data utilizing defined but different processes; and operate equipment using defined methods. Ability is also required to work with a diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize a variety of job-related equipment. Independent problem solving is required to analyze issues and create action plans. Problem solving with data frequently requires independent interpretation of guidelines; and problem solving with equipment is significant. Specific ability-based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include: adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; dealing with distraught, angry or hostile individuals; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of a team; and working with detailed information/data.
Essential Performance Duties and Responsibilities:
- Administers first aid to staff / students, medication and specialized medical treatments for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children in accordance with State laws and District policies.
- Administers mandated screenings (e.g. vision, dental, hearing, etc.) for the purpose of referring medical conditions and/or providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children.
- Assesses situations involving students' safety, abuse (physical, sexual, drug, etc.) and other health related issues for the purpose of identifying problems, referring for proper treatment and complying with legal requirements.
- Collaborates with agencies and other school safety team members to conduct site assessments (e.g. health issues, student health records, emergency preparedness, building/grounds environments, building facilities, etc.) for the purpose of identifying issues and/or providing recommendations for improving safety and accessibility.
- Collaborates with parents, students, teachers, staff, health care providers, and/or public agencies for the purpose of promoting and/or securing student health services, providing information and complying with legal requirements.
- Conducts age appropriate programs and/or activities in conjunction with classroom curriculum for the purpose of supporting established lesson plans.
- Counsels students and families on health conditions and lifestyle issues (e.g. mental health, pregnancy, sexually transmitted disease, substance abuse, etc.) for the purpose of facilitating a healthier student population.
- Develops individual student health care and emergency care plans for students with special care needs for the purpose of providing direction to site personnel and/or implementing directions provided by parents and/or physicians.
- Implements health care plans for students with health problems for the purpose of meeting the needs of students with chronic health problems and/or accommodation requirements.
- Maintains contact with parents/guardians for the purpose of advising them of changes in student health and/or recommending further medical and/or emotional intervention.
- Maintains student's confidential files and records (e.g. health care plans, agency referrals, accident reports, immunization records, 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.
- Orders supplies and materials as needed for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the nurse's office.
- Participates in a variety of meetings, workshops and seminars, Individual Educational Plan meetings, and interdisciplinary teams 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.
- Provides care to students with chronic illnesses and extremely high-risk students (e.g. allergies, asthma, diabetes, seizures, medically fragile, etc.) for the purpose of assisting the child in achieving the highest possible functional level.
- Provides training 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, OSHA, hygiene, etc.) for the purpose of promoting a healthy lifestyle and/or acting as a resource to students, teachers, and other school personnel.
- Reports health and safety issues to assigned administrator and appropriate agencies (e.g. fights, suspected child or substance abuse, contagious diseases, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining students' personal safety, a positive learning environment and complying with regulatory requirements and established guidelines.
- Researches a variety of topics relating to health and medical care (e.g. wellness, nutrition, treatment protocols, childhood diseases, etc.) for the purpose of providing information to staff, students, parents, and the public.
- Responds to emergency medical situations (e.g. severe falls, seizures, prescription reactions, bleeding, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring appropriate immediate medical attention and related follow-up action.
- Develops and trains staff who provide health services, including the administration of medication to students.
- Coordinates of the establishment of guidelines, procedures and training in First Aid/CPR/First Responder Program for schools and staff.
- Participates in the development of the school's emergency health and crises plan.
- Where applicable, directs, monitors and evaluates aides/assistants/volunteers assigned to the school health program.
- Identifies of students with special health care needs.
- Develops emergency action plans for students at risk of medical crises at school or during a school function.
- Provides health related consultation as a member of the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) team.
- Provides consultation and recommendations in the planning and development of accommodation plans for Section 504 eligible students.
- Determines tasks that may be appropriately delegated to unlicensed persons on a student by student basis and the provision of training of these people for those tasks.
- On-going evaluation of delegated staff to assure that they can safely and effectively perform the tasks.
- Provides training for staff regarding chronic illnesses experienced by students at school.
- Provides periodic health appraisals of students with identified or suspected health problems.
- Interprets health mandates, recommendations and trends to school personnel through written materials, meetings, etc.
- Collaborates with other student services personnel to prevent health problems from becoming reasons for educational failure.
- Collaborates with community agencies to provide resources for students and their families through serving on committees, task forces, etc.
- Seeks out local and other resources for use in the school setting.
- Participates with other school personnel in developing workshops for teachers, assistants and other staff on health-related topics.
- Conducts in-service training for school personnel on health issues.
- Provides classroom health instruction to increase the existing teaching staff's capacity to achieve the school's health education goals.
- Participates in the development and implementation of health promotion activities.
- Maintains accurate and current student records and daily log of student visits.
- Accepts recommendations for change and implements new programs and policies in a positive and professional manner.
- Establishes physical conditions that promote a positive learning environment.
- Provides structures that encourage effective, self-disciplined students in all settings.
- Demonstrates fairness, empathy and consistency.
- Maintains a positive, pleasant attitude and professional demeanor.
- Demonstrates appropriate voice, diction and language usage.
- Performs other miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Physical Demands and Work Environment:
The physical demands and work environment described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of the job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee regularly is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is regularly required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. The employee is occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions.
The employee is required to follow all safety precautions (such as Blood Borne Pathogens) when handling bodily or other fluids to limit exposure to physical risk.
Term of Employment:
School year + 5-10 days.
The statements in this job description are intended to describe the general nature and level of the work to be performed by (an) individual(s) assigned to this position. They are not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities related to the position. This job description will be reviewed periodically as duties and responsibilities change with business necessity and School Board Policy and procedures. Essential and marginal job functions are subject to modification.