Location: Kissimmee,FL, USA
The School Nurse assumes responsibility and accountability for the application of the nursing process and the delivery of student/client care and/or contracted services in a school setting. The School Nurse may also be in a supervisory position within the contracted services. The School Nurse provides services in accordance with Amergis Healthcare Staffing's philosophy, standards, policies and physician orders.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Utilizes the nursing process to plan, implement and evaluate student's care needsDemonstrates on each assignment the provision of skill nursing care in accordance with prescribed orders/IHPPerforms interventions, treatments and medications administration according to the identified priorities as outlined in the IHPMonitors and documents effectiveness of interventions, treatments and medicationsCompletes documentation per client expectationsCoordinates and facilitates services as requested between the school, local health agencies and other community resources to meet the needs of the studentCommunicates with the school district personnel about student's plan of care/IHPNotifies District School Nurse/Amergis Supervisor /Parent/Physician as outlined in the IHP regarding the following:Changes in condition of studentPhysician notification to obtain necessary ordersCollaborates with school/education personnel/other health agencies as requested, to design and meet student's health care needsEvaluates and assures student safety at all timesAdheres to Amergis and school district policiesMaintains accuracy in student health recordSupports professional practice by observing the following:Nurse Practice ActStandards of Nursing PracticeStandards of Patient CareStandards of accrediting body (The Joint Commission)State lawsEducational Codes and Federal Laws as described in the ADA and IDEAPatient Bill of RightsAmergis Healthcare and school district policiesAt request of school district participates in student care conferences/Individualized Education Program (IEP)LPN/LVNs should direct questions regarding orders and changes in condition to a Supervising RN (DN and/or Clinical Supervisor)Performs other duties as assigned/necessaryMinimum Requirements:Graduate of an accredited registered, practical or vocational nursing programLicensed as a Licensed Practical, Licensed Vocational or Registered Nurse in state(s) where practicingOne year of professional experience, preferredComplies with accepted professional standard and practiceWillingness to participate in skill advancement, if applicableParticipation and completion of Amergis' Competency programCurrent CPRPPD or chest x-ray if applicableCurrent Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)Must meet all federal, state and local requirementsSuccessful completion of new hire training as applicable to job siteUnderstand patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirementsAbility to effectively elicit/provide information to and from appropriate individuals (including, but not limited to, supervisors, co-workers, clients) via strong communication skills; proficiency in the English language may be requiredComputer proficiency requiredMust be at least 18 years of ageBenefitsAt Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:Competitive pay & weekly paychecksHealth, dental, vision, and life insurance401(k) savings planAwards and recognition programs*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.About AmergisAmergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.