Position Type: Nursing/School Nurse Date Posted: 8/29/2024 Location: Irondequoit High School Date Available: As soon as practical Closing Date: Until Filled VACANCY NOTICE Posting Date - August 29, 2024 POSITION: School Nurse (Full-time) 8.0 hours per day / 10-month ASSIGNMENT: Irondeuquoit High School 260 Cooper Road Rochester, New York 14617 JOB DESCRIPTION: CIVIL SERVICE REQUIREMENT: CREDENTIALS: Coordinate all aspects of the Health Services for the Irondeqouit High School Nurses' Office Eligible for Monroe County Civil Service title as School Nurse
*Possession of a current New York State License as a Registered Nurse and a completed hardcopy of the Monroe County application is required for qualification to the non-completitive title; no Civil Service exam is required; see Civil Service description below. New York State Registered Professional Nurse certification required. Excellent interpersonal skills. School experience preferred. SALARY: $26.00-$35.00 per hour (commensurate with experience) STARTING DATE: September 2024 REQUIRED WITH APPLICATION:APPLICATION PROCEDURE: Consideration of a candidate's application requires a complete file including:
- Letter of Interest
- Resume
- Copy of current Registered Professional Nursing Certification
- 3 Letters of Recommendation
Apply for this specific position on-line at: (To apply, click the red box Apply button) Application deadline: Open until Filled West Irondequoit Central School District is in compliance with the U.S. Civil Service Rights Act of 1964 and the TITLE IX Educational Amendments of 1972, Part 86. The School District provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, gender, age, disability, sexual orientation, veteran, military status, or domestic violence victim status. Any student, parent, employee or the general public that has an inquiry regarding the non-discrimination policy may direct the inquiry to: Title IX Coordinator West Irondequoit CSD 321 List Avenue Rochester, New York 14617 JOB DESCRIPTION K-12 School Nurse PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY To provide the optimum educational opportunity for each district student by creating a climate of health and wellbeing. IMPROVING EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITY Job Responsibilities
- Provide school health service screenings for all kindergarten entrants and new entrants to the district.
- Assist school physician with physical examinations for sports, work permits, state-mandated grade levels and CSE (Committee on Special Education).
- Verify immunization records and notify parent/guardian when updating needs to be done. Submit yearly immunization survey.
- Maintain an up-to-date cumulative health record on all students.
- Provide yearly hearing, vision and scoliosis screening on students per state requirements and referrals as needed.
- Administer medications per physician order.
- Monitor student health needs and make referrals as indicated to the appropriate sources.
- Administer first aid and emergency care to students and staff members.
- Compile Special Needs List of students maintaining confidentiality through notification of the appropriate faculty.
- Monitor and report contagious diseases for appropriate infection control.
- Monitor attendance (as per building policy).
- Serve on building Instructional Support Team and Problem-Solving Team as needed, maintaining confidentiality for cases.
- Attend faculty meetings and department meetings upon request.
- Initiate student and employee injury reports.
- Assist school physician with employee physicals.
- Provide health counseling and education for students and staff as needed.
- Maintain health office supplies (ice packs, first aid supplies, equipment).
- Maintain up-to-date reference library for pamphlets, etc. on health related issues.
- Contact parents/guardians as needed to maintain communication for health-related concerns and/or issues.
- Attend school fieldtrips as needed.
- Other duties as assigned.
Working with Students
- Motivate students to develop skills, attitudes, and knowledge needed to be productive citizens.
- Continually support student growth academically, socially and emotionally.
Maintaining Effective Communication with the Community
- Collaborate with colleagues, district leadership and families to create a classroom culture that supports high expectations for student learning.
- Provide regular and effective communication w/families to support home/school connections.
Other
- Abide by employment provisions provided for in the collective bargaining agreement.
- Mandated reporter for incidents of child abuse, harassment, intimidation, bullying, fights, substance abuse etc.
- Observe strict confidentiality regarding student data and information.
QUALIIFICATIONS
- Licensed Registered Nurse
- Prior experience in the school setting preferred, but not required.
- Successful New York State fingerprint clearance.
AUTHORITY
- The K-12 School Nurse is directly responsible to the Assistant Director of Counseling Student Equity, and Wellness, building principals and district leadership.
Civil Service Description SCHOOL NURSE Code No.: 4-08-197 NON-COMPETITIVE DISTINGUISHING FEATURES OF THE CLASS: This is a professional nursing position which involves providing emergency first aid treatment, performing screening/testing procedures, maintaining medical records and acting as a resource person in disseminating health-related information to students, parents, administrators and the faculty. This employee works under general supervision from, and reports directly to the Director of Pupil Services and School Physician. Direct supervision may be exercised over Health Aides assigned to public and non-public schools within the district. Does related work as required. TYPICAL WORK ACTIVITIES (All need not be performed in a given position. Other related activities may be performed although not listed): Maintains and updates cumulative health records for all students in the building including immunization data; Conducts scoliosis, hearing and vision screening and assists in physical examinations; Records attendance data and participates in an intervention program for recurring illness and other attendance problems; Evaluates school-related injuries and completes district insurance forms; Provides first aid and emergency treatment of injuries and illness of students and faculty; Advises parents of poor attendance, tardiness, and the need for additional medical attention; Dispenses medication as ordered by physician and requested by parent in accordance with New York State Law; Orders, inventories and oversees the storage of first aid and related health supplies and equipment; Acts as a liaison between physician, faculty, student and parents when there is a health problem; Coordinates the work of the building health aides; May be a member of the Committee on Special Education or Building Resource Team. FULL PERFORMANCE KNOWLEDGES, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Good knowledge of nursing theory, principles and procedures; good knowledge of the physical, mental, emotional and social health problems of elementary and secondary school pupils; good knowledge of counseling techniques; good knowledge of community health programs; good knowledge of records maintenance; good knowledge of health screening procedures; ability to supervise health aides; ability to provide first aid and emergency treatment; ability to handle confidential records and information; tact; good judgment; integrity; physical condition commensurate with the demands of the position. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Possession of a current New York State License as a Registered Nurse. SPECIAL REQUIREMENT FOR APPOINTMENT IN SCHOOL DISTRICTS AND BOCES Per Chapter 180 of the Laws of 2000, and by Regulations of the Commissioner of Education, to be employed in a position designated by a school district or BOCES as involving direct contact with students, a clearance for employment from the State Education Department is required. FORMERLY: Registered Professional Nurse (Schools) ADOPTED: February 19, 1987