Nurse - RN

Job Description

Glendale Elementary School District

Nurse - RN

Purpose Statement

The job of Nurse - RN is done for the purpose/s of overseeing the individual health needs of students;

implementing health care plans directed by physicians; providing appropriate immediate care for ill,

medically fragile and/or injured students and/or staff; and identifying health problems for referral and follow

up treatment.

Other Functions

Administers first aid, medication and specialized medical treatment (e.g. cauterizations, blood sugar

tests, etc.) for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children.

Assesses situations involving students' and staffs' health related issues, safety, and abuse (e.g. physical,

sexual, drug, etc.) for the purpose of identifying problems, referring for proper treatment and complying

with legal requirements.

Collaborates with parents, students, staff, health care providers, and/or other agencies for the purpose of

promoting needed treatment, securing information and complying with legal requirements.

Conducts health screenings (e.g. hearing, vision, immunization compliance, height/weight relationships,

etc.) for the purpose of promoting needed treatment and complying with legal requirements.

Implements school health care plans for the purpose of ensuring appropriate care as directed by health

care professional; communicating health are plans to the appropriate staff.

Maintains health office (e.g. inventory, supplies, filing, etc.) for the purpose of ensuring availability of

items.

Maintains student health records (manual and computerized) (e.g. immunization history, medication and

contact log, etc.) for the purpose of documenting activities and complying with mandated requirements.

Monitors health care plans for the purpose of addressing students' health needs and implementing

health care directions from parents and/or physicians.

Participates in various emergency drills (e.g. lock downs, safety meetings, evacuation plans, crisis team,

etc.) for the purpose of providing expertise in health related issues.

Participates in a variety of meetings, workshops and seminars, including IEP, for the purpose of sharing

information and/or improving skills/knowledge.

Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective

functioning of the work unit.

Prepares a variety of written materials (e.g. medication logs, compliance reports, student activities, etc.)

for the purpose of documenting activities, providing written reference and/or conveying information.

Reports incidents (fights, suspected child abuse, suspected substance abuse, etc.) and students/staff

with contagious diseases for the purpose of maintaining students personal safety, a positive learning

environment and adhering to Education Code, district and/or school policies.

Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of addressing immediate health and safety concerns.

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Teaches students and staff in-service classes/lessons (e.g. medical procedures, specific topics such as;

hygiene, flu, blood borne pathogens, etc.) for the purpose of maintaining good health, identifying and

providing health care education.

Job Requirements: Minimum Qualifications

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

SKILLS are required to perform single, 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 and CPR; operating standard office equipment using

pertinent software applications; operating equipment used in health care; and preparing and maintaining accurate

records.

KNOWLEDGE is required to perform basic math, including calculations using fractions, percents, 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: medication side effects/reactions; childhood diseases; physical assessments, specialized

treatments; and first aid/CPR.

ABILITY is required to schedule activities and/or meetings; gather and/or collate data; and use job-related

equipment. Flexibility is required to independently work with others in a wide variety of circumstances; work with data

utilizing defined and similar processes; and operate equipment using standardized methods. Ability is also required to

work with a significant diversity of individuals and/or groups; work with a variety of data; and utilize 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 limited to

moderate. Specific ability based competencies required to satisfactorily perform the functions of the job include

establishing and maintaining effective relationships, especially with school age children; displaying tact and courtesy;

adapting to changing work priorities; communicating with diverse groups; maintaining confidentiality; working as part of

a team; and working with frequent interruptions.

Responsibility

Responsibilities include: working under limited supervision following standardized practices and/or methods; leading,

guiding, and/or coordinating others; tracking budget expenditures. Utilization of some resources from other work

units may be required to perform the job's functions. There is a continual opportunity to significantly impact the

organization’s services.

Work Environment

The usual and customary methods of performing the job's functions require the following physical demands

occasional lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling, frequent stooping, kneeling, crouching, and/or crawling and

significant fine finger dexterity. Generally the job requires 40% sitting, 30% walking, and 30% standing. The job is

performed under conditions with exposure to risk of injury and/or illness.

Experience: Job related experience within a specialized field is required.

Education: Bachelors degree in job-related area.

Equivalency: .

Required Testing: Certificates and Licenses

Continuing Educ. / Training: Clearances

IVP Fingerprint Clearance Card Required

FLSA Status Approval Date Salary Grade

Exempt 1

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