School Nurse Summer position | July - August | $45/hr

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’s philosophy, standards, policies and physician orders.

 Minimum Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited registered, practical or vocational nursing program
• Licensed as a Licensed Practical, Licensed Vocational or Registered Nurse in state(s) where practicing
• One year of professional experience, preferred
• Current CPR
• PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
• Current Health certificate (per contract or state regulation)
• Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
• Must be at least 18 years of age 

Responsibilities:

• Provide nursing services to students, including administering daily medications and handling minor injuries such as scrapes, cuts, and falls.
• Follow updated physician’s orders.
• Maintain regular school nurse documentation (charting method unknown).
• Collaborate with the school principal for clinical support and to answer any questions.
• Ensure no delegation of nursing tasks to other staff such as aides or unlicensed personnel.
• No requirement to train district staff.
• Handle medical needs within a special education program, with no high medical needs or trach/vent care required.

Qualifications:

• Licensed Registered Nurse (RN).
• Experience working in a school setting preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Additional Information:

• No orientation or training provided prior to the assignment starting.
• Lunch and breaks should be taken without coverage.
• Unknown number of students with medical needs in the building.