Nurse

Position Type:

Licensed: Special Services/School Nurse

Date Posted:

2/19/2025

Location:

District Services/Englewood, CO

Date Available:

07/01/2025

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Sheridan School District No. 2

Job Description Form

Job Title:

School (District) Based Nurse

Reports To:

Special education director

Salary Schedule & Range:

This position will be on the licensed salary. Salary schedule can be found at ssd2.org

FLSA Status:

Exempt ?? Non Exempt

Work Calendar:

200 Day

Prepared/Revised Date:

February 2025

POSITION SUMMARY - Describe general objectives. Include the purpose of the position, expected outcomes and results, and overview of areas of accountability

The School Nurse provides a comprehensive approach by working to promote a healthy school environment, identifying both actual and potential health problems and by providing case management services. The School Nurse collaborates with educators, school officials, students, and families to ensure students respond positively to their environment and achieve healthy learning through physical, emotional, mental and social health.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES - Describe each of the basic functions and responsibilities of the job

• Develops plans for student care based on assessment, interventions, and identification of outcomes, and the evaluation of care of children with chronic health concerns and children with special needs.

• Monitors immunizations, manages communicable disease/infection control measures, and assesses the school environment to prevent injury and ensure safety.

• Oversees creation and maintenance of individual student health records in accordance with district policy.

• Coordinates and participates in hearing and vision screenings as mandated by the Colorado Department of Education.

• Communicates individual student health needs to school staff on a "need to know" basis by following student confidentiality in accordance with district policy.

• Skillfully handles the emergency care of acutely ill or injured individuals.

• Oversees and coordinates all health services-related school staff trainings such as medication administration, standard precautions, CPR/AED/First Aid, concussion management and disease prevention.

• Pursues continuous professional growth and self-renewal in education.

• Follows district personnel policies and procedures.

• Maintains and submits accurate and complete records as determined by administration and nursing team.

• Assumes responsibility for assigned duties and attends required meetings at designated times.

• Demonstrates willingness to make contributions beyond the scope of job when appropriate or necessary.

• Provides interventions and education in areas such as acute and chronic illness, adolescent pregnancy, communicable diseases, dental disease, injuries and emergencies, mental health, nutrition, obesity, sexually transmitted diseases, and substance abuse.

• Establishes and maintains cooperative relationships with students, parents, and community and assists families with locating outside care/resources.

• Communicates effectively with students, parents, and staff about student health concerns.

• Communication and actions are open and collaborative with administrators, staff and colleagues.

• Works collaboratively and supervises health assistants to provide delegated health services to students, to include medication administration, first aid and other assigned health assistant duties.

• Ensures health assistants are competent in performing all health room management tasks.

• Contributes and collaborates with school administration on the health assistant evaluation process.

• Provides support and health advice to Special Education, MTSS, and 504 teams.

• Serves as consultant with other school professionals/departments such as nutrition services, transportation, counselors, physical education/coaches, teachers, and administrators.

• Ensures monthly submission of Medicaid billing for billable student health services.

• Other duties as assigned or requested.

MINIMUM EDUCATION OR FORMAL TRAINING - Describe the minimum education required for the job

• Bachelor's degree plus additional coursework required for certification or licensure

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE -- Describe the minimum experience required for the job

• Minimum of one year experience in: Pediatric nursing, community or public health nursing or school nursing

PREFERRED EDUCATION, FORMAL TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE - Describe additional desired education or experience (above & beyond requirements)

• 3-5 years' experience as a school nurse preferred

LICENSES & CERTIFICATION - Include licensure and certification requirements, if applicable

• Active Colorado Department of Regulatory Agencies (DORA) Registered Nurse (RN) license; required at entry

• Currently hold a CDE Special Skills Provider license or have licensure application in process with appropriate endorsement in: School Nurse 0-21

• Current CPR/AED/First Aid certifications from a nationally recognized program of instruction; required at entry

• Requires a valid Colorado driver's license

KNOWLEDGE & OTHER QUALIFICATIONS - Describe specific knowledge and qualifications required for the job. Shown here are some basics, please add items specific to this position

• Excellent oral and written communication and interpersonal relation skills.

• Customer service and public relations skills.

• Critical thinking and problem solving skills.

• Organizational skills.

• Ability to manage multiple priorities and tasks with frequent interruptions.

• Ability to communicate effectively with various stakeholders.

• Ability to understand and follow complex oral and written instructions.

• Ability to perform responsibilities without the necessity of close supervision.

• Must be proficient in the use of personal computers and common software applications including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint.

EQUIPMENT & VEHICLES USED - Include the equipment and vehicles used, if applicable

• Computer with email and EMR (electronic medical record) ability

• Fax/scanner/copier

• Cell phone and desk phone

SUPERVISORY DUTIES

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS AND WORKING CONDITIONS:

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

Amount of Time

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Stand

X

Walk

X

Sit

X

Use hands to finger, handle or feel

X

PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES

Amount of Time

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Reach with hands and arms

X

Climb or balance

X

Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl

X

Talk

X

Hear

X

Taste

X

Smell

X

WEIGHT AND FORCE DEMANDS

Amount of Time

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Up to 10 pounds

X

Up to 25 pounds

X

Up to 50 pounds

X

Up to 100 pounds

X

More than 100 pounds

X

MENTAL FUNCTIONS

Amount of Time

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Compare

X

Analyze

X

Communicate

X

Copy

X

Coordinate

X

Instruct

X

Compute

X

Synthesize

X

Evaluate

X

Use Interpersonal Skills

X

Compile

X

Negotiate

X

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Amount of Time

None

Under 1/3

1/3 to 2/3

Over 2/3

Wet or humid conditions (non-weather)

X

Work near moving mechanical parts

X

Work in high, precarious places

X

Fumes or airborne particles

X

Toxic or caustic chemicals

X

Outdoor weather conditions

X

Extreme cold (non-weather)

X

Extreme heat (non-weather)

X

Risk of electrical shock

X

Work with explosives

X

Risk of radiation

X

Vibration

X

VISION DEMANDS

REQUIRED TO PERFORM ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB

No special vision requirements

Close vision (clear vision at 20 inches or less)

X

Distance vision (clear vision at 20 feet or more)

X

Color vision (ability to identify and distinguish colors)

Peripheral vision

Depth perception

Ability to adjust focus

NOISE LEVEL

Level of noise typical in the work environment for this job

Very quiet

Quiet

X

Moderate

Loud

Very loud

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel so classified. This job description is not intended to create any express or implied contract of employment or expectancy of continued employment for any definite term.