Mcvsd Freehold , NJ 07728
Posted 2 months ago
Replacement School Nurse JobID: 262
Position Type:
Certificated - Educational Specialist/School Nurse
Date Posted:
5/24/2024
Location:
Academy of Law and Public Safety
Date Available:
09/012024
Closing Date:
Until filled
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September 1, 2024 - December 31, 2024
Academy of Law & Public Safety, Long Branch, NJ
Qualifications:
N.J. School Nurse Certificate R.N. License
District Job Description
QUALIFICATIONS: New Jersey Educational Services Certificate: School Nurse
REPORTS TO: Principal/Superintendent
PERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES:
1.Health Record System
The School Nurse will maintain a complete up-to-date health record system for students and staff. This record includes, but is not limited to, immunization data, tuberculosis testing, as well as the results of screenings, referrals and follow-ups, emergency information cards and accident reports.
2.Health Services
The School Nurse will give emergency care according to the rules and regulations as set up by the school physician and administer prescribed medication to students as per specified approved Board policy.
3.Home School Coordination
The School Nurse will work cooperatively with the home School Nurses to plan and conduct the screening examinations and health appraisals as established by Board of Education policy. The School Nurse makes referrals as indicated.
4.Health and Safety Education, Counseling
The School Nurse will act as a resource person and teach health and safety to the classes in the District. The School Nurse will be responsible to work with District administration in all health and safety matters. The School Nurse will counsel students, parents and staff concerning health and safety problems.
5.Health and Safety In-Service
The School Nurse will conduct health and safety related in-service education for staff members.
6.Special Needs Health and Safety
The School Nurse will work with the special needs students of the District and make recommendations to help adapt the school environment to meet the needs of medically limited students. The School Nurse will also help promote a safe working environment.
7.Student Selection Process
The School Nurse will assist in obtaining information, as needed, pertaining to the medical and health needs of applicants for District programs.
8.Substance Abuse
The School Nurse will be responsible to provide assistance and referral information on alcohol/drug abuse to staff, students, parents and cooperating Districts.
9.Professional Growth
The School Nurse will remain abreast of current developments in the health education field and how it relates to the School District programs.
The School Nurse will work with other professional personnel in development of health and safety curriculum and recommends policies and procedures for health and safety services.
The School Nurse has the responsibility to cooperate with the administration and associates in school activities that enhance the operation of the school.
The School Nurse will maintain a log of accidents and follow up, counseling, safety lessons, special programs and prepare other reports as necessary.
The School Nurse will assume responsibility of other professional duties as assigned by the Administration within the scope of terms of employment and certification.
TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:
Ten month or twelve month position in accordance with MCVEA agreement.
EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with the Board's policy on evaluation of certificated staff.
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