Traders Point Christian Schools Whitestown , IN 46075
Posted 2 days ago
POSITION:
Substitute School Nurse
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITY
Provides preventive health services to facilitate the students' optimal physical, mental, emotional, and social growth and development. Supports the education process by working to assure the health of the students.
QUALIFICATIONS
Educational and Experience Requirements:
Minimum Requirements
Qualified to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of Indiana
Certified in CPR or BLS (or obtain in the first 6 months)
Demonstrate a continuing sense of God's direction in working at Traders Point Christian Schools
Abide by decisions of the Board of Directors and administration of Traders Point Christian Schools
Maintain ministry partnership
Agree to and sign the Traders Point Christian Schools Statement of Faith
Preferred, but not required:
B.S.N. or Registered Nurse license with a bachelor's degree in a related discipline
Minimum of one (1) year experience in public health nursing, community health nursing, school health nursing or pediatric nursing, or minimum of five (5) years of experience in another field of nursing
Demonstrated Knowledge
Principles and practices underlying professional nursing
Principles and practices underlying the special field of school health
Current trends in nursing and of literature in the fields of school health
Organization and administration of other cooperating agencies
State and local laws relating to health and social issues
Demonstrated Abilities
Participate cooperatively in a program of school health nursing
Exercise professional judgment in making decisions
Communicate appropriately and effectively with students, parents, administrators, other school personnel and healthcare providers
Demonstrate a genuine interest in the student population and its health needs
Organize a clinic and manage time
Be a self-starter and/or self-motivated
Proficient in Google Drive and able to work with various software applications
Qualifying Characteristics:
The Substitute Nurse has a clear biblical testimony of salvation with an authentic and a mature personal relationship with Jesus Christ in both their professional and personal life with a calling and commitment to Christian education. The ideal Substitute Nurse must have the desire to work closely and nurture a positive relationship with students, teachers, parents, staff, school administrators, and community members. The Substitute Nurse must demonstrate respect for all students and community members. The ability to exercise good judgment, set a good example, and comply with school standards is a must as well as the ability to deal with sensitive and confidential issues in a tactful and professional manner.
RESPONSIBILITIES and DUTIES
Responsibilities:
Seek by personal example and precept to inspire students and staff is Christian faith and living
Promotes and protects the optimal health status of school-age children
Interprets the health status of students to parents and school personnel
Provides health education and anticipatory guidance
Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift 50 pounds. Must be able to sit for long periods of time
Work Schedule: Academic Year
Hourly rate: $15.00/hour
Traders Point Christian Schools