SUMMARY: Provides first aid and health services to school-aged children under the direct supervision of the Administration.

 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Observes students on a regular basis to detect health needs.
• Administers medication and treatments prescribed by physician.
• Conducts various health and vision screenings. 
• Maintains up-to-date cumulative health records on all students.
• Reports to parents, school personnel, physicians, clinics, and other agencies on school medical matters.
• Follows established policy and procedures for the care of a student or staff member who has suffered an injury or emergency illness.
• Participates with school staff in developing and implementing total school health program that may include health fairs; shot clinics; Kindergarten Round-Up; and faculty in-services.
• Advises school personnel in establishing sanitary conditions in school.
• Implements board policy on exclusion and readmission of students in connection with infectious and contagious disease processes.
• Attends committee meetings and conferences regarding health service and health curriculum as part of continuing education units.
• Collaborates with County Health Department and other professionals in planning to assure quality of health care provided to students.  Participates in IEP and 504 planning when necessary.
• Assists students, families, and school personnel to achieve optimal levels of wellness through health education.
• Provides input in selection of health personnel and assists in district buildings as needed.
• Performs other duties assigned by the administration. 
• Prepares and submits forms to the Assistant Superintendent and the Missouri State Department of Health.

 

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:  As assigned.

 

QUALIFICATIONS: A course of study from accredited institution for licensure. Licensed by the State of Missouri to practice as a Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.

 

EVALUATION: Performance of this position will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of Professional personnel.

 

TERMS OF EMPLOYMENT:  One hundred eighty (180) days employment.  Salary to be established by the Board of Education.