Position Type: School Nurse Substitute 

Location: Greenbrier School District

Qualifications:

1. High School Diploma or Equivalent
2. Background, child maltreatment,  and fingerprint clearance (applicant responsible for costs)
3. Must have a current nursing  license in the state of Arkansas
4. Current cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) and automated external defibrillator (AED) certificates
5. Experience in health-related position specifically working with school-age children preferred

Job Description

This position is responsible for carrying out duties of the School Nurse through implementing the district school health program and providing direct services to meet the needs of the students and staff under the direct clinical supervision of the school district’s lead nurse (RN). The school nurse substitute is to work cooperatively in maintaining the school nurse program at the school level in an efficient and effective manner to meet the needs and program acceptability of students and staff in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

General Responsibilities

• Commits to working in a student-centered environment, evidencing enjoyment of working around children
• Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis
• Understand and implement state-required mandated reporting procedures
• Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities daily.
• Works as a team member within the school nurse program
• Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations.
• Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and /or directing appropriate personnel for resolution.
• Possess ability to understand and respond to the verbal expressions of others, often in a noisy environment with multiple speakers and background noise.
• Observe safety rules and report any accidents according to District policy.
• Must have the ability to work for the duration of the daily contracted time period, and to be physically present and at assigned work, with only infrequent unexcused absences during the contract year.
• Practice desirable health and work habits, maintain acceptable standards of work, conduct, and dress code.
• Maintain an attitude of helpfulness toward fellow employees, students, and staff.
• Perform any other duties/tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of the position as assigned.

Nursing Services

• Provide direct care using school health protocols and individualized health plans (IHPs) established by the RN supervisor or medical advisor.
• Administer medication to students according to board policy and district procedures.
• Carry out mandatory screening programs, collect data, and complete required reports as directed.
• Collaborate with campus principal, school counselor, teachers, parents, food service, and other staff regarding the health needs of the general population and those students with identified health conditions as directed by the supervising RN.
• Communicate with parents regarding individual students as directed by the school nurse (RN).
• Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee (ARD) meeting of students with identifiable health needs if the RN is unable and collaborate with appropriate staff and RN regarding implementation of health-related Individual Education Plan (IEP) items.
• Distribute information to faculty or staff on health related topics as needed and as directed by the RN.
• Provide guidance to unlicensed assistive personnel or other school staff on health related tasks as directed by the RN.

Clerical

• Maintain accurate and confidential student health records, including immunization records, medication administration records, and individual student treatment records.
• Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate, confidential health records on all students.

Compliance

• Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Arkansas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in the health services area. Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Maintain confidentiality.

Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard medical clinic equipment including automated external defibrillator (AED); special needs adaptive equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals

Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing pulling, and twisting

Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension

Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); may require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and position of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting non-ambulatory students 

Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseasesMental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress

The rate of pay is $90 per day.

Job Contact Information:

Name – Kelli Martin

Title – Deputy Superintendent

Phone – 501.679.4808

Email – martink@greenbrierschools.org

Name - Teri Reynolds

Title - District Head Nurse

Phone - 501-679-8412

Email - reynoldst@greenrierschools.org