School Nurse / Front Desk Churchill Center & School for Learning Disabilities
DEFINITION:
The Supervisor of Student Health & Records provides assistance and care of sick and injured students, maintains health and medical documentation for the school, and provides support for the administrative needs of Churchill.
Please note: This following description is not intended to be all-inclusive and may not include all of the duties, knowledge, skills, or abilities associated with this position.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- Associate’s degree in nursing or closely related field from an accredited college or university; Bachelor’s degree preferred
- Two years of nursing experience; experience working in a school or educational setting preferred
- Two years of general administrative experience
- PRN certification, RN certification preferred
DUTIES:
· Nursing and Student Care:
o Administer prescription medications in accordance with physician instructions
o Administer over-the-counter (OTC) medications as needed, following school protocols
o Assess and treat a variety of injuries and illnesses
o Track and follow up on sports injuries as they relate to school activities, especially motor skills
o Chart medications given and document student visits
o Communicate with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services regarding immunization records
o Update, track, and maintain first-aid boxes throughout the school and acquire necessary medical supplies for restocking purposes
o Maintain a clean and safe environment in the nurse’s office and front desk area.
o Prepare, stock, and distribute disposable ice packs
· Communication and Collaboration:
o Communicate with parents regarding student health concerns
o Update staff about student health concerns (forwarding physician instructions as needed) and general health issues in the community
o Collaborate with school faculty to address the physical and emotional needs of students
o Triage students to the Dean of Students for anxiety/social/emotional concerns
o Relay messages to staff and students as appropriate
o Communicate with vendor regarding the Automated External Defibrillator (AED).
· School Operations:
o Answer phone calls, transfer calls, and send calls to voicemail as necessary
o Compile student attendance and distribute it to staff on a daily basis
o Assist colleagues within the school community as needed with various administrative tasks, such as copying, sorting, mailing, and ordering supplies
o Prepare Monday folders with materials, set them out for pick-up, and notify faculty via email
o Perform assigned morning duties
o Greet all visitors, ascertain their purpose for visiting the school, and direct them appropriately.
· Safety and Preparedness:
o Schedule CPR, Vision & Hearing screenings, and Flu shots annually
o Update Crisis Management Team Bags
o Assist in running Panic Alarm drills
o Help update yearly school materials
KEY SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:
· Exhibits an understanding of and commitment to Churchill’s mission and values
· Conducts self in presence of students, parents, faculty, staff, and visitors in a manner which models the core values and behaviors Churchill seeks to teach
· Demonstrates passion for helping students who struggle
· Possesses a working knowledge of child development and learning
· Demonstrates strong organizational skills and attention to detail
· Utilizes strong oral and written communication skills
· Desires a work environment that is supportive, engaging, and collaborative
· Maintains the ability to build interpersonal relationships with a variety of constituents
This is a full-time, 12-month position with paid time off for major holidays, as well as additional breaks during the school’s designated winter and spring breaks.