School Nurse jobs in Montgomery, AL

(RN) DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Responsible for carrying out the Montgomery Public School health program in assigned schools
• Schedules and conducts screening and assessments to detect problems in vision, hearing and scoliosis. Documents and refers students with deficiencies in accordance with Departmental Regulations
• Establishes and maintains contact with community agencies and clinics
• Responsible for learning, providing, and staying familiar with the policies and procedures for the health care of students
• Investigates referrals regarding individual health problems and refers to appropriate agency for treatment; follows-up and submits any required reports
• Schedules and conducts home visits when appropriate
• Works with principal and teachers to plan and carry out first aid and safety education programs
• Trains and works with volunteers assisting in the MPS Health Program.
• Prepares and makes presentations regarding the School Nursing Program to school and community organizations such as PTA, Clubs, Civic Organizations, etc.
• Participates in school in-service training programs as requested
• Advises and assists teachers in obtaining materials and resources to enhance school health education programs
• Assists in carrying out policies and procedures for control of communicable diseases within assigned schools
• Conducts inspections and evaluations; furnishes information to school officials and parents
• Maintains required records and compiles and submits periodic reports and evaluations regarding status of programs within assigned schools
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• Administers medication to students
• Establish a positive relationship with parents, co-workers, volunteers and other visitors
(LPN) DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
• Provide direct and indirect nursing services to enhance student academic achievement.
• Promote a health and safe school environment.
• Provide health and safety education to enhance the development of a healthy lifestyle.
• Collaborate with RN to identify students with special health care needs and assess their current health status.
• Cooperatively working with the RN, assess all pertinent data to develop and implement an individualized health care plan for students with special health care needs.
• Provide direct services as prescribed by the physician.
• Document all nursing activities thoroughly, accurately and within established guidelines.
• Stoop, bend, twist, turn, and reach on a regular basis
• Adequate strength, dexterity, and agility to perform all tasks assigned.
• Other duties and responsibilities