School Nurse administers nursing care under the guidelines of a school system. Participates in the implementation and evaluation of student care. Being a School Nurse ensures the health, comfort and safety of students. Requires state nursing licensure and educational credential. Additionally, School Nurse typically requires an associate's degree in nursing. Typically reports to a supervisor or manager. The School Nurse work is closely managed. Works on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. To be a School Nurse typically requires 0-2 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
POLSON SCHOOL DISTRICT
JOB POSTING NOTIFICATION
Date of Posting: July 19, 2021
Closing Date: Until Filled (application review begins August 2, 2021)
Position Title: School Nurse
35 hours per week (school year only position-187 days)
Job Site: Polson Middle School/HS School
Wage: $20.00 per hour
Apply to: Complete application submitted through Talent Ed applicant tracking platform: https://polson.tedk12.com/hire/index.aspx
Benefits: Health Insurance, Teacher Retirement, Sick and Vacation Leave in Accordance with Montana State Law
Application Material:
Non-Discrimination Disclosure: The Polson School District Board of Trustees does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, religion, sex, or disability in employment, educational programs or activities.
POLSON SCHOOL DISTRICT #23
Job Description
School Nurse
REPORTS TO: Principal
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Only minimum duties are listed. Other functions may be required as given or assigned.
MINIMUM DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
Registered Nurse (R.N.) licensure from the State of Montana.
Ability to write reports and business correspondence.
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from students, staff, and the general public.
Ability to interpret a variety of written or oral instructions.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents, and community.
Ability to communicate clearly and concisely in writing or orally.
Ability to handle stressful situations.
Ability to maintain confidentiality of employment and student matters.
Ability to effectively manage time and responsibilities.
EQUIPMENT USED:
Computer, calculator, copier, telephone/voice mail, fax, health-care equipment.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works inside.
The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet to moderate.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; occasionally walk and stand; twist at neck, bend at waist, reach; travel from building to other sites. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. The employee is required to be able to hear conversations in quiet environments. The employee may frequently treat minor injuries and symptoms of illness.
MENTAL/MOTOR DEMANDS:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely performs routine work. The employee frequently exercises flexibility (ability to shift from one task to another). Guidance and reinforcement are infrequently available. The employee frequently works within time constraints and maintains attentiveness intensity. The employee is frequently involved in social interactions which require oral and written communications.
The physical demands, work-environment characteristics, and mental/motor demands described within this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
For those classified employees employed under a written contract for a specified term, nothing contained in this job description shall create a property right beyond the specified duration of the employment contract.
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION:
Performance of this job will be evaluated in accordance with provisions of the Board’s policy on evaluation of Nursing personnel.