School Nurse (185 day, 8 hours)

• Provides direct nursing care to students and staff in accordance with professional standards, school policies and procedure, and state and local mandates
• Maintains accurate, complete records as required by law, district policy and administrative regulation
• Collects and maintains current health-related data, i.e. medical records, incident of diseases, physical and immunization records
• Administers and monitors medication, subject to local policy regarding the administration of medication at school
• Strives to remain current in the field of nursing through professional growth activities, workshops, in-services
• Provides crisis intervention support and/or emergency care for students and/or staff in the event of sudden illness or injury
• Serves as a liaison between home, school, community health agencies and the private medical sector
• Cooperates with staff, administration, and parents to promote and maintain a sound healthy learning environment
• Serves on building and/or district committees as requested
• Participates in School Improvement Processes
• Administers hearing and vision tests, contingent upon appropriate certification
• Monitors students with specific medical needs
• Performs other health or school related duties as assigned

Freeport School District 145