SHASTA COUNTY OFFICE OF EDUCATION

CLASS TITLE:  SCHOOL NURSE

BASIC FUNCTION:

Under the direction of the Director of Special Education, plan, develop, implement and monitor a school health program for special needs students within Special Education, Alternative Education, Health Education and Early Childhood Services Programs; provide community health resources to students, their families and staff; strengthen and facilitate the educational process by improving and protecting the health status of children and by identification and assistance in the removal and modification of health-related barriers to learning.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES:

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Identify and manage individual students’ daily health problems and needs; collect client data; maintain student medical records; consult with staff, parents/guardian and physicians as needed.
• Perform developmental and health assessments; analyze assessment data to determine nursing diagnoses; prepare reports and recommend student services; attend IEP meetings; participate in the team concept of developing an IEP; identify expected outcomes for each student; evaluate progress toward attainment of expected outcomes.
• Develop, implement and coordinate medical disease management and screening programs; maintain and monitor records as mandated by the Education Code; coordinate the distribution of training and testing notices.
• Provide case management services; actively collaborate with others to build student and family capacity for adaptation, self-management, self-advocacy and learning.
• Serve as a liaison with staff, parents, physicians, and outside community agencies; maintain on-going communication.
• Develop and implement various specialized health programs; develop and implement plans to specify interventions to attain expected outcomes.
• Communicate with administrator to plan, develop, assess, and prioritize program needs.
• Oversee, interpret and record the administration of medications.
• Develop, implement, maintain and supervise specialized physical health care services and emergency response procedures.
• Attend and participate in professional group meetings; attend workshops, conferences, and classes to maintain current knowledge of trends and developments in the area of assignment.
• Operate a computer and other office equipment as assigned; operate various medical apparatus and equipment.
• Train staff in specialized health care procedures and emergency response procedures.
• Provide referrals to multiple Community agencies.

OTHER DUTIES:

• Perform related duties as assigned.

KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:

KNOWLEDGE OF:

• Principles, practices, methods, techniques and equipment used in health care practice, assessment and preventative health care.
• Principles, practices, methods and techniques of physical, biological, behavioral and nursing sciences and health care.
• Community health programs, resources, agencies and organizations.
• Medications, side effects, indicators and contra-indicators.
• Causes and methods of control of various communicable diseases.
• Principles of child development.
• Basic anatomy, physiology, and medical terminology.
• Operational characteristics of apparatus, equipment and materials used in nursing and in care of children with special needs.
• Applicable federal, State and local laws, codes and regulations.
• Principles and procedures of record-keeping and report preparation.
• Occupational hazards and standard safety practices necessary in the area of nursing.
• Legal mandates covering applicable laws and Education Code.
• Interpersonal skills including tact, patience and courtesy.
• Crisis intervention techniques.

 ABILITY TO:

• Assess, plan, implement and evaluate nursing process.
• Use and operate a variety of medical tools and equipment, and modern office equipment including a computer.
• Develop program philosophies, concepts, materials, methods and procedures.
• Develop, implement and administer goals, objectives and procedures for providing effective and efficient student health programs and services.
• Take and record vital signs including blood pressure, respiration, and level of consciousness.
• Utilize standard health care practice in management of health illness needs.
• Interpret and apply policies, procedures, laws, codes, and regulations pertaining to assigned programs and functions including mandates affecting Special Education programs.
• Analyze problems, identify alternative solutions, project consequences of proposed actions, and implement recommendations in support of goals.
• Interact effectively and sensitively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records and reports in accordance with applicable standards.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Respond quickly and calmly in emergencies.
• Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.
• Plan and organize work.             
• Work independently with little direction.
• Work effectively with children and families.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE: 

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree, California Registered Nursing License, Preliminary Clear Health Services Credential.

LICENSES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS: 

• Valid Registered Nursing License issued by the State of California.
• Valid Preliminary or Clear School Nurse Services Credential.
• Valid Audiometric Certificate.
• Valid California Class C driver’s license.

WORKING CONDITIONS: 

ENVIRONMENT:

• Indoor environment.
• Operate a vehicle to conduct work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate medical tools and equipment.
• Seeing to evaluate student injuries and illness.
• Bending at the waist, kneeling or crouching to assess students.
• Hearing and speaking to exchange information.
• Standing for extended periods of time.

HAZARDS:

• Communicable diseases.
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens.

APPLICATION PROCEDURE:        Visit our website at www.shastacoe.org

AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT ASSISTANCE

 Auxiliary aids and services include a wide range of services and devices that promote effective communication for individuals with disabilities.  If you require such assistance, please notify this office as soon as possible.  We will make every effort to give primary consideration to expressed preferences, or provide equally effective means of communication to ensure equal access to Shasta County Office of Education programs and events.

NOTE:   Meeting the announced requirements does not guarantee inclusion into the selection process.

NOTE:   Arrangements may be made to accommodate applicants with disabilities.  For arrangements, please inform the personnel department in writing or by telephone by the filing deadline posted on the bulletin.

WARNING

In compliance with A.B. 1610, the Shasta County Office of Education cannot employ you until you have submitted fingerprint cards to the Department of Justice (DOJ), and you have received a clearance from the DOJ.