Nurse

Salary: 

LPN $26.01/hour 

RN $28.01/hour 

FLSA Status: This is a non-exempt position. 

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. 

This position works 240 days per year, 7.5 hours per day. Schedules may vary due to work assignments and projects. 

Department: Early Learning 

Location: Head Start Administrative Office, 2302 Ocoee St, Chattanooga, TN 37406 

SUMMARY: 

Chattanooga Head Start is a grant-funded program, and is subject to reapplication every 5 years. The Head Start Nurse supports the health and wellness of enrolled children and families by providing health assessments, ensuring compliance with Head Start Performance Standards, coordinating health services, and promoting a safe, healthy learning environment. This role works collaboratively with families, staff, community providers, and program administrators to ensure that every child receives comprehensive health services. 

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 

The following duties are NOT intended to serve as a comprehensive list of all duties performed by all employees in this classification, only a representative summary of the primary duties and Responsibilities. 

Health & Wellness Coordination: 

● Coordinate with Family Support Professionals to ensure every child completes their physical and dental exams within 90 days of enrollment. 

● Will perform vision, hearing, and growth screenings within 45 days of enrollment, per Head Start Performance Standards (HSPS). 

● Monitor and maintain Individual Health Plans (IHPs) for children with chronic medical conditions, collaborating with parents and healthcare providers and training staff on their implementation. 

● Monitor all classroom first-aid kits for completeness and ensure medications are stored correctly, with proper documentation logged in the ChildPlus system.

Record-Keeping & Compliance: 

● Obtain and review children's health histories and immunization records to ensure they are up-to-date. 

● Maintain comprehensive and strictly confidential health records for all enrolled children. ● Utilize the ChildPlus system to monitor health requirements, track follow-ups, and generate required reports. 

Family & Community Engagement: 

● Communicate effectively with parents regarding their child's health status, providing education and follow-up information after screenings. 

● Provide referral assistance to families, helping them connect with community health resources. ● Assist families with the logistics of scheduling necessary medical and dental appointments. ● Occasionally provide health-related training and support during parent meetings. 

Team & Program Support: 

● Provide technical support and assistance to the Health Manager for parent meetings, the Head Start Policy Council, and advisory committees. 

● Train staff on health practices, including medication administration, first aid, CPR procedures,