School Nurse- Part Time

Description

POSITION PURPOSE

Collaborates with Primary Care Physicians (PCPs) and other allied health professionals regarding medical needs of students/clients. Maintains list of student/client medications and administers medications as prescribed. Examines students/clients in need of medical attention and responds accordingly, making decisions based on facts and experience. Gathers medical information on all new students/clients enrolled in ACCESS. Maintains documentation of Accident/Incident Reports, immunization records, and employee CPR and First Aid certifications. Nursing services shall only be provided by licensed nurses.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS & BASIC DUTIES

1. Collaborates with PCPs and other allied health professionals regarding the medical needs of students/clients. Reports pertinent medical information to PCPs and Program Directors upon discovery.
2. Maintains organized and updated list of scheduled and PRN medications for each student/client receiving medications at ACCESS. Obtains prescribing information from the parent, physician, or pharmacy. Completes daily documentation on the Medication Administration Record (MAR) of medication administration including dosage, frequency, and route of medications administered. Monitors students/clients for drug reactions and documents any reactions noted on the Drug Reaction Log. Notifies parents/guardians when medications need to be refilled.
3. Examines students/clients in need of medical attention and responds accordingly, making sound nursing decisions based on facts and experience. Notifies parents/guardians of situations requiring medical attention. If necessary, contact the student’s/client’s PCP for recommendations. Documents illnesses or injuries requiring medical attention. Follows up with students/clients and/or parents/guardians and documents actions taken.
4. Gathers student/client medical information including immunization records, medical consents, prescribed medications, and allergies. Submits completed Release of Information forms to request any additional information/records needed from physicians, hospitals, or other facilities. Informs staff of student/client medical issues/concerns, as appropriate.
5. Advocates for referrals to outside specialists and other allied health professionals as needed. 
6. Obtains discharge summaries for students/clients who have been absent due to hospitalization.
7. Determines appropriate plans of action in response to accidents and incidents; instructs involved employees as to what documentation should be included and provides assistance with notifying parents/guardians. Maintains or assists with maintaining Accident/Incident Report forms.
8. Maintains documentation of immunizations for each student enrolled in the Early Childhood and Academy Programs. Ensures that immunizations remain current during enrollment and keeps parents/guardians and Program Directors apprised of immunization status.
9. Maintains updated list of allergies for each student/client in deTaso. 
10. Reviews all medical records received and distributes to appropriate personnel. Notifies relevant staff of anything related to the student’s/client’s treatment at ACCESS or any potential area of risk.
11. Notifies supervisor when medical equipment, such as syringes, gloves, etc., needs to be ordered. Stocks equipment when received.
12. Schedules CPR and First Aid classes as needed. Maintains documentation of employee CPR and First Aid certifications and expiration dates. Notifies employees of expiration dates and schedules classes as needed. 
13. Assists with outcomes data collection and utilization for continuous quality improvement.
14. Maintains first aid kits and oxygen tanks.
15. Maintains daily temperature logs on any refrigerators containing medications.
16. Ensures that medical documentation is complete and in compliance with regulatory agencies and company standards.
17. Promotes continuity, consistency, and expediency of medical care to students/clients.
18. Serves as a resource for staff in areas of primary health care, infection control, disease processes, and emergency procedures. Performs staff in-services as needed.
19. Maintains and updates Medical Policies and Procedures for the organization.
20. Completes relevant and approved continuing professional education each year as required to maintain professional licensure.
21. Maintains familiarity with company policies and procedures, as well as requirements set forth by regulatory agencies.
22. May perform other direct student/client medical care responsibilities, as appropriate.
23. May perform other related or non-related duties, as assigned.

COMPETENCIES

Ethics:

• Treats people with respect. 
• Follows through on commitments.