School Nurse - #220842

SHRA1403P

https://jobs.wcu.edu/postings/26595

Professional Nurse

Journey

School Nurse - #220842

Lab School

Western Carolina University has been named to the 2022 “America’s Best Employers by State” list by Forbes, ranking 14 out of the top 100 employers in North Carolina. Forbes has also ranked Western Carolina University in the Top 100 of America’s Best Midsize Employers for 2023. Western Carolina University is the UNC system’s westernmost campus and has been consistently ranked as one of the top 15 public regional institutions in the South.
Employees of WCU are provided a comprehensive benefits package as well as other resources, policies and programs to ensure a happy and healthy work/life balance. Benefit eligible employees have access to dental, vision and health insurance plans – eligibility begins on the first of the month following date of hire. Retirement plan contributions begin on the eligibility date following election and include employer contributions for either a defined contribution or a defined benefit plan. Optional disability plans are also available.
Eligible employees have access to tuition waivers for up to three courses per academic year; employee may enroll at any of the constituent UNC System campuses. Also offered are free group exercise classes multiple times per week, a discounted membership to the campus recreation center, free vaccine and booster shots offered on campus, pretax flexible spending accounts, 12 paid holidays and 24 hours of paid community service leave each year. Paid vacation and sick leave accrual begin after first month of employment. Paid parental leave after 12 months of continuous service.
WCU offers an abundance of training and development programs, certifications, workshops and conferences – many of which are offered free of charge.

The primary location of this position is on the main Cullowhee, NC campus.Must be eligible to work in the United States without sponsorship.
The College of Education and Allied Professions is accepting applications for a School Nurse (RN) / School Nurse Extender (LPN) position at The Catamount School, a 6-8th grade school operated by Western Carolina University in Jackson County, NC. This is a 32 hours per week, 11 months per year position which is partially federally funded. Continued employment is contingent upon funding availability.
The School Nurse / School Nurse Extender will function under the supervision of the Health Services Coordinator to provide school nursing services for the Catamount School. The successful candidate will be uniquely qualified with skills in preventive health, health assessment, collaborative planning, and knowledge of community resources. The candidate must hold current, unrestricted licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) or a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) in North Carolina.
1. Provide direct health services to Catamount school students including medication administration, health assessment, injury and illness care, and chronic disease management.2. Promote and assist in the control of communicable diseases through preventive immunization programs, early detection, surveillance and reporting of contagious diseases.3. Develop and implement a health plan for individual students.4. Maintain, evaluate, and interpret cumulative health data to accommodate individual needs of students.5. Plan and implement school health management protocols for the child with chronic health problems, including the administration of medication.6. Work with Community of Care team to develop procedures and provide for crises intervention for acute illness, injury and emotional disturbances.7. Provide information on health to students, staff and families.8. Coordinate school and community health activities and serve as a liaison person between the home, school, and community. Makes home visits as needed.9. Serve as a resource person to school personnel on health-related matters. Participate selectively in classroom instruction under the supervision of the teacher.Report regularly to the Health Services Coordinator, Principal and Superintendent on school.

License to practice as a Registered Nurse in the State of North Carolina.

$49,931

Time-Limited Full-Time

32

11

$39,152 - $81,960

For administrative purposes during the implementation of Career Banding this Journey level posiiton is considered a Salary Grade 74.

02/16/2024

02/22/2024

No

** This is a 32 hours per week, 11 months per year position which is partially federally funded. Continued employment is contingent upon funding availability.
Applicants must apply online in order to be considered. Please include a cover letter, resume, and a list of references (with complete contact information).
Applicants must upload a DD-214 if claiming Veteran’s Preference.
PLEASE COMPLETE ALL AREAS OF THE APPLICATION. INCOMPLETE APPLICATIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN CONSIDERATION IN THE REVIEW PROCESS.
If no applicants apply, who meet the required Knowledge, Skills, Abilities/Competencies and Training and Experience requirements, then management may consider other applicants. Effective October 1, 2015 all new hires into positions subject to the State Human Resources Act (SHRA) will serve a 12 month probationary period as defined by the North Carolina Office of State Human Resources (OSHR).

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks.
Western Carolina University uses E-Verify to confirm employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. To learn more about E-Verify, including your rights and responsibilities, please visit www.dhs.gov/E-Verify. Proper documentation of identity and employability are required at the time of employment.

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified within 30 days of employment. All new employees who will be teaching are required to provide official transcripts within 30 days of employment. Transcripts should be provided for the highest earned degree and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements.

Western Carolina University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; religion; sex; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; national origin; age; disability; genetic information; political affiliation; National Guard or veteran status, consistent with applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations, and policies, and the policies of The University of North Carolina. Additionally, the University promotes the realization of equal employment opportunity for minorities, women, persons with disabilities, and veterans through its affirmative action program.
Persons with disabilities requiring accommodations in the application and interview process please call (828) 227-7218 or email at jobs@email.wcu.edu.

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