School Nurse (Rn)

Position Type:
Certified Student Support Services/School Nurse
Date Posted:
12/7/2023
Location:
Kingsley Montgomery School
District:
Waterford School District - websitePosition:
School Nurse (RN)
*10,000 Additional Stipend*
Location:
Kingsley Montgomery School
Qualifications:

• Degree from an accredited nursing program; Bachelor of Nursing Degree preferred; licensed as a registered nurse in Michigan. A minimum of one year, three years preferred, of nursing experience and experience in community health, pediatrics, emergency care and triage, and/or a physician's office preferred.
• A comparable amount of training and experience may be substituted for the minimum qualifications.
• Experience with ventilator/tracheostomy use and care.
• Valid CPR certification.
• Experience in providing nursing services to students with complex medical needs, including suctioning, tube feeding, seizure care, etc.
• The ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, families, and other school district personnel.
• The ability to write, implement, and monitor Plans of Care

Responsibilities:

• Carry out the duties of student care based on individual student needs and the requirements established by district policies, procedures, and protocols, and by local, state and national regulations and statues
• Administer daily and PRN medications, and nursing care procedures prescribed by the student's physician; notify parents when further medical evaluation is indicated.
• Provide nursing care and physical screening to students; assess students and implement first aid measures for students as needed
• Complete all required documentation within established timelines
• Participate in professional development opportunities to enhance skills
• Act as liaison between school, home and physicians to coordinate care and obtain Plans of Care for students that are implemented while students are at school.
• Educate school staff regarding the proper procedures and care needed to address student health related concerns.
• Initiate emergency procedures for students and staff as needed.
• Provide health education and anticipatory counseling.
• Act as a liaison between the school, home health department professionals, and other community agencies
• Act as a liaison between the school, home health department professionals, and other community agencies.
• Maintain clinic equipment and assesses the need for consumable supplies on a regular basis,
• Manage the process for third party billing with Medicaid to obtain reimbursement for nursing care.
• Perform related work as required.

Reports To:
Principal, Executive Director or Student Support Services
Starting Date:
January 8, 2024
Compensation:
Per WEA Master Agreement
Posting Date:
December 7, 2023
Posting Deadline:
Until filled
Internal and external candidates may apply by visiting www.waterford.k12.mi.us and selecting the icon "Employment" and next, "Job Postings Directory". Include letter of intent, resume, and letter(s) of reference with the application. Employment is contingent upon receiving all required documentation (e.g., criminal background investigation and fingerprint records.)
The Board of Education does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, (including sexual orientation or transgender identity), disability, age, religion, height, weight, marital or family status, military status, ancestry, genetic information, or any other legally protected category, (collectively, "Protected Classes"), in its programs and activities, including employment opportunities.
Attachment(s):

• School Nurse KMS 12-7-23.pdf