School Nurse - TBD

For questions, please email: adminhr (adminhr@canyonsdistrict.org)

Category:

Licensed

Department:Student Services

Shift:

Location:TBD

Job Type:Full-Time

Pay Rate:Salary Schedules (http://www.canyonsdistrict.org/salary-schedules)

How to apply:

To apply, follow these 3 steps:

• Download and complete the licensed specialist application form (https://www.canyonsdistrict.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/Licensed-Specialist-Application-Form-1.pdf) .

• Collect all items that are requested in addition to the application form that are listed on top of the application

• Copy of your current license that is specified in this job posting

• Up to date Resume

• Reference sheet with 5 names, their relation to you, and their contact information - 1 name must be your current supervisor.

• Email the completed application and the 5 documents to adminhr@canyonsdistrict.org ( adminhr@canyonsdistrict.org)

Questions? Email adminhr@canyonsdistrict.org ( adminhr@canyonsdistrict.org) for assistance.

Americans with Disability Act: If reasonable accommodations are needed to assist you with the application or hiring process please contact the Canyons School District office of Legal Services at 801-826-5061, Fax 801-826-5098 or mailing address 9361 S. 300 E., Sandy, UT 84070.

CANYONS SCHOOL DISTRICT is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants are considered on the basis of employment qualifications without regard to race, color, political affiliation, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, medical condition or handicap. Inquiries regarding Canyons School District’s hiring practices may be addressed to: Director of Human Resources, Canyons School District, 9361 South 300 East, Sandy, UT 84070.

Job Description:

Job Title: School Nurse

Department: Student Services Department

Supervisor: Director of Student Services

Lane Placement: Licensed Salary Schedule

Schedule: 8 hours/196 days Evaluation Group: CTESS

FLSA Classification: Exempt

JOB DESCRIPTION

The Nurse manages the health services program for the assessment, evaluation maintenance and improvement of the health of students and staff to enhance the educational process of students by maximizing their health and well-being, modifying or removing health-related barriers to learning, and promoting an optimal level of wellness.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responds to the following as the areas of primary focus of concern

A. Outbreaks of communicable diseases

B. Health-related emergencies

C. Chronic diseases and conditions

D. Student health care plans

• Provide professional advice and support to school staff regarding students with acute or chronic health conditions.

• Develop protocols, procedures and policy recommendations for meeting student’s health care needs in the school setting.

• Determine tasks that may be appropriately delegated to licensed or unlicensed assistive personnel, on a student-by-student basis, and provide appropriate training, documentation and follow up.

• When applicable, direct, monitor and evaluate aides, assistants, volunteers, unlicensed and/or licensed personnel providing health services.

• Oversee and coordinate care of students served by independently contracted nurses to provide health care that cannot be provided by unlicensed personnel.

• Train school staff in medication procedures and record keeping, as required by Utah State law.

• Serve as an advisor to the school staff on health conditions that may be appropriately medicated at school and on medications that require the services of a licensed nurse.

• Provide staff training and advice regarding student immunization and record keeping requirements.

• Conduct vision screenings at each school according to Canyons School District policy.

A. Train vision screening volunteers and oversee vision screening clinics to assure that proper techniques are followed and appropriate records maintained.

B. Notify parent in writing when a vision screening indicates a problem, which may require treatment by an eye care professional.

• Train staff members on techniques for screening for head lice and other parasite infestations.

A. Act as a resource for questions or concerns for re-current or exceptional cases of head lice and other parasite infestations.

• Develop and coordinate guidelines, procedures and training in First Aid and CPR/AED for schools and staff.

• Consult appropriate staff and administrators, families, primary care providers and other school personnel concerning health related factors that may impact the students’ education.

• Assist schools in maintaining required documentation for compliance with Canyons District policy, Utah State and Federal Laws such as:

• Medication Administration documents

• Immunization records

• Vision Screening

• Communicable disease reporting

• Document, compile and complete Utah State mandated school health reports including vision and immunization reports.

• Collaborate with community agencies to provide resources for students and families through serving on committees, task forces, etc.

• Predictable and reliable attendance.

During times of state or district emergency, all employees may be required to perform additional duties that are not required on a normal basis in support of educational and operational priorities. e.g. Performs general cleaning and sanitizing of work areas, provides remote assistance to students and staff, and any other reasonable duty as needed.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:

The complex role of the school nurse demands, but is not limited to, an understanding and knowledge of:

• Community including community as a system.

• Applicable laws, regulations and standards pertaining to school nurse practice (Utah Nurse Practice Act and Rules).

• Current nursing research and theory and its application to daily practice.

In addition, the school nurse needs to have the ability to:

• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with students, peers, parents and other professionals.

• Effectively and professionally communicate in both written and oral format.

• Identify community resources and agencies for students and staff.

• Effectively collaborate with other health care professionals and community resources.

• Utilize the computer in health-related searches, email communication, data collection, and formation of reports.

• Work independently and make timely nursing decisions.

• Maintain effective and appropriate nursing skills through continuing education.

NON-ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Other duties as assigned.

• This description should not be construed to contain every function/responsibility that may be required to be performed by an employee assigned to this position.

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily.

• The requirements listed below are representative of the education, knowledge and experience requirements; the machines, tools and equipment used; background; and any licenses or certifications required.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.

QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing.

• Possess a valid current license to practice nursing in the State of Utah.

• Incumbent must be fingerprinted and clear a criminal backgrounds check.

NOTE: The Administration reserves the right to require specific training for this position. However, depending upon the type and quality of prior work experience and availability of formal training programs, some exchanges can be made between training and experience.

FUNCTIONAL REQUIREMENTS---Not limited to the following:

• Agility and Physical Movement

• While performing the duties of this job, the District Nurse is regularly required to speak and/or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; reach with hands and arms and stoop; kneel, or crouch.

• Occasionally required to use hands to handle or feel and mush occasionally climb or balance.

• Frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds or more and occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

• Move around throughout school settings to talk to students, parents and staff.

• May occasionally work in temperatures above 100 degrees and below 32 degrees.

• May occasionally walk on slippery or uneven surfaces

• Physical ability to perform the essential functions listed above with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Possess the physical, mental, and emotional stability to work under stressful conditions, including but not limited to: deadlines, contract requirements, inspection requirements, and interaction with critical personnel.

Note: This list of essential and marginal functions and of physical requirements is not exhaustive and may be supplemented in accordance with the requirements of the job.

All employees are required to participate in the District evaluation process.

It is the employee’s responsibility to review and adhere to all district policies and procedures.

This information may be reviewed at www.canyonsdistrict.org

ADA HR Effective date: 02/28/2023