In the absence of the District Nurse, Health Clinic Nurse or Educational Aide assigned to the clinic, a substitute nurse will meet the qualifications and perform the duties listed below.  

Minimum        

Qualifications:    

• Valid state department of education license/certificate appropriate for the position.
• Meets all mandated health requirements.
• A record free of criminal violations that would prohibit public school employment.
• Complies with drug-free workplace rules and board policies.
• Keeps current with technology and other workplace innovations that support job functions.
• Extensive knowledge of normal growth and development. Ability to access pharmacology information and community health resources appropriate to the needs of students.
• Training and/or experience in behavioral management techniques.

Essential            

Functions:   

The following are typical work responsibilities.  A reasonable accommodation may be made to enable a qualified individual with a disability to perform essential functions.

• Participates and carries out the effective planning, delivery, and ongoing improvement of program services.
• Helps ensure that district policies/procedures support non-biased assessment/planning activities.
• Upholds board policies and follows administrative guidelines/procedures. Promotes a professional image of the school district.  Encourages community partnerships that enhance district programs.
• Promotes effective communications and assistance. Uses problem-solving techniques to tactfully address questions/concerns.  Refers policy interpretation inquiries to administrative staff.
• Consults with school district nurse and building staff to identify ongoing/emerging health service needs of students.
• Helps identify safety and health hazards. Provides feedback on policy and administrative procedure revisions based upon professional guidelines and standards.
• Provides assistance to sick and injured students. Administers first aid.  Investigates and documents injuries.  Ensures the accuracy of records.  Notifies school district nurse if squad is called.
• Evaluates visual, hearing, or other student health concerns. Recommends medical referrals.
• Helps students monitor and manage acute/chronic medical conditions as needed.
• Upholds the student conduct code. Maintains high expectations for behavior and performance.  
• Consults with staff and families to address student concerns (e.g., excessive absences, at-risk behavior, mental/physical health, family/peer relations, etc.). Initiates referrals to community resources as needed (e.g., legal, health, welfare, etc.). 
• Maintains accurate records and submits required data on time to school district nurse.
• Consults with parents as needed (e.g., phone calls, notes, meetings, etc.).
• Respects personal privacy. Maintains the confidentiality of privileged information.
• Promotes the proper use, care, and security of school property.
• Takes precautions to ensure safety. Monitors situations that may indicate a problem.  Provides appropriate student supervision.  Works with supervisors to manage or eliminate risk factors.
• Reports suspected child abuse and/or neglect to civil authorities as required by law.
• Strives to develop rapport and serves as a positive role model for others.
• Maintains a professional appearance. Wears work attire appropriate for the position.
• Performs other specific job-related duties as directed.

Abilities             

Required:     

The following personal characteristics and skills are important for the successful performance

of assigned duties.

• Acts in accordance with the professional code of ethics.
• Demonstrates professionalism and contributes to a positive work environment.
• Acknowledges personal responsibility for decisions and conduct
• Organizes tasks and manages time effectively. Meets deadlines despite time constraints.
• Skillfully manages individual, group, and organizational interactions.
• Effectively uses listening, observation, reading, verbal, nonverbal, and writing skills.
• Averts problem situations and intervenes to resolve conflicts.
• Exhibits consistency, resourcefulness, and resilience.
• Uses diplomacy and exercises self-control when dealing with other individuals.
• Maintains an acceptable attendance record and is punctual.

Working            

Conditions:

To promote safety, employees are expected to exercise caution and comply with safety regulations and district policies/procedures when involved in the following situations/conditions.

• Balancing, bending, crouching, kneeling, reaching, and standing.
• Exposure to adverse weather conditions and temperature extremes.
• Exposure to air-borne particulates, chemical irritants, combustible materials, electrical hazards, equipment vibrations, noises, and odors.
• Exposure to blood-borne pathogens and communicable diseases.
• Interactions with aggressive, disruptive, and/or unruly individuals.
• Operating and/or riding in a vehicle.
• Lifting, carrying, and moving work-related supplies/equipment.
• Traveling to meetings and work assignments.