School Nurse – Grades K-8 Brief Description of Position Conducts a health services program at the six elementary schools for the evaluation, improvement, and protection of the health of pupils and school personnel in accordance with state law and district policies and procedures. Major Duties and Responsibilities Conducts medical case finding, screening, and referral activities related to health defects of selected pupils. Refers parents of pupils needing medical care or welfare assistance to appropriate private or community resources. Conducts a program directed toward the control of communicable diseases in the school community. Serves as a health education resource person to staff and pupils. Assists in the identification of safety and hazards on school sites. Provides health counseling services for parents and school personnel. Maintains a health record for each pupil. Informs teachers of physical or health liabilities of pupils. Provides emergency nursing service for illnesses, physical defects, and potential health problems and provides health counseling directed toward pursuit of appropriate action. Supervises assigned clerical personnel and pupil monitors. Performs other duties as assigned. Other Duties Assists with verification of selected pupil absences by home or telephone contacts with parents. Provides first-aid instruction to school staff members. Assists medical personnel in immunization programs conducted at the school. Prepares and distributes health topic bulletins to pupils, staff members, and parents. Confers with family medical advisors as indicated. Arranges for family life instruction to 5th grade students. Under the immediate direction of the site administrator. Under the general direction of the Associate Superintendent. Qualifications • Credential: Health and Development authorizing service as a school nurse of Standard Designated Services in Health authorizing service as a school nurse. • Education: Bachelor’s degree, including all courses needed to meet credential requirements. • Experience: Successful nursing experience in hospital, doctor’s office, or clinic is normally required before assignment to this position. • Personal Qualities: Appearance, grooming, and personality which establish a desirable example for pupils. Ability to meet district standards for physical and mental health. Better than average recommendations from supervisors or other professionals who have observed personal characteristics, scholastic attainment, and nursing performance of the nurse.