QUALIFICATIONS:  Must possess a valid bachelor’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited college or university and a valid Registered Nurse license issued by the State of California.  Preference will be given to applicants possessing a School Nurse Services credential.  Applicants not having a School Nurse Services credential must be willing to complete the requirements for the credential.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Provides physical assessment of students and treatment as allowed within scope of practice.
• Communicates with medical support staff and makes appropriate referrals.
• Develops schedules and procedures for mandatory vision, hearing and scoliosis screening.
• Works with other professionals to develop an ongoing and varied health education program.
• Establishes and maintains an efficient data collection system.
• Provides medical support/supervision for students with special medical needs. 
• Presents health related presentations to classes when requested by teachers.
• Acts as a liaison with local public health agencies and the medical community.