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The Johnson City Schools is looking for a School Nurse to serve our students at Indian Trail Middle School. Under the direction of the designated district nursing supervisor and in collaboration with the school principal, the School Nurse provides professional nursing services that protect and promote student health, support student attendance and learning, respond to illness and injury, coordinate care for students with health needs, and maintain a safe, confidential, and well-organized school health clinic.

QUALIFICATIONS 1.

Hold a current, unencumbered Tennessee Registered Nurse (RN) license. 2. Graduation from an approved nursing education program and successful completion of the applicable licensure examination. 3. Demonstrated knowledge of nursing principles and practices, student health needs, infection prevention, emergency response, and health documentation. 4. Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English and communicate effectively with students, families, school personnel, and healthcare providers. 5. Strong written, verbal, organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal skills. 6. Previous school nursing or pediatric nursing experience preferred. 7. Ability to use computers and maintain accurate electronic and paper records; experience with routine clerical and clinic-management tasks preferred. 8. Meet the physical and other job-related requirements of the position, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 1.

Provide nursing assessment, direct care, first aid, and emergency response to students and, when appropriate under district procedures, staff members who become ill or injured at school or during school-sponsored activities. 2. Manage daily operations of the school health clinic, including triage, prioritization of needs, infection prevention, safe storage of supplies, and maintenance of a clean and safe environment. 3. Review student health information, immunization and other required health documentation, emergency care forms, and relevant medical orders at the beginning of each school year and when students enroll or transfer, consistent with applicable requirements. 4. Develop, implement, review, and maintain Individualized Health Care Plans (IHPs), Emergency Care Plans/Emergency Action Plans, and other appropriate health plans in collaboration with families, students, healthcare providers, and school personnel. 5. Administer medications and perform healthcare procedures only as authorized and in accordance with applicable Tennessee law and rules, provider orders, parent/guardian authorization, district policy, and the nurse's scope of practice. 6. Monitor and support students with acute, chronic, or complex health conditions, including conditions such as asthma, diabetes, seizures, severe allergies, and other health needs, consistent with individual plans and applicable requirements. 7. Conduct or coordinate health screenings and assessments as assigned, document findings, notify parents/guardians as appropriate, and refer students for follow-up when indicated. 8. Recognize and respond to communicable disease concerns; follow applicable exclusion, reporting, infection-control, and return-to-school procedures. 9. Provide health education, counseling, and guidance to students individually or in groups, within the scope of nursing practice and district procedures. 10. Communicate and collaborate with parents/guardians, teachers, administrators, district nursing staff, healthcare providers, and community agencies regarding student health needs, while protecting confidential information. 11. Provide health-related guidance and training to school personnel as assigned, including relevant emergency procedures, infection prevention, and implementation of student health plans. 12. Maintain complete, accurate, timely, and confidential records of nursing assessments, clinic visits, treatments, medication administration, communications, screenings, referrals, and other services provided. 13. Protect the privacy and confidentiality of student health and education information and disclose information only as permitted or required by applicable law and district policy. 14. Comply with applicable federal and Tennessee laws and regulations, State Board of Education rules, Tennessee nursing laws and rules, Board policies, administrative procedures, and professional standards relevant to school health services. 15. Promptly report suspected child abuse or neglect and other matters requiring a report to the appropriate authorities, as required by law and district procedures. 16. Maintain current nursing licensure and required training; participate in professional development and keep nursing knowledge, clinical skills, equipment, and supplies current. 17. Maintain appropriate clinic inventory and equipment; request and organize supplies needed for safe and effective delivery of health services. 18. Cooperate with school and district personnel and families to promote a positive, inclusive, safe, and supportive school climate. 19. Take reasonable precautions to protect students, staff, equipment, materials, records, and facilities; follow applicable safety and exposure-control procedures. 20. Perform routine clinic-related administrative tasks, including record organization, communication, inventory documentation, and other clerical duties related to the position. 21. Perform other related duties as assigned, consistent with licensure, professional scope of practice, and applicable law.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described below are representative of those that may be required to perform the essential functions of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities, consistent with applicable law. 1. Lift, carry, push, or pull supplies or equipment and assist students as needed, which may include lifting or carrying objects weighing up to 25 pounds frequently and, on occasion, objects weighing more than 50 pounds, where job-related and safely performed. 2. Stand and walk for extended periods and move throughout the school building and grounds. 3. Bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and assume other positions needed to provide care or respond to emergencies. 4. Use hands to handle clinical supplies and equipment and perform tasks requiring fine motor coordination. 5. Communicate verbally, hear, and observe students and environmental conditions; vision must be sufficient to perform essential job functions, with reasonable accommodation as applicable.

CAPACITY AND ABILITY REQUIREMENTS/SKILLS 1.

Apply nursing knowledge and sound clinical judgment to assess student needs, recognize changes in condition, prioritize care, and respond appropriately to routine and emergency situations. 2. Manage multiple responsibilities and adjust priorities while maintaining accuracy, composure, and professionalism. 3. Communicate effectively, orally and in writing, with students of varying ages, families, healthcare providers, school personnel, and community partners. 4. Work independently within established protocols and collaboratively as a member of the school and district team. 5. Maintain accurate, organized, and confidential records and use applicable electronic systems. 6. Exercise discretion, sound judgment, empathy, cultural responsiveness, and professional boundaries. 7. Follow safety procedures, infection-control practices, and applicable legal, ethical, and professional standards. 8. Maintain regular attendance and punctuality in accordance with district expectations.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Work is performed primarily in a school health clinic and other school settings, including classrooms, playgrounds, athletic or activity areas, school transportation settings, and school-sponsored events as assigned. The position may involve contact with students experiencing illness, injury, communicable disease, bodily fluids, or emotionally stressful situations. Appropriate training, protective equipment, and safety procedures shall be followed.

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS

The statements above describe the general nature and level of work performed in this position and are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. Duties may be modified or assigned as organizational needs require, provided they are consistent with applicable law, licensure, and scope of practice. Performance will be evaluated in accordance with applicable Board of Education policies and district procedures. Compensation will be in accordance with the salary schedule for the position as adopted by the Board of Education. The work schedule will generally coincide with the school calendar and district needs, unless otherwise specified.

REPORTS TO

Principal/ Coordinated School Health Coordinator Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

From $24.78 per hour

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person