26-27 School Nurse

26-27 School Nurse Suwanee, GA Job Details 1 day ago Benefits Retirement plan Qualifications Report writing Clinical program implementation Infectious diseases (public health) Medication administration RN License Student record keeping BLS Certification Mid-level 3 years Preventive health (patient care) Working with children Medical records Basic life support Pediatrics LPN Managing patient records Referral coordination Patient emergency assistance Communication skills Patient observation Hearing assessments

Immunizations Full Job Description Forsyth County Schools Job Description Job Title:

NURSE FLSA

Status:

EXEMPT Salary Schedule/Days:

NURSE/185 DAYS

Location/Department:

SCHOOL BASED

Retirement Plan:

TRS POSITION SUMMARY

Promote the health and well-being of students, staff, and visitors by providing medical care, managing chronic conditions, and responding to health emergencies.

QUALIFICATIONS

Certifications, Licenses or Permits:

Valid State of Georgia nurse license required (RN or LPN). Valid certificate in Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Education, Experience, and Other Requirements:

Minimum of three (3) years of experience in pediatric nursing or community health nursing preferred. Proven ability to work with others in a confidential, cooperative, and service-oriented manner; excellent listening and communication skills. Must be regularly, predictably, and reliably at work. Ability to be present at the physical worksite. May be regularly required to stand, sit, crouch, crawl, push/pull, and lift up to 50lbs. Must be able to properly and consistently supervise students, particularly during emergency situations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Conduct and/or coordinate school health services program, including screenings, assessment of immunization status, and tests for hearing and vision, as appropriate. Perform student health procedures and assist students with administration of medication, as necessary. Select and refer students in need of medical and dental care. Report to parents/guardians, school personnel, physicians, clinics, and other agencies on school health matters. Maintain up-to-date health records on students. Observe students on a regular basis to detect health needs. Participate with school staff in developing and implementing the total school health services program. Advise on modifications of the education program to meet health needs of individual students. Prepare and submit reports as required. Advise the principal and family of infectious and contagious diseases. Perform other duties as assigned.

Reviewed By:

HEATHER GORDY

(APPROVED)

Date:

1/2/2025

Approved By:

DERRICK HERSHEY

Date:

1/2/2025 Revision Date(s): 1/2/2025,