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1 FTE School Nurse
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Shenandoah Community School District
Shenandoah, IA (In Person)
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1 FTE School Nurse The School Nurse provides comprehensive health services to elementary and middle school students to support their physical, emotional, and academic success. This role promotes a safe and healthy school environment by delivering care, managing student health needs, ensuring compliance with Iowa regulations, and collaborating with staff and families. Key Responsibilities Student Health Care Services Provide first aid and assess student illness and injuries Administer medications following physician orders and district policy Monitor and manage chronic health conditions (e.g., asthma, diabetes, allergies, seizures) Develop and implement Individualized Health Plans (IHPs) and Emergency Action Plans Support students with special healthcare needs and 504/IEP plans Assist students with feeding, toileting, and other personal care needs Health Screenings & Prevention Coordinate and conduct screenings (vision, hearing, growth, etc.) Track immunization compliance and maintain required records Monitor and manage communicable diseases and outbreaks Promote hygiene, wellness, and disease prevention practices Emergency Preparedness & Response Respond to medical emergencies and provide life-saving care Maintain emergency health plans and protocols Ensure readiness of emergency equipment (AEDs, EpiPens, first aid kits) Train staff in emergency response and delegated care duties Health Education & Promotion Provide health education to students and staff (nutrition, hygiene, mental health) Support age-appropriate wellness programs for elementary and middle school students Promote a positive school health culture Collaboration & Communication Serve as liaison between school, families, and healthcare providers Communicate student health concerns to parents/guardians Collaborate with teachers, counselors, and administrators Connect families to community health resources when needed Compliance & Documentation (Iowa-Specific) Maintain accurate, confidential student health records Ensure compliance with: Iowa immunization laws Medication administration policies Mandatory reporting requirements Document all health services according to Iowa School Nurse Toolkit guidelines Administrative Duties Monitor student attendance related to health concerns Maintain health office supplies and inventory Assist with district health policies and procedures Provide training for unlicensed staff (delegated care tasks) Required Qualifications (Iowa) Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Iowa CPR/AED and First Aid certification Maintain licensure through the Iowa Board of Nursing Preferred Qualifications Statement of Professional Recognition (SPR) as a School Nurse (optional but encouraged) Knowledge of Iowa Department of Education health requirements Key Skills Clinical judgment and assessment Pediatric and adolescent care knowledge Communication and collaboration Organization and record-keeping Crisis management and decision-making Work Environment Elementary and/or middle school setting (occasional support at the High School) Interaction with younger children and adolescents Daily exposure to illness, injuries, and high-energy environments Standard school calendar (with occasional events or extended hours)