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Baugo Community Schools
Substitute School Nurse
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What they do
A School Nurse provides care to school age children. Provides first aid, treats illnesses that occur at school, administers medications, and coordinates with other health care providers, including behavioral and mental health care providers. May work at a school or travel to different schools within a school district.
$57,014 / year median in Indiana
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Key Responsibilities 1. Direct Healthcare & Emergency Response Provide immediate triage, first aid, and emergency care for student and staff injuries or sudden illnesses. Administer daily, PRN (as-needed), and emergency medications according to medical provider orders and parent/guardian consent. Manage chronic health conditions (e.g., asthma, type 1 diabetes, severe allergies, seizure disorders). 2. Health Plans & Case Management Develop, review, and implement Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs) and Emergency Action Plans (EAPs) for students with specialized medical needs. Delegate appropriate health tasks to trained paraprofessionals while maintaining active nursing supervision. Participate in 504 Plan and Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings as the primary health consultant. 3. Screenings & Compliance Conduct state-mandated health screenings (vision, hearing, scoliosis) and manage proper referral follow-ups. Audit and maintain student immunization records and health histories in compliance with state regulations. Ensure strict adherence to FERPA, HIPAA, and district confidentiality guidelines. 4. Health Education & Wellness Educate students, parents, and staff on infection control, hygiene, chronic condition awareness, and disease prevention. Train school staff on CPR/AED usage, EpiPen administration, and emergency response procedures.