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Neosho School District
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.
$50,677 / year median in Missouri
+10% projected growth
Job Description
The School Nurse, under the supervision of the Neosho School Nurse Supervisor and the school-based administrator, provides school health services to students, staff, families and school visitors. The School Nurse works in a collaborative relationship with the Neosho Profession Nursing Staff, Certified Teachers and other staff. The School Nurse works as a team member using good judgment according to health services policies and procedures. Performance to be evaluated periodically. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Provides first aid and emergency care to students, school staff, and visitors following the regulations and procedures established by the Neosho School District, Newton County Health Department, Missouri State Department of Education and the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services. Carries out delegated nursing tasks for students and staff Implements federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and procedures related to school health services Implements state mandated screening programs Implements laws, regulations, policies and procedures to control communicable disease within the school setting Carries out health services procedures established by the Neosho School District Observes for student health, psychosocial and other needs and refers students appropriately Maintains accurate, confidential, and appropriate records following established guidelines Identifies and documents students with health problems and refers students to appropriate resources as necessary Contributes to the development of health care plans and the implementation of plan Communicates medical information in a timely manner to appropriate school personnel, parents/guardians, and the Neosho school nurse while maintaining confidentiality Maintains emergency procedure information for students and staff Supports health promotion for students, staff, parents, and community Performs other duties as assigned. Supervisory Duties None Qualifications Education/Experience/Certificates, Licenses, Registrations Current unrestricted Missouri License; Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR); One year of health care experience, and computer experience.