Registered School Nurse / RN (Full-time or Part-time)

Registered School Nurse / RN (Full-time or Part-time) TeachIowa Lone Tree Comm School District

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Job ID:

5692857

Application Deadline:

Posted until filled

Posted:

Yesterday

Starting Date:

Immediately Job Description

Job Title:

Registered School Nurse / RN (Full-time or Part-time)

Start Date:

2026-27 School Year Reports to: Building Principal

FLSA Status:

_X_ Exempt ___ Non-Exempt

Status:

_X_ Full Time _X_Part Time ___ Hourly _X_ Salary

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

Provide health services to students who require basic first aid, medication administration, and uses professional nursing judgment in performing procedures and tasks as indicated by a student's health care provider. Provide care in emergency situations and communicates with parents, school administration, or emergency personnel when necessary. Documents nursing services and student health services provided by the nurse in the district's computerized student information system. Collaborates with school administration, staff, and AEA for student health services and student individualized health plans.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Under general supervision of the Board of Directors, the School Nurse performs the following responsibilities within the overarching framework of the state-mandated standard. Collaborates with school administration to develop and implement a district-wide health plan; Recommends modification of school programs to meet student's health needs; Assists school personnel in establishing sanitary and safe conditions in schools; Promotes and assists in the control of communicable diseases through preventive immunization programs, early detection, surveillance, and reporting of contagious diseases; Delegate, determines competency with return skills, supervises, monitors, and evaluates non-licensed personnel performing health procedures; Maintains appropriate health records and protects the confidentiality of data; Provides necessary health information for student Individualized Education Programs (IEP); Develops Individualized Health Care Plans (IHP) as needed; Provides necessary health information for student 504 plans; Conducts school health service, including nursing assessment and screenings; Facilitates student access to physical and mental health services; Administers aid for a student or staff member who has suffered injury or emergency illness; Communicates with school administration, parents, school personnel, health care providers, and other agencies on school health matters; Provides medication and other health procedures as necessary; Promotes sound nutritional practices; Administers the Medicaid program; Provides leadership and support for staff wellness plans; Participates in the design and development of health curricula; and/or District writes additional essential function(s) If School Nurse serves as the district's US Department of Transportation drug and alcohol testing program collector: Select from the following: Implements and conducts the drug and alcohol testing programs; Completes collector training and recertification as needed; Complies with US Department of Transportation Urine Specimen Collection Procedures Guidelines; Complies with US Department of Transportation Substance Abuse Professional Guidelines Ensures proper collection of saliva and/or specimen samples; and/or District writes additional essential function(s)

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES DESIRE

Education and Licensure:

Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing from an accredited college or university Licensed Registered Nurse (RN).

NOTE:

The Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) may not be employed or practice as an independent school nurse. However, an LPN may practice nursing in the school setting under the supervision and direction of an RN or physician in the same building. The LPN may also provide nursing care to a specific student under the supervision and delegation of an RN employed by the school district Ability to obtain and maintain a Statement of Professional Recognition (SPR)

Knowledge and Skills:

Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Demonstrates strong organizational skills. Able to read, analyze, interpret, and implement ideas contained in technical documents, assessment data, professional journal, and regulations. Competent in research and information-gathering through technology.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The following physical requirements were selected from a list of suggested ADA-Compliant language based on the likely work of the position. This list is generic in nature and should be updated to appropriately reflect the needs of your district. Physical Activity Amount of Time Occasionally (1

• 32%) Frequently (33
• 65%) Constantly (66
• 100%) Moving X Talking X Hearing X Operate Computer X Stationary Position X Balance X Diagnose Illness X Determine Medical Dosage X Lift Up to 10 pounds X Lift Up to 25 pounds X Lift Up to 50 pounds X Operate Motor Vehicle X WORKING

CONDITIONS

Working Conditions Amount of Time Occasionally (1

• 32%) Frequently (33
• 65%) Constantly (66
• 100%) School Hours X Indoors X Outdoors X Medical Waste X Bodily Fluids X Controlled Substances X Infectious Disease X Hazardous Chemicals X Evenings X Weekends X TERMS

OF EMPLOYMENT

Salary and benefits are to be determined by the board

NOTE:

The School Nurse's salary and other terms of employment may be collectively bargained in the district's master contract

EVALUATION

The School Nurse will be evaluated by the Superintendent at least annually in accordance with law, board policy, and the preceding job description.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

It is the policy of the Lone Tree School District not to illegally discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, disability, religion, creed, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and gender identity in its employment practices. The statements contained herein describe the scope of responsibility and essential functions of this position, but should not be considered to be an all-inclusive listing of work requirements. Individuals may perform other duties as assigned. Nothing in this job description restricts the Board's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time unless restricted by law or a negotiated contract.

Position Type:

Not provided