School Nurse

Overview

The Clinical Nurse provides direct care to residents and students as ordered by consulting physicians.

Benefits Include

• Medical, dental, vision, and supplemental insurance options, including HSA match for qualifying contributions.
• Parental Paid Leave
• Retirement savings plan with company match.
• Paid time off and holiday pay.
• Mileage reimbursement.
• Tuition reimbursement available.
• Company sponsored learning and development

Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned as necessary.

• Provides health assessment of each client for general health maintenance, evaluation of illness and injury and any necessary follow up care.
• Administers medications and treatment as prescribed by the attending physician.
• Communicates with outside referral sources, providers, parents/guardians, and insurance companies.
• Provides accurate documentation of illness, injuries and other nursing related issues.
• Obtains lab specimens as needed.
• Administers immunizations and TB testing of children.
• Administers and reads tuberculosis testing of staff, if required.
• Participates on Treatment Teams of children.
• Conducts medical assessments on clients after restraints and/or seclusions, as indicated.
• Collects Health Office data and generates reports as requested by the Director of Nursing and Medical Services.
• Monthly monitoring of resident BMI, heights, weights, and vital signs.
• Transcribes orders, maintains supplies, and administers medications and procedures documenting accordingly.
• Completes admissions screenings and documents accordingly.
• Triages, schedules, and assists with doctor examinations as necessary.
• Assists with the training of staff in various areas; medication management, CPR, and first aid.
• Participates in team meetings.
• Attends trainings and meetings as required.
• Shares/transmits the mission and vision of Arrow Child & Family Ministries to staff and to clients and families served.
• Perform all duties within contract, state and federal regulations, Arrow policy, and COA standards.
• May be required to drive vehicles, be insurable with our auto insurance provider, and complete Arrow’s vehicle training.
• Occasional travel may be required.

Qualifications

High School diploma or GED with current MD Board of Nursing license as a Registered Nurse (RN) or a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), and at least two (2) years of experience, preferably in a residential setting or school setting.