School Nurse

School Nurse

Dishchii'bikoh Community School, Cibecue, Az

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES
Manage and coordinate the assigned school's health services program based on requirements
established by the Dishchiibikoh Community School policies, procedures, and protocols, and
by local, state and national regulations and statues.
Duties and Responsibilities
● Ensure compliance with procedures, protocols, and other instructions provided by the
Dishchiibikoh Community School policy and procedures.
● Provide nursing care and physical screening to students; assess students and implement
first aid measures for students as needed.
● Assume responsibility for appropriate screening for referral activities for students.
● Counsel with students concerning problems such as pregnancy, sexually transmitted
diseases and substance abuse in order to facilitate responsible decision making practices.
● Implement and record required screening programs; notify parents when further
medical evaluation is indicated.
● Establish and update health and immunization records.
● Prepare and maintain student clinic records and prepare required reports.
● Administer daily medications and nursing care procedures prescribed by the student's
physician.
● Initiate emergency procedures for students and staff as needed.
● Develop Individual Health Care Plans and 504 Plans for students on a case by case basis.
● Orient the staff and teach specific medical procedures for the evaluation and
maintenance of the medically involved student in the classroom.
● Present, train and maintain appropriate standards from OSHA regarding contact with,
and possible exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious body materials
within the school or employment setting.
● Provide health education as needed.
● Follow procedures for suspected cases of child abuse and neglect.
● Act as a liaison between the school, home health department professionals, and other
community agencies.
● Coordinate presentations by various agencies and professionals on pertinent health care
topics for school staff.
● Maintain clinic equipment and assess the need for consumable supplies on an annual
basis.
● Perform other related duties as assigned by the supervisor.
Reports to: Building principals