School Nurse Job Description Founded in 1963, Jupiter Christian School is committed to excellence in teaching the mind, reaching the heart, and inspiring servant leaders to impact the world for Jesus Christ. Jupiter Christian School distinctively educates students in a Nurturing Community to Excel in life and Engage the world. Job Summary: The Jupiter Christian School Teacher must be a spiritually sensitive individual who understands the mission and philosophy of Jupiter Christian School and is committed to help see it become a reality in the lives of our students by manifesting, by precept and example, the highest Christian virtue and personal decorum, serving as a Christian role model (I Timothy 4:12) both in and out of school (Luke 6:40), and as an example to parents and fellow employees in judgement, dignity, respect, and Christian living according to the Conditions of Employment outlined in the JCS faculty contract. The teacher must be a born again Christian with spiritual maturity in academic and leadership abilities that will enable him/her to teach God’s truth. The ability to communicate well with various types of people, handle confidential information appropriately, maintain a courteous, professional, and respectful attitude and integrity in all situations are pre-requisites. General Description of Duties and Responsibilities - The School Nurse's job is to oversee and be responsible for the clinic
- Essential Job Requirements
- Perform injury/illness assessment and interventions for all students.
- Administer all prescribed medications to students, maintain authorization form for each and maintain a medication log.
- Collect and maintain on file a signed, notarized medical release form on each enrolled student, with up to date emergency information.
- Supply teachers with notarized medical release form and first aid kits for school field trips.
- Order all supplies and materials for the clinic.
- Abide by all rules of the Health Department.
- Observe OSHA rules on blood borne pathogens. Maintain a copy of Universal Precautions/Blood borne Pathogens Exposure Control Plan and revise yearly as needed.
- Coordinate volunteers to assist in the clinic.
- Arrange in-service for teachers on First-Aid, CPR, and blood borne pathogens.
- Make arrangements for and assist with scoliosis screening of all sixth grade students. Follow up with any communication to parents regarding test results.
- Make arrangements for and assist with vision and hearing screenings. Follow up with any communication to parents regarding test results.
- Make recommendations to the administration regarding the areas of health.
- Coordinate accident reports, making sure they are completely filled out.
- Communicate to parents regarding the degree of injury to the student. Make follow-up phone calls and assist with transition back into school.
- Evaluate student’s readiness to return to school along with proper paper work from parent or physician after illness.
- Promote health education and well-being in the classrooms.
- Coordinate available medical programs available to students, faculty/staff when available, i.e.: Flu mist, Open Airway, Vision Screenings, etc…
- Keep records on any exposure incident.
Qualifications - Spiritual
- Must have a clear testimony of personal faith in Jesus Christ as Savior
- Please check the school's website (www.jupiterchristian.org) regarding personal faith alignment to the JCS statement of Faith
- Must be able to demonstrate active membership and involvement in a local church.
Education and Experience - Registered and currently licensed to practice in Florida. Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. One (1) year as a school nurse experience desired.
Physical Limitations - Able to walk and work standing on feet up to 75% of each shift.
- Must have high level of mobility necessary to assist patient’s needs. Able to lift up to 50 pounds
Additional Compensation: Benefits: - Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Retirement plan
- Flexible schedule
- Professional development assistance
Job Type: Full-time Pay: $20.00 - $27.00 per hour Benefits: - 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Standard shift: Weekly schedule: Experience: - relevant: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification: Work Location: In person
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