<p>Farmington School District</p> <p>Job Title: School Nurse</p> <p>Reports to: Principal</p> <p>Dept/Campus: Assigned Campus</p> <p>Wage/Hour Status: Exempt</p> <p>Length of Contract:</p> <p>PRIMARY PURPOSE:</p> <p>Assist in the development and implementation of a comprehensive program of health services for the school. Responsible for providing direct health services to students. Promote health education and preventive health practices for students. Serve as a health advocate for students.</p> <p>QUALIFICATIONS:</p> <p>Education/Certification: Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program Special Knowledge/Skills: Valid registered nurse licensed to practice professional nursing in Arkansas from the State Board of Nurse Examiners.</p> <p>Experience: Two years of nursing experience. The District may find appropriate and acceptable alternatives to the above qualifications.</p> <p>MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:</p> <p>Maintain professional behavior, appearance, and work ethic to represent the school district in a positive manner at all times.</p> <p>Articulate a positive image of the school district and school district personnel.</p> <p>Demonstrate effective customer service strategies to all district patrons.</p> <p>Participate in the development and implementation of a complete and functioning program to provide ongoing emergency health care.</p> <p>Develop and enforce procedures for the administration, safety, and security of medications, first aid or health supplies, and equipment.</p> <p>JOB DESCRIPTION:</p> <p>Participate in the implementation of health education curriculum.</p> <p>Coordinate health service activities with the instructional program.</p> <p>Plan and implement health assessment and screening programs.</p> <p>Assist in the control of communicable diseases by interpreting the policies and procedures for control of communicable diseases within the school.</p> <p>Coordinate referrals to health care professionals for medical diagnostic services and treatment as needed.</p> <p>Implement and comply with policies established by federal and state law, Arkansas Dept. of Education, and local board policy in the area of health services.</p> <p>Consult with staff on student health problems and provide assistance with individual cases as needed.</p> <p>Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required.</p> <p>Present for students a positive role model that supports the school climate and mission of the school district.</p> <p>Maintain a positive and effective relationship with supervisors.</p> <p>Comply with all district and local campus routines and regulations.</p> <p>Effectively communicate with colleagues, students, and parents.</p> <p>Assess and respond to needs related to job responsibilities.</p> <p>Develop and coordinate a continuing evaluation of the health program and implement changes based on the findings.</p> <p>Provide relevant counseling and guidance to students and parents so they may assume responsibility for the maintenance of student health.</p> <p>Help families use community resources for health-related needs.</p> <p>Develop professional skills appropriate to job assignments.</p> <p>Demonstrate behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.</p> <p>Articulate the district's mission and goals in the area of health care services to the community and solicit its support in realizing the mission.</p> <p>Demonstrate awareness of district-community needs and initiate activities to meet those identified needs.</p> <p>Demonstrate the use of appropriate and effective techniques for community and parent involvement.</p> <p>Maintain health provider CPR.</p> <p>Maintain nursing license as required by state law.</p> <p>Other duties as assigned by supervisor.</p> <p>SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:</p> <p>Supervise assigned health aides(s) and clerical employees(s).</p> <p>WORKING CONDITIONS:</p> <p>Mental Demands:</p> <p>Ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); interpret policies and procedures; maintain control under stress; ability to manage others in a non-coercive manner; maintain a clear focus on customer service</p> <p>Physical Demands:</p> <p>Frequent district-wide travel; biological exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases; ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.</p> <p>Last Revised: June 24, 2021</p>