Job Title:
School Nurse RN - 2020-2021

Location:
Henrico, VA, US

Organization Name:
HCPS - Various Elementary & Secondary Schools

About Us:

Henrico County Public Schools is one of the six largest county public school divisions in Virginia with a nationally recognized educational program. Henrico County is a suburban community surrounding the city of Richmond, VA. We are 104 miles from the Atlantic Ocean to the east; 94 miles from the scenic Sky Line Drive to the west; 106 miles from Washington, D.C. to the north; and 75 miles from the North Carolina border to the south.

Our Mission:
Henrico County Public Schools, an innovative leader in educational excellence, will actively engage our students in diverse learning experiences that inspire and empower them to become contributing citizens.

General Statement of Duties:
This position is open until filled and is for the remainder of the 2020-2021 school year.To enhance the educational process by the modification or removal of health related barriers to learning and by promotion of an optimal level of wellness. To provide leadership and consultation to the principal and staff in matters pertaining to school health for all students in the facility.


Essential Duties:

• Coordinates the school's health services program; follows procedures, protocols, and other instructions provided by School Health Services Supervisor or contained in division manuals and protocols.
  
• Assesses the health needs of students by observation, screening programs, and referral procedures and provides intervention as needed.
  
• Establishes and maintains standards of emergency care to minimize the effects of accidents and illness in the school.
  
• Supports school attendance for children who must use medication in the treatment of illness and chronic disabilities with nursing knowledge and skills.
  
• Maintains daily clinic records and prepares other required reports.
  
• Serves as a resource for the school's child study team.
  
• Provides care for medically-involved and medically-fragile students.
  
• Assists physician in health assessment of special education students, secures parental permission and provides follow-up.
  
• Interprets health status and/or medical findings to the student, his family, and school personnel as necessary.
  
• Presents and trains staff and maintains appropriate OSHA standards within school setting.
  
• Trains staff on additional health issues as needed.
  
• Member of school safety/crisis team.
  
• Attends work daily and is engaged and on task.
  
• Performs other related duties.
  
• Functions as a contributing member of the school staff and school health team in all aspects of the school program.
  
• Demonstrates appropriate use of written and verbal communication.
  
• Demonstrates knowledge of child growth and development.
  
• Serves as a child advocate.
  
• Identifies and reports suspected child abuse or neglect to the building principal.
  
• Encourages a well-nourished school population.
  
• Provides consultation and referral to students' primary medical care providers for evaluation with treatment and follow-up, if necessary, for suspected health problems.
  
• Reports compliance with state laws requiring immunization and exclusion of students with contagious diseases.
  
• Encourages each student to be a health-educated person and a knowledgeable health consumer.
  
• Improves school nursing and school health through research and continuing education.
  
• Attends school, community, and professional meetings as requested.
  
• Maintains professional license.
  
• Other duties as assigned
  

Minimum Qualifications:
Current license to practice as a registered professional nurse in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred. Must hold a valid Virginia driver's license. Experience with child and adolescent health care and health assessment. Current certification in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR). Ability to use clinic/medical equipment, basic pharmacology knowledge, ability to lift students as required, knowledge and use of standard precautions, good oral and written communication skills.

Additional Information:
RN Associate's Degree - minimum salary $38,856 (209 day contract; 7.25 hours per day)
RN Bachelor's Degree - minimum salary $40,721 (same as above regarding days and hours worked)
RN Master's Degree - minimum salary $42,676 (same as above regarding days and hours worked)

Performance of this position will be evaluated annually in accordance with policies established by the Board.

How To Apply:
To be considered for the listed vacancy, please mail, fax, or hand-deliver three (3) signed letters of reference,
college transcripts, and a copy of your professional license to:

Henrico County Public Schools
Department of Human Resources
P.O. Box 23120
3820 Nine Mile Rd
Henrico, VA 23223-0420
Fax: (804) 652-3763

Or go to this link:

https://henricoschools.us/wp-content/uploads/References.pdf

Henrico County Public Schools does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, or age in its programs and activities. EOE/Accommodations Upon Request. Employment contingent upon successful background check.

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Currency:
USD

Main Organization:
Public Schools Public Schools

Employment Status:
Permanent Fulltime Permanent Full-time

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