Registered Nurse in the state of Louisiana with at least two years of applicable work experience

DESIGN AND EVALUATION – Assumes responsibility for the design and evaluation of the school health program.

• Develops satisfactory performance objectives to improve support services.
• Initiates a continuing review and improvement of the school health program.
• Stimulates the school staff to evaluate and make suggestions for changes in the health program.
• Develops personal goals and performance objectives for effective leadership.

LEADERSHIP – Assumes leadership in directing the school health- related activities for all students.

• Assists health officers and school administrators in developing an adequate school health program.
• Assumes authority in the absence of a physician for emergency care of a student or a staff member.
• Provides nursing assessment data to a physician on health needs of individual students.
• Conducts or participates in in-service training programs and serves on health curriculum committees.

MANAGEMENT – Initiates practices which contribute to an adequate learning environment for students.

• Maintains up-to-date cumulative health records on students.
• Implements school policy regarding exclusion or readmission of students in connection with infectious or contagious diseases.
• Assist teachers with screening students for health complications.
• Assists other school personnel in maintaining sanitation standards in the school.

STUDENT SERVICES – Initiates practices designed to promote the success and well-being of students.

• Administers first aid in accordance with established first aid procedures.
• Observes students in order to detect health complications.
• Conducts nursing assessments and sight/hearing testing as directed by school authorities.
• Conducts school programs on immunization or related health matters.

• Engage in self-reflection and growth opportunities to support high levels of learning for all students.
• Collaborate and communicate effectively with families, colleagues, and the community to promote students’ academic achievement and to accomplish the district’s mission.
• Maintain professional personal appearance and demonstrate respect for colleagues.
• Attend work regularly; report to work on time; and provide advance notice of need for absence.
• Complete work efficiently and accurately (with few/no errors) within deadlines without supervision.
• Perform job responsibilities consistently, use time wisely, plan properly, take care of materials and equipment.
• Maintain confidentiality and demonstrate trustworthiness; exercise good judgment.
• Support, implement, assist with, and/or ensure application of district initiatives and other programs or directives of the Superintendent and Board.
• Keep direct supervisor informed of the progress being made in the area(s) of responsibility.
• Attend meetings and/or staff development that address area(s) of responsibility as directed by supervisor.
• Complete and submit all forms, reports, documentation, and training by required dates and in accordance with district policies and procedures.
• Communicate appropriately and work effectively with all populations.
• Remain open to suggestions and innovative ideas; receive and apply feedback.
• Demonstrate competence in areas of responsibility.
• Follow the specific requirements established by the School Board (LEA), State Department of Education (SDE), the State Board of Elementary and Secondary Education (SBESE), and/or Federal regulations and guidelines established by each.
• Perform any duty, not specifically assigned, as deemed necessary by the assigning authority in order to maintain continuity where needed.