Job Description
Observes students on a regular basis to detect health needs. Instructs teachers on screening students for health defects Administers medication and treatment prescribed by physicians Conducts parent conferences and maintains liaison between physicians, parents and staff. Makes recommendations to primary care physician on health needs of individual students. Maintains up-to-date cumulative health records on all students requiring nursing intervention.Reports to parents, school personnel, physicians, clinics and other agencies on student health matters. Assumes authority, in the absence of a physician, for the care of a student who has suffered an injury or emergency illness. Administers first aid in accordance with established first aid procedures. Implements board policy on exclusion and re admission of students in connection with infectious and contagious diseases Conducts training for students related to handicap, health and hygiene.
Responsibilities + Skills
Education
Assists school personnel in maintaining sanitary standards in schools. Prepares statistical reports as required by Dept. of Education, Department of Human Services and Superintendent. Helps in the formation of school health policies, goals and objectives Prepares a budget for school health needs.
Experience
