nurse - aston campus - Rutledge, PA , USA, United States - Delaware County Intermediate Unit

Description

The job of Nurse was established for the purpose/s of implementing the support services with the philosophy and policies approved by the DCIU and DCTS Board of Directors.

• Administer and maintain a record of all prescribed medications and update a file of students' program permits/emergency medical cards for the purpose of keeping accurate records available.
• Collaborate with the school counselor and other staff for the purpose of identifying students who may be at risk and to address social/emotional needs of students.
• Communicate with staff, students, and families (e.g. critical health issues; facilitate full-time student physical exams with their private physician; provide health and wellness counseling) for the purpose of keeping all stakeholders up-to-date with health information/issues.
• Conduct various activities, meetings and conferences (e.g. health and wellness meetings with parents; monthly safety meetings; monthly fire drills; laboratory assessments) for the purpose of meeting DCIU and DCTS requirements, policies and procedures.
• Maintain updated and accurate records (e.g. student list, daily log of students seen by nurse, student medical records - Classmate software, updated Medical Alert list, chemical safety data sheet) for the purpose of complying with policies, procedures and appropriate laws.
• Perform assessments (e.g. vital signs and observable behaviors; health concerns) for the purpose of determining the student's ability to function safely in their program and to determine if 911 should be contacted in serious situations.
• Provide expertise to the instructional and support staff on risk management, safety, and health and wellness matters for the purpose of keeping the faculty informed regarding health issues and updates.

• Certification Required: RN License or Nursing Certificate
• Experience Required: Job related experience required
• Experience Preferred: Training experience in job

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