Long-Term Substitute For School Nurse

Saint Joseph School (SJS) educates in the spirit of the Gospel, inspiring Catholic values, academic excellence, global awareness and service to those in need. We are an equal-opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity. The ideal school nurse candidate would be one who embraces the SJS mission and who is looking for a place in which to be respected and supported.
SJS is seeking a long-term substitute school nurse to provide clinical assistance to the school community during school hours for the safety and well-being of the students. The person hired for the position would be needed through late May.
Essential Responsibilities
Provide emergency care and first aid to students
Maintain detailed student health records regarding clinic visits, medical difficulties of students, screening results, physical examinations and immunization records
Ensure that state and local health requirements are met by students and teachers. Is knowledgeable about the contents of the West Virginia School Health Guidelines.
Makes health appraisals through observation, interview, analysis of health records, and consults with administrators, faculty and parents
Acts as a resource to faculty regarding health education
Keeps inventory and orders supplies (within the budget allotted) when needed
Follows the Universal Precautions and Bloodborne Pathogen requirements
Respects confidentiality when dealing with students
Accepts other miscellaneous duties related to health/clinic care as defined by the principal
Requirements
Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) -or-
Qualifies to obtain one of the above certifications combined with at least a year of clinical experience in the field
Knowledge of nursing and health care practices as applied to children and youth
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing, and to work cooperatively with others
Benefits
401(k)
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid time off
Retirement plan
Vision insurance