After School Program Nurse (Part-Time)

Job Title: School Nurse for After School Program (2 positions: one position at Primary and Intermediate School, K-5 grades, and one position at 6-8 grade Middle School)

Reports to: H&H Coordinator, Lead Nurse, and Director of HR and Student Services

Assignment: Homework and Health (H&H) after school program nurse

Wage/Hour Status: non-exempt hourly rate of $27 / hour

Pay Grade: $27.00 per hour

Date Revised: 2023.5.14

Terms of Employment:

This FLSA non-exempt position (hourly) is on a work calendar that mimics the school year. This position is part-time, two hours per day from 4-6 p.m. when students are in attendance.

Primary Purpose:

Implement a comprehensive program of health services for the homework and health after school program. Provide health services to students. Promote health education and preventive health practices for students.

Education/Certification:

• Valid licensed vocational nurse or registered nurse license to practice professional nursing in Texas from the State Board of Nurse Examiners
• Graduate of an accredited professional nursing education program
• CPR and AED Certification

Experience:

• Two years nursing experience, preferably in community or school health

Special Knowledge/Skills:

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Ability to implement policies and procedures
• Knowledge of health appraisal to identify student health defects

Major Responsibilities and Duties:

(The following statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned and should not be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions that may be assigned or skills that may be required.)

Nursing Services

• Provide direct care utilizing professional assessment skills, the nursing process, and established school health protocols.
• Serve as a health advocate for students.
• Establish and implement effective procedures for mandatory screening programs. Make referrals as necessary.
• Develop and coordinate continuing evaluation of campus health programs and make changes based on findings.
• Coordinate management system to administer medications to students at school. Administer medications according to district policy and procedures.
• Notify parents of accident or illness and secure medical care for students in emergency cases (if parents or emergency contact cannot be reached).

Instruction

• Provide health counseling and instruction to individual students, teachers, and staff.
• Provide health education to individuals and groups.
• Educate faculty and staff as needed on health related topics.

Consultation

• Collaborate with other professionals regarding implementation of health-related Individual Education Plan (IEP) items.
• Serve as a health liaison between school, physicians, parents, and community.
• Participate in assessment and reporting of suspected child abuse.
• Assess student problems and make appropriate referrals working with students, teachers, parents, and medical and health care professionals as needed.

Administration

• Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Texas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in the health services area.
• Report potential health and safety hazards to the H&H Coordinator.
• Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations.
• Requisition supplies and equipment needed to maintain clinic inventory.
• Compile, maintain, and file all physical and computerized reports, records, and other documents required, including clinic records and accurate, updated health records on all students.
• Other duties as assigned.

Professional Development

• Model behavior that is professional, ethical, and responsible.
• Maintain all necessary professional certifications and requirements to fulfill the duties of the after school program nurse

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Working Conditions:

• Maintain emotional control under stress. Exposure to bacteria and communicable diseases.
• Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:

Equipment:

Thermometer, blood pressure cuff, audiometer, otoscope, sphygmomanometer, vision screening equipment, thermoscan, basic clinic equipment, personal computer, and copier.

Environment:

May work prolonged or irregular hours; frequent district-wide travel.

Working Conditions:

Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals

Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting

Motion: Repetitive hand motions including frequent keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching

Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds)

Arlington Classics Academy does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, or any other basis prohibited by law.

The statements above are intended to describe major job functions of this position and are not intended to represent an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required. Supervisors may assign additional duties when deemed appropriate. Special Funding: If my position is funded by grants, federal funding, or other special funding, I understand that my employment is expressly conditioned on the availability of full funding for the position. If full funding becomes unavailable my employment is subject to termination or non-renewal, as applicable.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed in the job description are representative of the knowledge, skills, ability, and physical demands required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions.

I have read and understand the responsibilities and duties required for this position as outlined above. I understand the duties and can perform all essential job functions listed above.