School Health Nurse (Located In Yavapai County) - Schools (0323)

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Under general supervision performs professional nursing provides nursing, immunization, and student health services to rural schools within the County; performs related work as assigned.
Please Note:
This position is a limited appointment position and funded through the ADE Nursing Grant and is funded through September 30, 2024.
This position is open until filled with review of applications starting on March 10, 2023.
The salary range for this position is $61,568 - $89,565.
These positions are located in Yavapai County. The ideal candidate will be able to serve schools in Yavapai county on a daily basis.

(Illustrative only)

• Provides education to student and staff regarding health and safety topics
• Coordinates medical care utilizing community resources
• Performs physical and mental health assessments and state mandated screenings
• Educates and counsels school administrators for student health procedures
• Administers first aid, medication, and specialized medical treatment for the purpose of providing appropriate care for ill, medically fragile and/or injured children
• Reviews and evaluates current school health needs
• Assesses situations involving student’s safety, abuse (physical, sexual, drug) and other health related issues for the purpose of identifying problems, referring for proper treatment and complying with legal requirements
• Responsible for health records management
• Administers vaccines to students following Center for Disease Control (CDC) Guidelines
• Analyzes immunization records for state mandated compliance
• Participates in Individual Education Plan (IEP) meetings for students with special health care needs
• Performs other duties as assigned
• Consults and counsels’ families, school staff and medical providers regarding specific health needs of students
• Manages vaccine storage in compliance with Federal Vaccine for Children Program
• Compiles statistics for Arizona Department of Health Services (ADHS) reports

Bachelor of Science degree in Nursing and three years of clinical nursing experience; OR any combination of education, training and experience which demonstrates the ability to perform the duties of the position.

These positions are located in Yavapai County. The ideal candidate will be able to serve schools in Yavapai county on a daily basis.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

Must possess a current Arizona RN license, a current CPR certification. Must obtain an Arizona driver’s license by date of hire and maintain it throughout employment.

This position is safety sensitive.

This position is non-exempt from overtime.

Considerable knowledge of:

• Community resources for appropriate referrals
• Administration and implementation of specialty health programs
• Community health nursing principles and practices
• Techniques and methods of nursing
• Communicable disease and chronic disease prevention

• Use of medical instruments and laboratory equipment
• Conducting needs assessment
• Providing health education and counseling
• Physical health assessment and developmental screening
• Clinical service practices

• Effectively monitor and coordinate a specialized program
• Respond appropriately to emergency situations
• Follow written and verbal instructions
• Exercise initiative and judgment in selecting appropriate nursing intervention
• Apply public health nursing principles
• Identify clients in need of services without referrals
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other agencies, and the public
• Work safely and support the culture of workplace safety
• Prepare complete and accurate records and reports
• Communicate effectively verbally and in writing

Employee Benefits

Coconino County offers a comprehensive employee benefits
package to regular employees working 30 or more hours per week that includes:

(Regular Part Time employees receive some benefits on a pro-rated basis. Temporary and Seasonal employees do not receive benefits. Elected officials are not eligible for vacation and sick leave.)

• Pre-Tax Deduction Plan
• Health Care Insurance
• Long-Term Disability
• Wellness Program
• Vacation/Annual Leave
• Sick Leave Conversion Plan
• 10 Holidays Per Year
• Personal Day Purchase Program
• Group Life Insurance
• Arizona State Retirement System
• Dental Plan
• Vacation Sell Back Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Vision Plan
• Free bus transportation/ EcoPass bus pass
• Employee Assistance Program
• On-going Training Opportunities
• Sick Leave

Elective Coverage

• Health Savings Account
• Short Term Disability
• Dependent Medical, Dental, and Vision
• Tax-deferred investment program
• Accidental and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Supplemental Life (for employees & dependents)