Job Summary: School nurses provide health services in schools and other educational settings. Their goal is to treat student injuries or illnesses and advise students, their parents or guardians, and staff on health issues. School nurses also promote health-related habits (e.g. proper hand-washing) and ensure compliance with national and local health policies for schools. Responsibilities and Duties:
Providing healthcare to students with acute or chronic health problems
Conducting screenings and writing referrals for health services
Developing and monitoring health plans for students
Provide basic healthcare to students in case of injury or acute illness
Develop health plans for students with chronic illnesses and disabilities
Educate students and staff on healthy habits, such as proper nutrition and hygiene
Detect health problems in early stages through regular screenings
Keep track of students’ vaccination records
Update students’ medical history
Ensure school environment is safe for children and school staff (e.g. prevention of communicable diseases)
Write referrals for pediatricians and other health specialists
Ensure compliance with national and local health laws
Qualifications:
Good written and oral communication skills
Good computer related skills
Registered Nurse with current license in North Carolina; and