Guest(Substitute)Nurse

Job Title:  Guest (Substitute) School Nurse   Position Function: Assumes the duties of the regularly assigned School Nurse in their absence. A Guest (substitute) School Nurse is directly responsible to the administrator of the building in which they are working and for all expectations set forth by the Human Resources and Health Services Departments. The Guest Nurse should be prepared to follow the plans provided by the School Nurse and depend on his/her nursing skills to provide a healthy and safe environment for the students/staff.   Essential Performance Responsibilities: Must work at least 10 assignments per school year Serves as a health advocate for the pupil Promotes wellness through periodic medical and dental examination for all pupils; assists in detecting and properly referring pupils with health concerns Collaborates with other school personnel including administrators, support staff, and teachers, toward the promotion of child health and its optimal interaction with education Counsels with pupils, parents, and school personnel concerning health needs or health concerns of pupils Works closely with family regarding the pupil's health needs, facilitating communication about health between the school, parents, and the pupil's health care provided Assists in the prevention and control of communicable diseases, including the monitoring of immunization status Is knowledgeable of community health resources and assists parents to utilize these resources Assists in providing emergency care for pupils and school personnel in case of injury or sudden illness until a lawful custodian assumes responsibility Attends to the health needs of the students quickly and in a competent manner. Handles all medical emergencies in a calm, efficient and expeditious manner. Must be able to remain calm under stressful situations and handle all situations with tact and diplomacy.  Follows regulations set forth in the Kansas Nurse Practice Act and also in Board Policies in the provi