Lead Nurse

Lead Registered Nurse (RN) Exempt Status: Non-exemptReports to: Assistant SuperintendentDept./School: Campus as assignedPrimary Purpose:Implement a comprehensive program of health services for the District; supervise district campus nurses and provide direct health services to students / staff; promote health education and preventive health practices for students staff and :Education/Certification:Graduate of an accredited professional nursing programHold valid registered nurse license to practice professional nursing in Texas from the State Board of Nurse ExaminersExperience as a school nurse strongly preferredExperience with supervision of LVNsCertified by the Texas Department of State Health Services to conduct and record student assessments such as vision hearing and spinal screeningsCertification by the Texas Department of State Health Services to vision screen with a Spot Vision CameraCPR-AED Instructor CertificationSpecial Knowledge/Skills:Knowledge of health appraisal to identify student health concernsAbility to implement policies and proceduresStrong organizational communication and leadership skillsEducation clinical experience and critical thinking skills essential to nursing in the school settingAbility to assess student health care needs develop a plan of care teach staff members their part in the plan of care implement the plan of care oversee and evaluate outcomes Bloodborne Pathogen / Epi pen TrainerNurse office substitute TrainerFirst Aid Trainer for various district staff including: classroom food services and transportationNon-Licensed Diabetic Care Assistant TrainerExperience:Minimum of two years of nursing experience in the field of school health or school nursing preferredSupervisor experienceA broad base of experience in school health nursing at both elementary and secondary levelsSuch alternatives to the above as the Supervisor may find appropriateMajor Responsibilities and Duties:Leadership:1. Provides leadership and advisory in the practice of health services in an educational setting2. Works to create and maintain healthy work environments3. Displays the ability to define a clear vision goals and implement District policies and procedures effectively and consistently across the District4. Serves in key roles in the school and community participating in committees and administrative teamsNursing Services:1. Formulate district guidelines for campus nurses to insure effective and prudent practices are maintained2. Consult with campus nurses as needed on matters of nursing policy procedures and protocols 3. Be available in person or by telecommunication to any campus in the event of an emergency requiring medical assistance and provide compressive written plan of action during Lead Nurses absence.4. Make regular and timely visits to all campuses to assist teach and guide health services to employees in routine care of students and staff 5. Schedule and coordinate yearly state required health screenings such as vision hearing and spinal screenings.6. Serve as the liaison for district regarding student and community health concerns including vaccinations and health screenings7. Keep abreast of current information and mandates from the Texas Department of State Health Service the CDC and Gregg CountyInstruction1. Coordinate the development of campus health education curriculum and provide health education to individuals and groups.2. Facilitate trainings in the use of new medical equipment AED usage CPR to staff.3. Epi pen - Narcan trainer for the district4. Train staff to appropriately respond to allergy - Anaphylaxis situations5. Keep abreast and train appropriate staff regarding current medical and nursing issues protocols and procedure6. Prepare coordinate and assist in presenting staff development for campus nurses RN and LVN7. Coordinate all aspects of the district bloodborne pathogen exposure control plan including employee education annual assessments and reports vaccine programs annual budget inventory and supply requisition and disbursement and exposure incident intervention8. Train and assist campus and substitutes nurses in the use of the electronic management systemConsultation1. Assist nursing and other pertinent staff on the creation and maintenance of nursing care plans for the medically fragile students of the district2. Participate and contribute to critical in-district meetings such as Admission Review and Dismissal Committee (ARD) District crisis team and district committees3. Collaborate and coordinate with external health care professionals and organizations regarding implementation of health-related services for staff and students4. Confer regularly with the districts consulting medical doctor regarding nursing procedures protocols and standing orders5. Provide consistent and comprehensive communication with the Assistant6. Consult frequently with campus principals regarding health care practices and events involving the campus nurse or operations of the school clinic7. Member of District Sick Leave BankAdministration1. Review and evaluate student immunization records2. Coordinate substitutes with the Office of Human Resources3. Compile and accurately maintain all required health records whether physical or electronic including nurse office records4. Ensure the accurate systematic maintenance of student records5. Assist in the recruitment and interviewing of new nursing staff members and provide training and orientation for all new campus nurses substitute nurses and staff members assisting in the nurse office6. Supervise compile and submit all reports required by the Texas Department of State Health Services including but not limited to student immunization report vision screening report hearing screening report and spinal screening report.7. Prepare and work within an annual department budget accounting for repairs new equipment trainings and system updates8. Conduct monthly checks of district AED and appropriately supply9. Conduct district inventory of all district campus nurse offices supplies; order supplies for the coming year and ensure the timely distribution of supplies to each campus10. Maintain inventory of all nurse office equipment; allow budget money for repairs and schedule all required upkeep and certifications on equipment11. Comply with all policies established by federal and state laws Texas Department of State Health Service CDC State Board of Education rules Texas Board of Nursing and the school district12. Maintain confidentiality follow all HIPAA and FERPA guidelines13. Catalog maintain and repair all district vision machines and audiometers including yearly calibrations14. Contributes to the development of District and Campus Improvement plans to address health and wellnessCoordination of Care15. Provide leadership in coordination of multi - disciplinary health care resources 16. Assist with the contact and location of parent / guardian is medical crisis situations17. Assist Athletic department with student drug testing and yearly athletic physicals on multiple campuses18. Prepare student medications and teacher training for off campus trips including the possible transportation of medication and/or supplies to the district site Professional Development1. Maintain current State of Texas Nursing License2. Maintain current CPR / AED trainer certification3. Maintain all necessary state certifications including vision hearing and spinal4. Model professional ethical and responsible behaviors5. Keep abreast of the use of technology and programs used to serve and maintain District health servicesSafety1. Member of District Safety Committee2. Ensure the sanitary operations of all campus clinics3. Coordinate facilitate and lead the growth and development of the district SHAC Committee (School Health Advisory Council)4. Create and adhere to all district safety policies and procedures Supervisory Responsibilities:Supervise all Pine Tree ISD Campus nurses and nurse substitutesEquipment Used:Thermometer blood pressure cuff audiometer otoscope sphygmomanometer vision screening equipment thermoscan stadiometer scales nebulizer glucometer AED basic clinic equipment computer scanner copier faxWorking Conditions:Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors:Mental Demands: Reading ability to communicate effectively (verbal and written); maintain emotional control under stress; ability to triage in emergency situations; interpret policies and procedures; coordinate district health services Demands: Moderate standing stooping bending and lifting; ability to exhibit rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously. May be required to lift and transfer students / staff to and from wheelchair or assist with positioning students with disabilities; frequent district wide travel occasional state wide travel biological exposure to bacteria viruses and communicable foregoing statements describe the general purpose and responsibilities assigned to this job and are not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties that may be assigned or skills that may be required.