SY: Resource Nurse (.6FTE)
Company: Santa Fe Public Schools
Location: Santa Fe
Posted on: May 13, 2022
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Job Description:
Position Type:
Ancillary/School Nurse
Date Posted:
6/15/2021
Location:
BF Young
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Title:
Resource Nurse
Work Unit:
Office of Student Wellness Reports To:
Lead Nurse Contract Length:
9 Months
Pay Schedule:
Teachers/Ancillary Staff Overtime Status:
Exempt Hours:
21 hours per week (.6 FTE) 182 days per year Union Status:
NEA Licensure:
PED Professional School Nurse License
Note: All positions with Santa Fe Public Schools require a
post-offer/pre-employment background check. Some positions have
additional requirements as established by federal or state rules
and regulations.
General Function:
The Resource Nurse is responsible for ensuring uniformity of the
nursing practice and nurse-delivered education across the district
and increasing opportunities for health-related education and
training among students and staff within the Santa Fe Public
Schools. The Resource Nurse serves as a mentor to new district
school nurses, including student nurses and other health
professionals. The Resource Nurse provides direct support to the
District's Lead Nurse.
Education/Training/Experience:
Minimum: PED Registered Nurse License. Bachelor's Degree in
Nursing. 3+ years of employment as a school nurse. Professional
experience training or educating peers and students.
Preferred: Master's Degree in Nursing (RN). Hold an active
Nationally Certified School Nursing credential. Certified CPR/BLS
instructor with the American Heart Association (AHA) or other
accredited organization.
Knowledge/Skills and Abilities:
Knowledge of nursing process and theory, standard nursing practices
and procedures, immunization requirements, communicable disease
prevention and control, HIPAA/ FERPA regulations, screening methods
related to vision, hearing, dental health, and cardiopulmonary
resuscitation (CPR). Knowledge of Santa Fe Public Schools District
policies and procedures as they apply to health services, Special
Education, 504 process and classroom-teaching methods. Knowledge of
state and federal guidelines that affect students' access to
healthcare. Use of audiometer, otoscope, electronic
sphygmomanometer, electronic thermometer, computerized record
keeping, vision screening equipment. Ability to communicate
effectively both verbally and in writing with students, families,
staff, community agencies, and health care providers. Flexibility,
organization, advanced decision-making and problem-solving skills.
Interpersonal skills with diverse populations. Ability to meet
deadlines and submit reports in a timely manner. Computer skills
for accessing and entering Student Health Information and the
School Health Manual. Computer skills for facilitating and managing
work responsibilities in a virtual setting. Small and large group
facilitation skills.
Essential Job Functions:
Performs all functions in accordance with established policies,
procedures, safety and environmental regulations, facility and
computer security policies and procedures. Functions are subject to
change from time to time to meet the needs of the organization.
Current essential functions include all Level II Professional Nurse
competencies and the following:
Salary Range:
$30,000 to $35,000+ (.6 FTE for a 21 hour week based on a 182 day
work calendar)
Resources Used in Performing Job Include (but are not limited
to):
New Mexico School Health Manual (Dept. of Health), Quality Nursing
Interventions in the School Setting: Procedures, Models and
Guidelines (NASN, Hootman), computer, audiometer, sphygmomanometer,
otoscope, electronic thermometer, wheelchairs, and other medical
equipment required by an individual student's healthcare plan. Must
possess and maintain a valid driver's license and private
transportation.
Physical/Cognitive Requirements:
Ability to communicate effectively using speech, vision, and
hearing. The work requires the use of hands for simple grasping and
fine manipulations, at times bending, squatting, and reaching. The
ability to lift, carry, push up to 40 pounds. Physical strength and
ability to assist injured students and staff members by positioning
or moving them according to established procedures in emergencies.
Ability to sit and stand for long periods. Regularly exposed to
disease and injury.
Environmental Conditions:
Most work is performed in an indoor setting at a school site.
Occasional travel to other campus locations to assist in
emergencies.
Personal Accountability:
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