RN - School Nurse - Bay St. Louis - Part Time

Ochsner Health is seeking a Part-Time School Nurse (RN) to provide nursing care within a school system in Bay St. Louis. In this role, you will administer nursing care using the Nursing Process, assess and implement teaching strategies for diverse student populations, and ensure the health, comfort, and safety of students. You will evaluate student care needs, utilize data to promote positive health outcomes, and maintain compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Responsibilities

• Administer nursing care within the school system framework
• Apply the Nursing Process in the delivery of student care
• Assess learning needs and implement appropriate teaching strategies for diverse student populations
• Utilize data and information to evaluate and promote change for optimal health outcomes
• Participate in the implementation and evaluation of student care plans
• Maintain knowledge of current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements
• Ensure compliance with the employer's Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct
• Report any known or suspected unethical conduct, patient/employee safety concerns, or privacy violations
• Perform other related duties as required

Required Qualifications

• Current RN license in the state of practice
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association
• Registered Nurse Diploma
• Computer skills and proficiency with Windows-style applications and software packages relevant to the role
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Excellent organizational and time management skills
• Ability to exert 10 to 20 pounds of force frequently and up to 100 pounds occasionally

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Nursing

Work Experience

• No prior nursing experience is required

Physical and Environmental Demands

This position involves physical demands in excess of sedentary work, including frequently exerting 10 to 20 pounds of force to move objects and occasionally exerting up to 100 pounds of force. The role is within a healthcare setting with potential occupational exposure to hazardous medications and hazardous waste through receipt, transport, storage, preparation, dispensing, administration, cleaning, and disposal of contaminated waste. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the role.