School Nurse

Fisher-Titus is seeking a School Registered Nurse to serve as the school nurse in assigned building(s) for seven hours per day. You will be responsible for reviewing documentation of health concerns, preparing Individualized Health Plans, and serving as a resource to school administration. This role involves performing high-level nursing duties for students with special health care needs, including diabetes, asthma, seizure disorders, and allergies. You will provide staff education regarding student illnesses and conditions, administer medications with school system backup staff, assist with mandated reporting of abuse and neglect, and support communicable disease management.

Responsibilities

• Assess and diagnose patient and family needs to provide quality care to assigned students
• Develop, discuss, and communicate realistic plans of care in collaboration with students and support persons
• Implement medical plans of care, nursing interventions, and procedures as necessary
• Evaluate identified problems, care provided, and patient responses to ensure quality care
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date documentation of nursing care provided
• Maintain current knowledge, certifications, and licensure; pursue professional growth and development
• Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, families, visitors, and employees
• Attend all required safety training programs and follow hospital exposure control plans for bloodborne and airborne pathogens
• Promote effective working relations and function as part of the department/unit team
• Function as a role model and provide support and development for current and new staff
• Direct other licensed and non-licensed personnel in the provision of care as assigned
• Perform all other duties and responsibilities as necessary

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing
• Demonstrated proficiency in acute care nursing, knowledge, and skills
• BLS certification
• Current state license in the state of Ohio

Preferred Qualifications

• ACLS certification

Schedule

• PRN (as needed)
• Seven hours per day
• Shift, weekend, and PRN differential pay available

Physical Requirements

• Stand/Walk: 8-12 hours
• Sit: 1-4 hours
• Bend, squat, climb, and reach: 1/3 or more of the time
• Lift and carry: 1/3 or more of the time
• Push and pull: 1/3 or more of the time
• Precise motor function required for both hands
• Gross motor function required for both feet
• Lift up to 50 pounds: 1/3 or more of the time
• Body fluid exposure: Yes

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental coverage
• 401(k) match
• Paid time off
• Tuition assistance
• Shift, weekend, and PRN differential pay