Registered Nurse

Role Overview

• This nursing position is responsible for specialized school health services at assigned schools and requires independent problem-solving using nursing judgement and skills within parameters established by law and policy.
• The position acts as a liaison between Leon County Health Department (LCHD), the school, the student, the parent/guardian, and the medical community.
• Provide in-person and remote case management for students' medical management plans, ensuring physicians' orders are followed as directed by health aides and school staff.
• Review various logs (medication, daily, and individual) for accuracy and timeliness.
• Review all care provided by health aides, to ensure that established plans are followed, and to assess medical data to make any recommendations for changes to the student’s medical provider.
• Provide individual, child-specific training and field trip training to district staff, including Level II diabetic care and medication administration.
• Teach health classes in growth & development, hygiene, dental care, sun safety, nutrition, and other health topics as requested.
• Conduct annual health screenings each school year at elementary, middle, and charter schools.

Requirements

• Registered Professional Nursing License: Florida Statute 464
• Knowledge of nursing principles, practices, and techniques
• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology
• Ability to participate in the planning and implementing of treatment for patients
• Ability to work with patients having a variety of physical or emotional problems
• Ability to observe patients’ reactions to medications
• Ability to plan, organize, and coordinate work assignments
• Ability to communicate effectively
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others.

Benefits

• State of Florida 401(a) FICA Alternative Plan (mandatory)
• Participation in state group insurance (upon meeting eligibility requirements. Consult with People First and/or the serving HR office)
• Workers’ Compensation (mandatory, if needed)
• Reemployment Assistance (Unemployment Compensation) (mandatory, if needed)
• Deferred Compensation (voluntary)
• Employee Assistance Program (voluntary)
• And more!