Delivers at a high level of competency in school nurse program including home visits for the school district. Responsibilities require understanding of both theory and practice.
Provides school nurse support and direct technical assistance for all school-nursing related functions.2.Schedules and attends home visits with parent for medically fragile and students with complex health concerns in order to facilitate transition from home to school.3.Serves as a liaison to school administrators, parents, nurses and medical providers regarding health care plan developments, compliance, and ongoing monitoring for effective health service delivery in the school setting. Collaborates with supervisor and other District staff to develop short and long-range plans for assigned program or functional area.4.Researches and explores feasibility of implementing new methods, technologies or programs.5.Develops, schedules, implements, monitors and evaluates all programs, projects and operations in area of responsibility. 6.Researches, compiles data for, and prepares various statistical, administrative and/or financial reports as required.7.Performs other related duties as assigned or directed.
Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor's Degree in Nursing, Medical Sciences or other related field plus an additional 2 years related experience as a nurse or lead nurse in a school environment, or equivalent, for a total education/experience of 6 years. Tennessee Licensed Professional Registered Nurse required.
Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Health Care Provider
Industries
Education Administration Programs
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