Maxim Healthcare is currently seeking Registered Nurses (RN) / Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) for clinical school nursing positions! We are looking for Registered Nurses (RN) / Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) who are committed and passionate about having a major positive impact on a child s life.
Follows policies, procedures and work standards for school health program.
Compliant with school health program with federal, state and local laws, regulations and policies.
Initiates program changes as needed.
Prepares health reports for supervisor, board of education and health department.
Collaborates with other child-support agencies in designing and providing a school health program.
Negotiates professional and medical services essential to the school health program.
Provides first aid care and medically prescribed services.
Maintains security of school health supplies.
Instructs students in health education according to the state curriculum (K-12).
Serves as a resource person on health issues.
Provides staff development on health-related topics for school staff and volunteers.
Provides follow-up evaluations on students as required.
Recommends corrective action where problems are identified.
Corresponds with parents on health needs of children.
Records immunizations, health findings, and other relevant health data.
Considerable knowledge of medical disorders, treatments, and child growth and development.
Working knowledge of public health problems and procedures for treatment in coordination with other health and social service agencies.
Working knowledge of Federal, State, and Local laws and regulations affecting the delivery of school health services.
Some knowledge of the school organization and the community served.
Ability to coordinate and facilitate services between the school, local health agency, and other community resources.
Ability to develop and maintain health records on students and positive working relationships.
Current Registered Nurses (RN) / Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) license for the state in which the nurse practices.
One year prior Registered Nurses (RN) / Licensed Practical Nurses (LPN) experience preferred.