School Nurse

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

ENTITY: Nativity of Our Lord Catholic Parish in Broomfield is a Colorado nonprofit corporation that provides ministry services to the Broomfield community. Nativity: Faith and Reason is a ministry of the parish.

Supervisory: No

Eligible for Overtime: Yes

Pay Type: Hourly, non-exempt

Time Commitment: As directed by the employee’s contract. A contract is offered for one academic year

THE POSITION: The School Nurse fulfills the mission of the Catholic school by providing general organizational support within the framework of the school’s philosophy, organization, and policies. The School Nurse is responsible for implementing the assigned school health program in a way that is best suited to the school. The School Nurse has decision making responsibilities within essential job functions, in keeping with school policies. The position is hired and evaluated by the principal.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Supports and upholds the philosophy of Catholic education and the mission of the school
• Acts as a witness to Gospel values by modeling the teachings of the Catholic Church
• Supports and adheres to the Code of Conduct and policies and procedures of the school and Archdiocese
• Abides by the Confidentiality Policy set forth in the Diocese Employee Handbook
• Supports the principal in the preparation of documents, reports, and correspondence
• Maintains current and accurate records according to school policy
• Serves as a health advocate for the child and assesses student health needs
• Assumes responsibility for management and planning for acute, chronic, and emergency health problems, including appropriate referral and follow-through
• Provides relevant counseling and guidance to assist children and parents in assuming responsibility for health maintenance of the student in keeping with the teachings of the Catholic church
• Assists in communicable disease control through implementation of programs for student immunizations, management of suspected and diagnosed infectious diseases
• Initiate referral and follow-up on relevant health needs of the students, and make appropriate interpretation and distribution of health information
• Coordinates health screenings as required by Colorado State Law and see that follow-up care for the students is provided by their parents
• Anticipates supply and equipment needs appropriate to maintaining a continuous functional health program
• Allocates appropriate job functions and assumes responsibility for supervision of school staff or substitute nurses
• Demonstrates professionalism in conduct, demeanor, and work habits
• Maintains a work schedule that maximizes availability to the school, students and staff
• Additional duties assigned by the principal

Requirements:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

High School diploma or equivalent

Registered Nurse, RN, licensed to practice in the state of Colorado

IMPORTANT JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Serves as a professional representative of the principal and school
• Communicates effectively with those in the school community
• Collaborate with peers to enhance the work environment and support the school

COMPETENCIES AND QUALIFICATIONS:

• Have a positive and supportive attitude toward the Catholic Church, her teachings and her work; refrain from public promotion or approval of any conduct or lifestyle that would reflect discredit or disgrace on, or cause scandal in relationship to, the Archdiocese of Denver, or considered to be in contradiction with Catholic Doctrine or morals
• Able to communicate effectively both orally and verbally
• Able to work well with others in the school community
• Skill in handling multiple tasks simultaneously
• Skill in organizing and relating information in an understandable format
• Skill in job appropriate technology
• Skill in critical thinking and planning
• Good people skills are essential as the person who works in this position works around children and with others as a team
• Capable of receiving and following instructions
• A self-starter, capable of independent work
• Must meet all requirements to pass a background check
• Warm nurturing attitude
• Friendly, inviting, self-motivated, even-tempered and adaptable
• Solid computer skills and ability to manage and report data accurately and efficiently
• Must complete all classes/seminars as directed by Nativity: Faith and Reason Catholic School and the Archdiocese of Denver

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Required to work some nights and weekends
• Required to manage moderate to high work pace for extended periods of time
• Required to work in normal office conditions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Required to sit, stand, bend, stoop, reach, grab, pull, hear, see, and speak daily
• Required to perform repetitive physical tasks such as computer keyboarding, and writing
• Required to monitor students
• Required to monitor students in a variety of locations with noise, activity, and inclement weather
• Required to maintain composure and avoid inappropriate displays of anger