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Arkansas Department of Education

School Nurse Substitute

Arkansas Department of Education, Greenbrier, Arkansas, United States, 72058

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Position Type: School Nurse Substitute Location: Greenbrier School District

Qualifications

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Background, child maltreatment, and fingerprint clearance (applicant responsible for costs)

Must have a current nursing license in the state of Arkansas

Current CPR and AED certificates

Experience in a health‑related position specifically working with school‑age children preferred

Job Description This position is responsible for carrying out duties of the School Nurse through implementing the district school health program and providing direct services to meet the needs of the students and staff under the direct clinical supervision of the school district's lead nurse (RN). The school nurse substitute is to work cooperatively in maintaining the school nurse program at the school level in an efficient and effective manner to meet the needs and program acceptability of students and staff in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations.

Essential Functions

Commits to working in a student‑centered environment, evidencing enjoyment of working around children

Reports to work as scheduled on a regular and reliable basis

Understands and implements state‑required mandated reporting procedures

Takes all necessary and reasonable precautions to protect students, equipment, materials, and facilities daily

Works as a team member within the school nurse program

Maintains accurate, complete, and correct records as required by law, district policy, and administrative regulations

Responds to emergency situations for the purpose of resolving immediate safety concerns and/or directing appropriate personnel for resolution

Possesses ability to understand and respond to the verbal expressions of others, often in a noisy environment with multiple speakers and background noise

Observes safety rules and reports any accidents according to District policy

Must have the ability to work for the duration of the daily contracted time period, and be physically present and at assigned work, with only infrequent unexcused absences during the contract year

Practices desirable health and work habits, maintains acceptable standards of work, conduct, and dress code

Maintains an attitude of helpfulness toward fellow employees, students, and staff

Performs any other duties/tasks consistent with the goals and objectives of the position as assigned

Nursing Services

Provide direct care using school health protocols and individualized health plans (IHPs) established by the RN supervisor or medical advisor

Administer medication to students according to board policy and district procedures

Carry out mandatory screening programs, collect data, and complete required reports as directed

Collaborate with campus principal, school counselor, teachers, parents, food service, and other staff regarding the health needs of the general population and those students with identified health conditions as directed by the supervising RN

Communicate with parents regarding individual students as directed by the school nurse (RN)

Participate in the Admission, Review, and Dismissal Committee (ARD) meeting of students with identifiable health needs if the RN is unavailable and collaborate with appropriate staff and RN regarding implementation of health‑related Individual Education Plan (IEP) items

Distribute information to faculty or staff on health-related topics as needed and as directed by the RN

Provide guidance to unlicensed assistive personnel or other school staff on health-related tasks as directed by the RN

Clerical

Maintain accurate and confidential student health records, including immunization records, medication administration records, and individual student treatment records

Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents required, including accurate, confidential health records on all students

Compliance

Comply with policies established by federal and state laws, Arkansas Department of Health rule, State Board of Education rule, and board policy in the health services area

Comply with all district and campus routines and regulations

Maintain confidentiality

Physical and Mental Demands Tools / Equipment: Standard medical clinic equipment including automated external defibrillator (AED); special needs adaptive equipment; standard office equipment including computer and peripherals.

Posture: Frequent standing, sitting, kneeling/squatting, bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting.

Motion: Frequent walking, grasping/squeezing, wrist flexion/extension.

Lifting: Frequent light lifting and carrying (under 15 pounds); may require regular heavy lifting (45 pounds or more) and positioning of students with physical disabilities; controlling behavior through physical restraint, assisting non‑ambulatory students.

Environment: Exposure to biological hazards, bacteria, and communicable diseases.

Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress.

Rate of pay: $90 per day.

Job Contact Information Name: Kelli Martin Title: Deputy Superintendent Phone: 501.679.4808 Email: martink@greenbrierschools.org

Name: Teri Reynolds Title: District Head Nurse Phone: 501-679-8412 Email: reynoldst@greenrierschools.org

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